wanting to send out my blessing to the emperado family. earlier today the founder (sijo adriano d. emperado) of the very first american martials art (kajukenbo) past away today.

he was a very close friend of mind since i was nine years old. he use to come to my parents house when i was little and visit, eat and bless us with his presence.

a great man, and mariial artist. rest in peace sijo. god bless.

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dan stell (bam)

My regards and prayers are with you and the family my friend.
Very Respectfully, Nelson Lebron

My regards and prayers go out as well to the family..I have met him many times through the years.Rest In Peace....