I was very fortunate to take several classes with Louis. What he communicated to his students can't really be put into words. Louis was not only a Warrior, but he epitomized that spirit. He could get inside his students and know their strong point, and flaws, better than they could ever hope to achieve themselves. He was an eminently practical man, a nuts and bolts guy, but also a student of history and master of strategy. For him the purpose of the weapon was not recreational but an instrument for the warrior to fight...and win. He was much more than an instructor. He was a Master of the Craft, a genuine Teacher of life...and death. He remains with us in his the writings he left with us. Now Valhalla rejoices as its great hall welcomes one more to its ranks where in spirit he'll live forever. A friend, a Teacher, but above all, a true Warrior, Louis Awerbuck.