Barney Levenspiel

In loving memory

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Liz Gorham: gorham16@mchsi.com; Brookings, SD USA; Tuesday July 15, 2003 16:27:04 GMT; Barney was the perfect ambassador and gentleman for two cultures...he was at ease in both.
He skillfully guided many through airports, languages, customs, bathroom procedures and ettiquette, rules and regulations -- all for our comfort.
He overcame his health obstacles to make many significant contributions to the success of international exchanges.
He leaves a rich legacy for us to follow!
Once more --Thank you, Barney.

Donna Lynne Strong Brott: herbmomma@yahoo.com; Cincinnati, OH USA; Tuesday July 15, 2003 09:30:15 GMT; Though I never personally met Barney, the lives of my children, as those of many many more, have been changed, enhanced forever, because of the great work he has done and the way he has perfomed it. It has been apparent from the beginning of our involvement with the Labo Japanese Exchange Program that a great power for good has been at work here. May it continue to color the fabric of the program.

Our condolences to Barney»s family and close friends. The hearts of many of us weep with you today.

the Brott Family

Mikiko Takeuchi: takeuchi_mikiko@labo-global.co.jp; Tokyo Japan; Tuesday July 15, 2003 08:07:28 GMT; I met Barney-san in 1984 at the Labo International Foundation in Tokyo, Japan. He talked to us very gently and taught us many things about English and US culture. When I first visited US, he was a chaperone staff. He talked to us about Oregon state where I had visited and he was from, I remember that he was proud of his home town. After I became a Labo staff member, I'd wanted to be a chaperone like Barney-san. For 22 years, he worked hard for the Labo Exchange Program and he helped more than 30.000, Japanese and North America youth, and helped their eyes to a new world. Barney-san gave us many friends and many experiences.
I'll never forget Barney-san. I miss you and say, "ARIGATOU (Thank you)" forever.

kevin loomis: loomiebin@hotmail.com; seattle usa; Monday July 14, 2003 22:44:40 GMT; although i didnt get to spend huge amounts of time with barney, the time i did spend was always enjoyable. he possessed qualities that you will find in the rest of his family; a generous spirit, a kind heart, and a gracious human being. he will be missed.

Wendy (Withrow) Wallace: wallace7@earthlink.net; Dallas USA; Monday July 14, 2003 19:03:32 GMT; I met Barney in 1982 as a 4-H exchangee to Japan. He was taking care of the 4-Hers in Tokyo until we met our host families. He had a kind a gentle spirit. His inspirational advice at the beginning of our adventure made all the difference.

Later, as a member of the 1st Intern Program, he was an ever-present source of guidance and encouragement during the year we spent in Japan. I will always have great memories of him.

After fighting illness for such a long time, I pray that he will rest in peace and his spirit will soar. I send my deepest sympathy and prayers to his family.