We're saddened over the loss of a great martial arts teacher.

We are sorry and saddened to share with you that grandmaster Thomas J. Wilson, 8th dan taekwondo black belt and 5th dan hapkido black belt, owner of the Black Belt Academy passed away on March 7, Saturday morning.

Master Wilson was a life fighter, and had been battling leukemia since autumn of 2007. He is in a better place now and will be truly missed by all.

Please join with us to include Master Wilson and his beloved wife and children in our prayers.

Vincent

For more information about Master Wilson's journey, please check:
http://www.black-belt-academy.com/School_MasterWilson.asp
http://www.caringbridge.org/visit/masterwilson

And the information about the services to be held:
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Dear Friends & Family,

Thomas J. Wilson will have a Christian burial service at St. Elizabeth's Roman Catholic Church (Route 100 in Upper Uwchlan) on Thursday, March 19 at 10:00am. A celebration of his life will resume following the church service at Ludwigs Corner's Griffith Hall (fire hall). Participants will have the chance to publicly share something about Master Wilson at that time if they so choose. If you wish to lend a hand, please bring a dessert to share.

For Families of the Black Belt Academy: On Friday, March 20 at 7 pm, a special memorial candlelight service will be held at the dojang for those who participate in the childrens' classes. The children and their parents are invited to attend. Classes will resume on Saturday.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting contributions to the Thomas Wilson Memorial Fund. Donations can be made to:Thomas Wilson Memorial Fund c/o 1st National Bank PO Box 514 West Chester, PA 19381-0514.
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