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Warrior Tribute to Arbie Thalacker – HIGHLIGHT
Arbie Thalacker, former member of the Shambhala Board of Directors, passed away in January 2012. For a series of tributes to Arbie, please scroll down. If you would like to contribute, please do so as a comment to this first article. This first tribute is offered by John ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by
The Arbie Thalacker World Wisdom Scholarship Fund
by Marty Janowitz Naropa University has established the Arbie Thalacker World Wisdom Scholarship Fund in recognition and deep appreciation for Arbie R. Thalacker, who embodied the highest characteristics of a ‘trustee’ of the university and of an authentic and meaningful life. The scholarship fund has already ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by
Naropa University Remembers Arbie Thalacker
by Acharya Judy Lief Naropa Board of Trustees Vice-Chair I met Arbie through our mutual love for the Buddhist teachings and our shared passion for Naropa University. We both recognized Naropa’s pioneering role in what has become known as “contemplative education.” We were also both excited to be ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by
At the Shambhala Funeral of Arbie Thalacker
New York City, January 12, 2012 by Susan Dreier In the midst of Thursday afternoon’s brisk NYC workday, the Shambhala center was in a state of quiet readiness. The shrine room was filled with 200 chairs arranged around blue zabutons circling the pine coffin which was draped with ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by
Tribute in Remembrance
Arbie Robert Thalacker 1935 – 2012 written by Deborah Garrett, wife of Arbie Born on April 17, 1935, in Marquette, Wisconsin, Arbie Robert Thalacker grew up as “Bob” in the suburbs of Detroit, part of a large, loving family and guided by the patient encouragement of a father he ... continuePosted April 19, 2012 by