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Yukio (Dave) Terada
October 30th, 1954 - April 26th, 2017
October 30th, 1954 - April 26th, 2017
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Li Kramer Halpern
Dave was a dear friend for many years. My favorite Dave episode was when he visited my grandmother so the they could read each other’s cards. Dave used a tarot deck, Grandma Mitzi a standard bicycle deck but on her favorite folding table. I moved away from Chicago in 91 and Dave and I drifted apart. We reconnected in 2002 after I returned but the last time I saw him was in August of 2011 before I moved away again. I spent much of my well spent, misspent youth with Dave by my side at Neo. And concerts. Brian Ferry, David Bowie and Prince to name a few, all made better with Dave. I think the last time I spoke to him was his birthday last year. Dave was a firm believer in life beyond this world. I think I’ll find my grandmother’s old folding table, light a candle and dig up a David & Li mix tape. Shocked and sad. Sorry I wasn’t there for him. He will live on in my heart.
Arnold Hidaka
Dave Terada was the enigma of the family: creative, rebellious, nonconformist, always dressed to the nines — the Moritas/Teradas tend to be conservative and concerned about appearances but Dave was cast from a different mold and I always admired that about him and when I was younger it was hard not to idolize him. When we were younger (under 21) Dave was a bouncer at Neo and would let us into the bar. Even dropping his name at the door would gained entry. Maybe Neo's policy was loose or we looked older than we were (doubt it) but this made him all the more cool. Back in the day Dave had long hair. Of course I had to grow me hair out too. Chicago isn't an inviting city for things outside the norms; rarely a day went by then my long hair didn't draw a disapproving comment, so I know it was a daily occurrence for him too but Dave had that laissez-faire attitude that I couldn't help but admire. Then one day she showed up to a holiday gathering with a shaved head! How punk was that?!? It wasn't until recently I understood why he shaved his head, like me, his hair was thinning. Those family gatherings, Christmas and New Years, were usually the only times I talked to him. Being younger, I was self conscious of the age divide but hanging out with his younger cousins was never an issue. As I got older we had some interesting conversations, sometimes a little out there, but always thought provoking. My mother has been having health issues in the last few years and Dave always offered to help. About 6 months ago I got a call from her building and living in NY, I couldn't get over there so I called Dave. Without hesitation he ran over there, calmed her down and got her to bed. I'll forever be grateful. About a month before he passed I invited him out for a drink. Luckily, the restaurant was closing and not serving alcohol so we sat at their picnic table outside and ate BBQ ribs. Dave was freelancing and having issues with a co-worker and concerned about his brother but
Rob
Dave was a good friend at the beach. He always brought some Mickie D'a for a snack before getting down to business in some serious vball games. Was always introspective and joyful, am saddened to hear of his passing.
Jeff Engel
I was friends with Dave when we hung out at NEO. He was a great man and truly a great soul. He will be missed.
Ed Bear
I will miss seeing you at the beach this summer, it was fun playing with you at North Avenue and Montrose, rest in peace!
Mark Morita
During my years after college, I have fond memories of running into Dave at NEO. At that time, Dave was a bouncer and worked the door to one of the hottest new wave clubs during the late 70s and early 80s. I was under 21 and wasn't able to get into many of the clubs of Chicago. Dave would always get me and my friends into the club without the cover charge and without the requisite I.D. My friends were wowed by my connection and our ability to enter in a club with such a fun reputation. Dave would always tell stories on how Mick Jagger, David Bowie, Maddona and other visiting stars would come by NEO while he was working. It was always great to see Dave and hang out. He was always so nice to me and looked out to make sure we weren't getting into trouble or being bothered. During that time, while Lisa and I were dating, we would often times ride our bikes through the Lincoln Park bike paths to go to Michigan Avenue. We would often times run into Dave who would be playing volleyball at North Avenue Beach. He was always so tanned and in great shape. Whether he was playing an intense game or talking to some pretty girls on the beach, he would always swing over to say hello. That was just the way he rolled. Dave would always come by my mom and dad's home for family events. He never missed one! He found a way to hang out and talk to people. He was also very welcoming to new people and would spend time getting to know them and make them feel comfortable. I especially remember this when my inlaws, Jim and Jan, first came to one of the family parties. I really think Dave liked being with the family and was comforted with the joking and banter that occurred at those gatherings. Though I know he had some challenges in recent years, I will forever remember him as a fun loving, older cousin that would look out for me at the bars. I will picture him talking in my parent's living room and I will see him walking back to the beach to play the next game... He tou
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