David Arthur Hosokawa
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David Arthur Hosokawa, 78, of Great Barrington, MA, passed away on May 14, after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease. Dave is survived by his wife Beverly, daughter Dorree, son Sam and his wife Pam, granddaughters Kaiya and Eva, and sister Mary.
Dave was born on July 16, 1943, in ironically, Independence, MO, after being conceived in a Japanese American Internment Camp during WWII. He attended high school in St. Louis Park, MN and graduated from St. Olaf College with a degree in English. He had a successful career in the publishing and newspaper industry, eventually becoming CEO of TMP Worldwide, parent company of Monster.com. He retired in 1998, shortly after being diagnosed with Parkinson's.
Dave and Beverly first met on May 13, were married a year later on May 14, with Dave passing exactly 28 years later on their anniversary. They lived life to the fullest, traveling throughout the world, while supporting many non-profit organizations. Locally, Dave sat on the Boards of the Berkshire Country Day School and the Community Access to the Arts (CATA).
Dave was never the loudest or most active voice in the room but when he spoke, everyone leaned in. His thoughtful insight, humble demeanor, balanced perspective, and quick wit attracted and inspired people from all walks of life. He mentored many and worked hard to give back by sharing his knowledge and experience. He was passionate about his family, traveling, boating, fishing, and the New York Yankees. He was also well known for his hall of fame worthy sweet tooth, never meeting a dessert he didn't love.
Dave was tough as nails, never once complaining about his medical challenges and struggles throughout the years, even until the very end. Rest in peace Dave.
A private celebration of life will take place later this year. The family requests that memorial donations be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research or Best Friend's Animal Society. Condolences may be made through birchesroyfuneralservices.com.