Published: 01:09 EST, 16 November 2020 | Updated: 01:09 EST, 16 November 2020 Shimooka's wife Lisa tragically passed away in 2019, and the couple leaves behind 21-year-old son Brandon. He was a loving husband, passionate surfer, Jiu jitsu Black Belt, and above all, a devoted father. Shimooka’s wife tragically passed away in 2019, and the couple leaves behind 21-year-old son Brandon. Australian Paddle Out and scattering of ashes for John “Shmoo” Shimooka held at North Cronulla Beach at 12:12pm on 12-12-2020 lead by his son Brandon Shimooka and Michael Crisp and attended by hundreds of surfers, family and friends of Brandon and Shmoo including Luke Lewis. ... "Everyone in our organization joins his son, Brandon, immediate family, and his extended worldwide network of friends, in grieving his loss," the statement continued. https://www.theleader.com.au/story/7016261/vale-john-shimooka The team at Surfing NSW is deeply distressed at the passing of one of our own, John Shimooka, in the early hours of Monday morning. The young boy’s father had quickly picked up on his son’s raw talent. JOHN SHIMOOKA 1969 – 2020. Former surfing world number 19 John Shimooka passed away on Monday The talented surfer grew up with mates Kelly Slater and Sunny Garcia in Hawaii He relocated to Australia with his wife in 1999 and has a 21-year-old son By Brett Lackey For Daily Mail Australia. Published on 16/11/2020. Photograph: Jonny Weeks/The Guardian. A former CT surfer, industry executive, commentator, and coach, he made a major impact on the surfing world. Former surf proctor Reid Inouye spoke about his immediate reaction to Shimooka’s debut performance at … John Shimooka (centre) commentating in a trailer studio at Boomerang beach. Photo: Tom Servais. “The team at Surfing NSW is deeply distressed at the passing of one of our own, John Shimooka… Surfing NSW announced Shimooka's death on its Instagram page. https://www.coastalwatch.com/surfing/26247/nick-carroll-the-aftermath Legendary surfer John Shimooka has been farewelled by fellow stars including Kelly Slater in an emotional beachside service, that was live streamed around the world. iamlegend commented Tuesday, … https://www.tracksmag.com.au/news/remembering-john-shimooka-558057 Shimooka, a former world number 19, saw … A talented former world tour surfer, commentator, jiu jitsu black belt and General Manager of Partnerships for Surfing NSW since 2018, “Shmoo” was a much-loved member of … In a … https://www.surfline.com/surf-news/rip-john-shimooka-1969-2020/103617 “He just excelled so fast,” Shimooka’s father stated. He was such a happy positive person who made an impact on every person he met. You only needed to look at him. Hawaii born, Shimooka … (CNN)-- The world of surfing is mourning the death of John Shimooka at the age of 51. Tributes are pouring in from around the globe after beloved former browsing professional John Shimooka died aged 51 on Monday. A Surfing NSW govt, the Hawaiian-born Australian’s demise in a single day led to an outpouring of grief in his adopted nation and overseas. https://deaddeath.com/death/lisa-shimooka-obituary-lisa-shimooka-death-dead Patrick McGorry has more first-hand knowledge of this than most. John Shimooka, the former surfing world number 19, passed away in November; The Hawaiian-born star grew up alongside mates Kelly Slater and Sunny Garcia ; Mr Shimooka’s death comes little more than a year after passing of his wife Lisa Their 21-year-old son Brandon paid tribute to his ‘one of a kind’ dad on Tuesday; Surfing stars including Slater watched ceremony … https://www.khon2.com/sports/surfing-legend-john-shimooka-passes-away-at-51 John Shimooka. EbeneMagazine – AU – RIP: John Shimooka (1969-2020) Related title : – RIP: John Shimooka (1969-2020) ) – Kelly Slater among mourners after Australian surfer John Shimoka is found dead – After months of lockdown, the sense of surfing SA resumes its career Though a … We will commemorate and celebrate John’s life in the days and weeks to come." Shmoo knew he’d lived a fortunate life. The WSL is saddened to learn of the passing of John Shimooka. The sudden and tragic passing of John Shimooka took many of us by surprise. Published: 06:09 GMT, 16 November 2020 | Updated: 06:19 GMT, 16 November 2020 As Professor of Youth Mental Health at the University of Melbourne, he’s been a … Former world tour surfer John “Shmoo” Shimooka has passed away at the age of 51. If you need help: Lifeline 13 11 14; Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636; Suicide Call Back Service 1300 659 467; Kids Helpline 1800 55 1800; Share on Facebook; Share on Twitter; Share on Google+; Log in or register to post comments; Comments. Shmoo survives by his son Brandon who has already had so much to deal with at such a young age. tyzee63 commented Tuesday, 17 Nov 2020 at 11:25am. John Shimooka would be quick to tell you, “I’m lucky as a motherfucker.” He didn’t need to though. Music: Somewhere Over The Rainbow by Israel IZ Kamakawiwo’ole . ‘Our saddest day’ Surfing NSW announced Shimooka’s passing on their Instagram page. John Shimoka will be quick to tell you,’ I’m lucky as a mother ‘He didn’t need to just look at him . John Shimooka, a former world tour surfer affectionately known as "Shmoo," has died at the age of 51. https://deaddeath.com/death/john-shimooka-death-obituary-john-shimooka-dead According to Surfing NSW, Shimooka died Monday morning.. https://www.theleader.com.au/story/1161771/lifestyle-still-lures-a-former-pro John Shimooka is survived by son Brandon. John Shimooka first made his professional surfing debut at the Beach Park Challenge Event at Ala Moana Beach Park in the 1980s. 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