RIP Observtation as Rotary Foundation Trustee

As Rotary Foundation Trustee Sakuji Tanaka once observed; “The purpose of human life is to be useful to others and society”. The fact that we human beings are able to continue living in societies that developed over the centuries is because of the efforts of our ancestors, parents, families, communities, countries, and people around the world. It is therefore our duty to recognize and appreciate the benefits that we have received from our forebears, to persist in practicing the spirit of the utmost sincerity, and to repay society wholeheartedly. Only with these attitudes can we build better societies for generations that will follow us. As Rotarians we are fortunate. We are in the position to lead the way in practicing the idea of vocational service that is unique to Rotary.