I am so sad to hear this. We've lost a dear and caring man.
I was lucky enough to have shared some correspondence over the phone with Bill... he reached out to help me deal with my son's alcoholism, when I was new.
Such a brilliant man, and wise. He loved his gardening, and his spaniels. He shared pictures of his pride and joy white lilies, and his beloved dog, expressing how much comfort 'man's best friend' brought him in this life.
He gave so much to all of us.
Rest sweetly, dear Bill. Enjoy reuniting with your beloved spaniels. Thank you, for everything.