Oh man. So saddened to hear this. I devoured his stuff like a fat kid on cake while starting up. I definitely contribute a fair amount of my success thus far to him.
RIP my friend you brought the reefing hobby to so many helped so many and pioneered the hobby.There aren't many you can say have been a true inspiration and they broke the mould when they made you. I will miss you dearly, goodnight and god bless.