I got a bit worked up about the news too. My wife died 18 months ago from cancer and I can only think now what his family are going through. I did think about blogging my experiences of widowhood, which now would have helped people like his wife, but coming to terms with grief and keeping a diary about it was too much for me. I had enormous respect for Ivan Noble because of this, simply coping with the fear and experience was enough for most, now he has left a legacy that can act as a positive influence on others, I consider him nothing less than a true hero for that. Rest In Peace Ivan.