Not really. It's not a good thing he's dead, but when you think about all he did and how and why he did it, it's really not a shame at all. (I think you missed the point of his post)

The man was an amazing person and his lecture is something I'll never forget.

 

It really wasn't. He was handed a death sentence. Componded by not being able to see his kids grow up. And he made the decision to make the best of it. How many people can say they'd handle it as well as he did? I seriously doubt I would.

 

Finally got to read a full-length article abt him in the local papers. a truly inspiring & exemplary person. rest in peace.

 

I think there's a frame of reference error here. E'erbody's acknowledging he was a good--hell, a great--guy. And most folks feel like it's a shame when the world loses somebody like that, 'cause it means we all lose out.

Y'all see it differently, and that's cool. Although I'll admit I don't exactly get it.