Sadly, this was inevitable. It's good that his suffering is finished.
Bill was a brother, father, mentor, and friend to so many of us. He gave his all to this sport as few have, but in such a different way. For the most part, racing is a very selfish endevor, but Bill was as far from selfish as a man could be. His skill was getting the most from people, and he did it by showing them respect and love. The guy could really make you feel good about yourself.
Bill, you touched so many lives. We all owe you so much. The times we've shared seem far too few, now that they're over. If the afterlife truely does bring eternal reward to the deserving, then I know right now you're enjoying a beer and a tale next to a smokey campfire as you savor a job well done. Hold us a spot on the grid, bro. We'll be with you again soon enough.
