My condolences for your loss. It's never easy to watch a loved one become terminal. The stoic side of me has been strong my whole life so I have always had a more pragmatic view of life/death and I get the sense that you have developed that yourself. I hope the following happenings are easy and in line with who he was.

I think a 21 saw salute would be appropriate. I'll bring my saw for one. BRAPPP BRAPPP BRAPPP!!!!