Awww Dave, I'm really really sorry that you, any surviving family, friends & loved ones are having to deal with such a big loss.
It happens to us all, but rarely (if ever) does that fact give any comfort. I wish for your grief to be the healthy kind... maybe even borderline joyful, with the memories you no doubt made plenty of along the way.
Take care of yourself, and sort out all those unpleasant arrangements & details that are no doubt rearing up right now. We'll keep the Ultimate Cat Thread chugging along in your absence.
Best wishes, my bass brother.