We cannot believe that Ilmo has passed. We are at a loss for words.

It has been quite some time since we last saw each other, back when we visited Ilmo and Hayzell in Oxford. We treasure fond memories of that get together as well as other ones before that around Berkeley.

It is heartwarming to read about people’s impressions of and experiences with Ilmo. Kindness, joy, and brilliance are recurring themes that we also associate very strongly with Ilmo. We will remember him like that.

We send our condolences to all of those who were close to Ilmo and have to miss him now. We wish you all the strength you need, and in Ilmo’s spirit, the capacity to at some point regain optimism and happiness.

Astrid & Gerben