William Welsh,

Bill will live on in the history of the Library of Congress as perhaps the most influential and intellectual librarian. A true leader Bill's work served the greater public well. God rest his soul.

My deepest sympathies to Bill's family. I have many fond memories of Bill at Library of Congress. He was kind, thoughtful, funny, and a wonderful leader at the Library. It was a better place because of him.

My condolences to Williams family. I didn't know him personally but it always hurts my heart to see the pain and suffering and death we all experience. I hope you don't mind me sharing a scripture I have found encouraging Revelation 21:4 where God promises to "wipe out every tear from our eyes, death will be no more, neither will mourning, outcry, nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away." Again, please accept my condolences.