Word this morning is that the Colonel is home and resting as well as possible. His original reason for being in the hospital was for surgery to relieve severe pain from some bad vertebrae in his back. There is some confusion as to his overall condition and Pat Rogers is trying to confirm at this time.
The one thing that has been confirmed is though his body is frail, his mind is sharp as ever. So it may be a bit premature to speak of him in the "past" tense.
The info I have been posting is from either Pat Rogers, his daughter, or one of his work associates. I am only posting info that I think is accurate. This is a horrible time for any family to go through, and I am trying to keep a respectful distance. My only wish is that God looks favorably on this old Warhorse we all have grown to love as a teacher.
A Notice has been posted on the Jeff Cooper's Commentaries website.
http://harris.dvc.org.uk/jeff/
It almost sounds hopeful.