Dear TDWG colleagues and friends,
You may have already heard the news. If not, the TDWG Executive and I are
deeply saddened to announce that long term TDWG Treasurer, valued
colleague, and dear friend, William Ulate, has passed away. He was
afflicted by a rapid onset, brief illness, and his passing is sudden and
unexpected. Chuck Miller from the Missouri Botanical Gardens was able to
visit him in hospital and also gave us the news that William’s daughter was
able to fly up from Costa Rica to be with him.
With the TDWG conference only a few weeks away, we have started to make
arrangements for William’s life to be celebrated during the opening session
of the conference. Details will follow of opportunities to contribute
condolences or tributes either virtually or in person.
Kind regards, Ely Wallis
Chair, TDWG Executive
