It's sad, yet inevitable, as sadly there is always an end to everything.
I didn't really get to know you or be around much, because as you might have seen, I'm quite new, but still, I can say a couple of words;
From what I've seen, you are an important figure in the discovery community, the kind of people who keep the community from falling apart and it does hurt a lot to everyone to see you leave.
Best of luck with the events awaiting you in your life.
You will be missed.
"If your heart is filled with faith, then you can't fear."