I am sorry for his loss but whatever I say on this forum will not reach further than this forum so I don't see the point in offering condolences, congratulating, wishing on a birthday to any player or manager or anyone not a member on this forum.
Also, I have no agenda, if my views on the the team do not go on the same path of the majority here it does not mean I have an agenda. They remain my opinion.
Sad news. It's really hard to lose a family member and it's even harder when you're so far away from them.
As for the footballing side of things, he had to be rested anyway.