I visited with Buck, W7FCH today (12/20/10) at the Shuksan Healthcare Center in Bellingham.  Every time I have dropped in, his wife Mary N7CUI has been at his side, except for a couple days in October when she had to travel to Colorado for a family funeral.  The couple celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary last month.  Buck is receiving hospice care and while the meds make him a bit drowsy, his wit is still sharp and you would do well to stop by for a chat.  He is in room 111 (South wing) 1530 James St. <map link>  No appointment or check-in required.