I just ordered "Kitchen Confidential" - been meaning to read it for years. Now is the time to read it, a good way to honor him. I felt shocked when I found out how he had died. Even though I should know better, I should remember that people with great careers, who "have it all" can still suffer depression. Brain chemistry can do bad things to a person. It is not often that I admire celebrities, but I admired him because he was respectful to all kinds of people, never became a snob. He is missed by many.

From another interview, I liked this one:
And if the waiter is taking 10 minutes to describe each dish [and] it'll only take you three to eat it, something's really wrong. I think people lose sight of the fact that chefs should be ultimately in the pleasure business, not in the look-at-me business.

Liked his quotes... Loved this one;
One-time personal motto: “Your body is not a temple, it’s an amusement park. Enjoy the ride.”

I will miss him or at least his shows when saw them. All that eating made me feel sick sometimes but I certainly enjoyed the surroundings.

Commented on your other post but man I really liked him.