Hi Everyone and thanks so much for your thoughts and vibes
Sad news Im afraid - Willem had liver cancer and was put to sleep this evening.
My daughter, Anne and her partner Neil were both with Willem.
Willem's sister Cookie was able to say goodbye as well; she was taken to the vets by Anne so she could see her brother after everything was over. I know that sounds a bit grim, but how else can you "explain" to her ?
So Willem is now safe at Rainbow Bridge, with many many cats to welcome him and play with him.
Willem and Cookie had originally been rescued, in Greece, from a plastic bin liner. They were found along with their dead siblings
I like to think, as do Anne and Neil, that Willem is now playing with those brothers and sisters.
Willem was at least 15 and we will all miss him so much
RIP Willem- Now in no more pain.