Having known Lou for more than 20 years through working in CEN TC169's working group 2 (WG2) together on European standards, he had become one of the most important people in my life. Even though it could be years between each time we met, Lou was always there, professionally or personally. I'm sorry I can't be there come Tuesday, but my spirit will be. Please rest in peace Lou, I will miss you. Your friend Erlend