Your use of professional reminds me why I hate such cliche words. We are remembering a soul, whom we all feel guilty of letting down in our own ways. I am actually delighted that the GP, displays their humanity and caring, even when does not need to. Professionalism be damned, quirks and caring makes us human.

Edit: And why people downvoted the GP? Are they passing their judgement on GP's raising the topic with MIT people they interact with. Please note GP is just sharing it, in an after-the-act relevant discussion.