At least his son and wife have a lot of video, to remember the man by. Thats one thing I wish I had of my relatives instead of the still pictures. Then they will see him how he was and never forget.
It is sad and the ray is a docile creature unless they feel threatened and then they bring the tail up. He probably would have only been hurt if the barb would have hit his leg or arm or what ever. People step on sting rays all the time and don't die, but it leaves a nasty hole and poison that stings like you wouldn't believe. But because the barb was so close to the heart, he didn't have a chance...............
RIP man, you'll be missed, and thanks for knowledge and entertainment............