Thankfully, our Gracious Lord allowed your friend to pass peacefully.
A few weeks ago, I posted about a dear 84 year old neighbor in Central PA, who'd become like a dad to me, had beaten bladder cancer 10 years like AL did the lukemia. He too, left us quickly once it resurfaced, but with only a bad night or two, and thankfully, his passing was also peaceful.
Praises to a Loving God who knows better than us when our time is fullfilled. May God grant those who are left behind who knew and loved Al the peace that passes all understanding.
Keep the Son in your eyes!