And there is also the misleading thought that it was "his" report.
His name is on the front and he had a large part to play but reports like this are a team effort.
When I sign out an aircraft after maintenance, it is my name that releases it for flight but I didn't do all the work. I'd be there for months if it was just me! I sign that it is airworthy on behalf of all those behind me who worked on it.
Just like Ron stood for all those who worked on the report.