Hi, It’s very sad to know about your acquaintance. But hope that he recovers soon. Send him some inspirational gift or inspirational quotes. If you are a poet then write a poem for him. That’s really explained how you care him and since you are thinking of a visit…then something to carry would be better. I had been recently gifted a show piece by my friend as I had bought a new home and that really caught my attention. I would advice you to get the same sort of
decorative homeware as you said that he already has an interest in these things.
Good luck !!!