One of my previous jobs was assessing coroner's files for preservation. There's a lot in this story that reminds me of that work, including the nagging feeling that the file in your hands is the only trace of that person that exists in the world.
I wish Palace well tonight, but one thing: whatever TNT/HBO thinks, they're not wearing "Palace For Life" jerseys because they're a lovely club supporting a good cause, but because their actual sponsor, NET88, is an illegal Asian sports betting company and cannot be advertised in a UEFA competition.