Despite three strokes in five years—which robbed him of 75% of his range of vision—and general physical deterioration, Williams' "mind and competitive zeal remain sharp." Writer S.L. Price reported that Williams became animated when the conversation swung to hitting and baseball. The piece touched on how Williams was spending his days and also reflected on his changing relationship with his two youngest children, John-Henry and Claudia, as he came to depend on them more.
