Bill Gates' father dies

William H. Gates, the father of billionaire Bill Gates, has died at 94. His family made the news known.

The family's announcement says that the lawyer, philanthropy, and the American army veteran died Monday in his home in Washington after suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

William was praised for his great commitment to economic and social equality, stressing that he was responsible for the first efforts of the foundation “Bill & Melinda Gates” for improving people's health worldwide, writes the Daily Mail.

My father's wisdom, generosity, compassion, and humility had a great impact on people around the world”, Bill Gates wrote in a letter to the deceased parent.