I simply don't understand how folks can recall him fondly. He did an enormous amount of damage here. He scared off promising newcomers, sidetracked worthy discussions, insulted respectable contributors, and made the place a lot less fun for an extended period of time.

While Mudcat isn't some kind of holy shrine, he certainly disrespected the friendship and hospitality of people who welcomed him warmly.
I hope, wherever he is, that he is suffering from several forms of fungal infections.