. ♪ >> that was doreen ginsler. pat collins has known vance for nearly four decades. praised him for his incredible story telling and talked to people paying tribute at the ben's chili bowl mural. >> i know him very well. >> reporter: when he heard about what happened he came to the alley, he came to the wall. he came to see that picture. he came to talk about jim vance. meet now william sauder, 52 years old, native of washington. >> i like his swag. you know, i liked the way he talked. you know, swag is something that, you know, i pick up, i pick up from my elders. really admire. >> right here. >> reporter: today that picture was the place to be. you see, it was just a few weeks ago that ben's chili bowl unveiled the new mural. it is on the iconic wall alongside the famous d.c. restaurant, and there high on top our own jim vance. and even though he was sick and battling for his life, he made a point to be there to talk about the honor. it was a sad and proud moment. most of us will never forget. >> i don't have a pair of pants in my closet that will fit me anymore. b