I'd definitely not be opposed to an honorary rank for deceased members, though bestowing one upon death would essentially be a judgement call about their popularity on the forum, and I'm not sure who'd make that call--I'm sure Zepher and Bruno would be worthy, but how about if some troll like cryptohunter was confirmed dead? Know what I mean? Seems like it could be a sticky situation.
The judgement call will be taken by DT 1 and DT 2 members and if that happens it will be a fair decision and there wont be any difference of opinion, in my opinion Hal, Zepher and Bruno should be given a honorary rank.
My rank suggestion is Eternal or Immortal. RIP