Actually, I would say the opposite: Since o_e_l_e_o doesn't have much time left to make things right, he should use this chance to correct the record and apologize for knowingly spreading lies about weaknesses in Bitcoin's privacy. Bitcointalk posts are a legacy you leave behind even after you die, so it's worth it to extend eternity your honesty.
Yeah, whatever. If I knew I only had a short time left on this earth, the last thing on my mind would be trying to appease anyone on the internet. I would imagine Leo doesn't agree with the arguments being made here anyhow, so doubtless he doesn't think there's anything to set straight.