I've already talked to my oldest daughter and told her that she needs to give my stash and books to someone who quilts. I would (I was going to say die--but I guess it would be too late for that) if it was just thrown away. What a waste. When I cleaned out my studio a few years ago, I gave away tons of fabric and about 4 boxes of books. I told my DD that it doesn't have to go to anyone that we know, just to a good home and to someone who will use it. Burning fabric is awful. I'm sure he didn't know what he was doing and how wasteful it was.
Sue