It was a bitter and unforgettable tragedy, and he WILL always be known as “the father of Leiby z”l.” But he can somewhat be proud, proud to be a part of Klal Yisroel and knowing how much achdus that incident created. Until his future sons will be born & grow up and be Gedolim iy”h, only then he will be known as the father of the gedolim. Until then he is the “father of the boy who was killed”.
Thats the price to pay when in the media these days. Whether we make the concious effort to be in the limelight, or if it pounces on us out of nowhere, if it’s a big story, that’s who you ARE, FOREVER.