He is 1/27/60 and I'm 5/25/68

He asked me recently if we could have a relationship since we have known each other for over a decade. His wife just passed away less than 2 months ago and I am not comfortable to accept him this time because it is too early and I know he is very lonely for now. I am also avoiding unnecessary comments and bad opinions from our friends and especially the family of his wife and him. I am telling him to heal his wounded heart now and we will see if what is really in his mind after a while. Is there any possibility we could be a couple?