Leaves the earth upon this path
With blue horizons home at last
Mountains framed by bluest sky
Fills his soul with gentle sigh

Path of love is paved with gold
Promised treasure eyes behold
Beyond the mountain high above
Valley of all perfect love

Rows of flowers everywhere
Nature looms in beauty rare
Hands will reach to welcome him
Hearts all joined in joyous hymn

Bounty of new world he sees
Fills his heart with ecstasy
Just one step and love is found
His gentle spirit has been crowned

Struggle on this earth is done
Memories shared with everyone
Heart will keep love safely stored
This for us our sweet reward

Final journey with slower pace
Footprints made that we will trace
Turns to wave with smile of grace
His love and spirit we embrace.

~ Francine Pucillo ~

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