It’s like a dream, you’ve gone from me

A man with hands so strong and meek

I close my eyes to see your face

Your big blue eyes and smile like lace

Your laughter carries throughout our home

When my feet were little, and liked to roam

Your music plays and as it slows

You let me dance atop your toes

Your nursing skills heal a mild scratch

And a broken heart receives a patch

Your aging wisdom is heard with zeal

To make me sturdy and strong as steel

Your goofy antics keep life fun

We squeal with delight, while we run

Your love for me is most special

Your love for others is like a vessel

Your stern admonishments disappear

When your sweet words of care bring me cheer

Your imperfections make you real

With the faults of me being no big deal

You bring me joy each day of life

Even when there seems to be a little strife

I want this dream to stay so vivid

So, when I wake I won’t be livid

I know your pain is now long gone

Because your home is a brand new dawn.

The beauty you see must be a sight

And Grandma is there to hold you tight

You’re walking with Jesus, hand in hand

Like you did with me when you were on this land

I’ll love your grandkids, like you did me

Your name is Daddy, and will always be

God’s plan for you is now complete

I’m so very thankful He brought you peace

I may be sad, and my heart will ache

But, God provides a comforter, that will not shake

Jesus lives in me, and with His hope

I know He will help me be able to cope

I love you Daddy, for you are so dear

Your job is done, and well done here

Rest in Peace Daddy