Touching Words

Dearest Diane

Diane you touched our hearts so very much

with beautiful smiles and a gentle touch,

softly spoken words thoughtful and kind

so special a person would be hard to find.

Daughter, I loved you more than anything

mothering you made me rejoice and sing,

I couldn’t ask for a daughter more sincere

you created so many joyful, happy tears.

Sister, you were a rock to the two of us

helping us always without much of a fuss,

we had disagreements but they didn’t last

happy will be our memories of the past.

Friend, oh how special we found you to be

if only others could have been able to see,

how you were a wise sage to those in need

guiding with words planted like a tiny seed.

Partner, you have touched me so very much

with warm gentle spirit and loving touch,

so many memories we’ve created together

each one living deep in my heart, forever.

Mother, you were the best ever in the world

as children in your arms we often curled,

feeling supported in your comforting arms

knowing you’d keep us safe from harm.

Mother, we grew but you were still there

guiding our lives showing how you cared,

you guided us wisely upon the right road

helping ease our burdens, sharing our load.

Mum, I will remain your ever devoted son

I give thanks for everything you’ve done,

you helped make me the man I am today

I love you more than words can ever say.

Mum, as your daughter I loved you so much

many aspects of my life you have touched,

there were so many special moments shared

you always showed me how much you cared

Love for you runs through us one and all

there are too many memories here to recall,

but each of us have those which are unique

we will remember, your presence to seek.

Tears are shed as we say farewell to you

our love will remain so precious and true,

but we know you won’t ever be far away

for deep in our hearts you’ll always stay.

Diane, you deeply touched each of us here

there will be times we may shed a few tears,

but although we may feel sadness and pain

memories of you will help us, smile again.

Gifts

During your life you gave many special gifts

like calming words to help heal bitter rifts,

reaching out to others with outstretched hands

backing those in need when they’re taking a stand.

A listening ear for those who would need to talk

company when required on an emotional walk,

guidance and wisdom for any one of us in need

understanding when we didn’t always take heed.

You gave much time to each and every one of us

bringing calm where others are making a fuss,

seeking to find new ways in which to mend

broken hearts and minds, like a true friend.

Often you would plant a tiny inspirational seed

to bring hope and knowledge to those in need,

guiding us gently upon the right path to take

supporting whatever decisions we would make.

You were there every time we had to seek

support due to feeling helpless or weak,

embracing us in strong welcoming arms

helping us feel safe from trouble and harm.

You had your faults but then don’t we all

but they aren’t important as today we recall,

how you gave so much more than you took

stepping in whenever anyone became stuck.

Now you’ve gone your life we must weigh

and in doing so we are delighted to say,

your good far far outweighed your bad

you brought more happy times than sad.

Today as we grieve, cry and feel bereft

we’re comforted by memories you’ve left,

they will bring hope when times are bad

and uplift us whenever we feel down or sad.

Goodbye Dad

Dad, I loved you more than words can say

You stood by and supported me every day.

If I needed help you were always there,

your death leaves me a burden to bear.

Over time my broken heart will start to heal

slowly ever slowly will ease the pain I feel,

a piece of my heart will always be with you

our bond of love will remain forever true.

You were there in good times and in bad

Supporting me in happy times and sad,

My anchor as I sailed the sea of life

A rock of support in times of strife.

In my life you had many roles to play

And I found strength in you each day.

You were a teacher throughout the years

You taught me to stand up to my fears.

A guide who taught me right from wrong

And showed me how to remain strong,

An advocate who was always on my side

As I sometimes struggled against the tide.

A bank which was open night and day

With zero % interest for me to pay,

A boarding house should I be in need

The fridge filler should I need to feed.

The chauffer running me everywhere

One call and you would soon be there,

A wise guide available night and day

But allowing me to make my own way.

I am thankful you were a parent to me

you played this special role so perfectly,

The person I am is partly down to you

you taught me the right thing to do.

Now comes the time to say goodbye

I have many tears welling in my eyes

But these are of joy as well as sorrow

As I will no longer see you tomorrow.

But you will always be watching over me

I trust you will be proud of what you see,

For Dad I have always been proud of you

And loved you more than you ever knew.

Goodbye dear friend

We have come together today to remember our dear friend

her life was so full of joy and love but sadly it had to end.

It was a hard decision to have to put her peacefully to sleep

but she is in a better place now which much mischief to reap.

Special memories of her life will forever with us remain

and by knowing her, so much love were we able to gain.

She was always full of life and gave everyone so much joy

playing with other dogs, children and her much loved toys.

She loved getting out and about and going for a long walk

everyone who met her out and about would always talk,

about how friendly and lively was this little bundle of fun

and how she warmed their hearts like the summer sun.

She may have had four legs but she was like family to us

and she always loved to be given lots of attention and fuss.

She gave us so much love whilst wanting so little in return

and she was so cheeky it was hard when we had to be stern,

a single look would strike our hearts and anger would melt,

calm would be restored and love once more would be felt.

So now the time has come to lay her ashes to their final rest

and we bade a tearful farewell to one of the very very best.

But she has left many memories for those of us left behind

and she will never ever be out of our hearts or our minds.

The tears of pain we shed will eventually have their end

but now all we want to say is, Dinky, goodbye dear friend.

Memories

Your love will always shine so bright

particularly in the approaching of night

I know you will still be forever near

helping to ease my worries and fears.

You are now lost from my physical sight

but I know you are somewhere and alright

I will sometimes recall your favourite song

and it will give me strength to carry on.

I will shed tears when recalling you

and all the special things we used to do

but I know in time I will smile again

memories bringing me joy not pain.

The cycle of life sees us born then sadly die

body cremated or in an eternal grave lie

but the essence of us will always live on

in hearts recalled in the words of a song.

Lessons you taught stood me in good stead

you gave guidance from books you had read

your support was there when I was in need

planting hope and inspiration like a tiny seed.

Often I will talk over memories of you

recalling the things you often did do

each of the unique times spent with you

and how you stayed so honest and true.

When I face the darkness of the night

I know everything is going to be alright

for you shall be there right by my side

easing the ebb and flow of life’s tide.

Sense of Loss

I remember clearly your loving touch

and how it always meant so much,

the feel of your hand enclosing mine

making me feel how all would be fine.

How you were always on my side

during the ebbs and flows of life’s tide,

I miss your touch each day my dear

but I know you will always be near.

I remember the fragrance you wore

alas you can’t wear it anymore,

sometimes if I feel alone and blue

I smell the bottle and think of you.

As I go through each and every day

many familiar aromas come my way,

some bring a favourite memory of you

and I recall our love so deep and true.

I remember you had a favourite song

and sometimes you would sing along,

the words bring back special thoughts

of the wisdom and lessons you taught.

I hear your voice as I drift to sleep

whispering comforting words to keep,

you close to me and deep in my heart

knowing we are never ever far apart.

I remember how I always loved to see

you returning home each night to me,

but sadly this will never occur again

this brings me tears of grief and pain.

But sometimes I glimpse sight of you

doing those things you often used to do,

your presence brings such comfort to me

at least now you’ve been set free.

I remember things you made me try

a tear creeping softly from my eye,

foods you’d encourage me to taste

you so hated the thought of waste.

Different tastes bring memories of you

the special things we would both do,

as I sit thinking of your favourite things

deep down my heart rejoices and sings.

Taken from us

Your life ebbed away like tides upon the sands

death beckoned gently with outstretched hands,

tears flowed from us as you slowly slipped away

we had always dreaded the coming of this day.

We feel so battered, torn and broken in two

as we have to say our sad goodbyes to you,

but deep within each of our beating hearts

we somehow know we are never far apart.

They say time helps to slowly heal the pain

how people learn to laugh and smile again,

we sincerely hope that this is so very true

but today our pain is too great at losing you.

When we rose today with the beckoning dawn

our hearts were heavy, we prepared to mourn

a life taken, a person we would see no more

death took a hand then softly closed the door.

But for today we shall surely celebrate instead

uplifted by all the words which will be said,

weeping tears of joy, as we remember much

memories shared from lives you often touched.

Your favourite music fills the silent room

replacing sadness and deepening gloom,

with the uplifting beauty of the sunshine

bringing hope we will one day all be fine.

But your loving legacy truly doesn’t end today

many will remember words you used to say,

also how you carried out many a selfless deed

always a thoughtful friend to anyone in need.

As we leave today we take a piece of you

fond memories of the person we all knew,

who touched our lives in many special ways

often guiding each of us gathered here today.

Till we meet again Mum

Mum, you gave us so very much

with loving deeds and gentle touch,

guiding us each step of the way

there for us whatever came our way.

Mum, you sacrificed so much for us

without ever making any fuss,

you put yourself last in the line

always making sure others were fine.

Mum, you gave a piece of your heart

ensuring we shall never be apart,

you live within us so forever strong

giving us strength when nights are long.

Mum, your advice you often shared

showing us just how much you cared,

always teaching us right from wrong

yet knowing when to hold your tongue.

Mum, you made us who we are today

supporting us in a myriad of ways,

you didn’t always agree with us

but supported decisions without fuss.

Mum. you touched many a life

as friend, mother, confidante, wife,

always knowing the right thing to do

getting others out of many a stew.

Mum, your wisdom so often shared

little touches showed you cared,

we’ve inherited some of your ways

with us they shall always stay.

Mum, your illness took so much

but your spirit could never touch,

you bravely faced this terrible foe

with courage even when feeling low.

Mum, you fought right to the end

your resolve never wavered nor bent,

you kept strong through good and bad

cherishing each single moment you had.

Mum, so many memories you’ve made

and these shall never ever fade,

but live on in both words and deeds

you planted so many precious seeds.

Mum, we now return you to God above

we say goodbye with our deepest love,

know you’ll live forever in our hearts

and from there shall never part.