My friend was patient and kind, a loving husband and dad
always thinking of others, seldom complained, nor was mad.
My friend was not a man of wealth
but if you needed a hand he'd say, "I'll Help"
My friend and I loved the races and picked our favorites
with much discussion and debate till they came out the gate.
My friend and I traveled many miles while working,
even shared a "Journey of Faith" and a wedding blessing.
My friend has reached the winter of his days, the end of life,
but I was there to carry him to rest beside his wife.