Lawrence Amerose

Fill not your hearts with pain and sorrow, but remember me in every tomorrow. 

Remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles, I’ve only gone to rest a little while. 

Although my leaving causes pain and grief, my going has eased my hurt and given me relief. 

So dry your eyes and remember me, not as I am now, but as I used to be. 

Because, I will remember you all and look on with a smile. 

Understand, in your hearts, I’ve only gone to rest a little while. 

As long as I have the love of each of you, I can live my life in the hearts of all of you.