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deleeme Senior Member
since 1999-10-09
Posts 1766NEW ENGLAND, USA 
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[The following a wrote for the graveside service of a dear man in our congregation, who had a lifelong- struggle with alcohol- but in the end gained a victory over it. In Loving Memory of BILL WORD, 1930-2001] Brother Bill, Brother Bill We honor here your life, Tho' it had it's weakness, And you knew much strife, You also had your Sweetness You were such a delight, Brother Bill, Brother Bill You put up a good fight! Brother Bill, Brother Bill You danced with the demons, And they oft' stomped your toes, All with no good reason, But undaunted, them you showed To overcome the legion, Brother Bill, Brother Bill You showed to all there's a season! Brother Bill, Brother Bill Now you can take your ease, Your times of struggle are through, You're freed from all disease, Thus we are thankful for you That you have found release, Brother Bill, Brother Bill Enjoy your unearthly Peace! Brother Bill, Brother From you may we learn, That though Life's oft' not easy It's challenges ne'er spurn, LORD, we too, seek to please Thee And with humbled spirits we yearn, Brother Bill, Brother Bill Like you, may our cares be o'erturned! |
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ellie LeJeune Member Elite
since 2000-01-10
Posts 4156King of Prussia, PA USA |
David; What a warm and wonderful tribute! You took the time and love to see into the heart and truth of this dear man's life and heart, and blessed his family with such a wonderful remembrance. What a blessing you are! Ellie A friend hears the song in my heart, and sings it to me when my memory fails. |
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walker Member Elite
since 2001-02-11
Posts 2240Florida |
One hard life described, then in the end God shines. It doesn't matter how we are born, but how we die.Brother Bill, had a rough life but the ending it's a glorious one, that's what's important.Jesus died for us to set us free. This tribute tells the tale of many. Very good work! A quarter of a century must pass, for the writer to understand what and why he writes. |
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BloomingRose Member Elite
since 2000-08-09
Posts 3092Florida |
Wonderful tribute to your friend. Praise God he found the right path to take in the end. Deb |
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BSC
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Member Elite
since 2000-02-04
Posts 2919New York, USA |
Beautiful tribute David ~ How wonderful that he climbed the golden stairway having conquered his battles.... Bonnie |
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kcsgrandma Senior Member
since 2000-09-24
Posts 1522Presque Isle, ME |
This is a sweet tribute, and must have been a great comfort to the family. Thank you for sharing it with us. To love another person is to see the face of God. - Les Miserables Marilyn |
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Lighthousebob Member Elite
since 2000-06-14
Posts 4725California |
David, What an honor you have given to one who has passed through this world and its struggles to gain his reward in Christ. Peace and restoration to his family and friends and might they be encouraged by these your contributing words of Faith and Hope. God bless you my friend, Bob <>< |
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jbaker Member
since 2001-02-16
Posts 74Australia |
I'm sure this person would thank you from the bottom of his heart for writing such beautiful words about him. (if he were alive) I'm sure his family will treasure this beautiful poem about their beloved. Well done David.I'm sure we will see more of your wonderful work. God Bless JB |
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