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Tim
Senior Member

since 1999-06-08

Posts 1794

0 posted 2005-05-19 10:26 PM

He stared in wonder as a child,
At butterflies and midnight skies,
A man-boy not by life defiled,
Knew only truth, knew not of lies.
No hint of sin within his soul,
This creature meek, this creature fair,
From forth the heavens he was stole,
Soft glow of hope amongst despair.
Was only peace this man-boy knew,
With innocence of cherub's face,
He blessed us all, and then he flew,
On angel’s wings, his simple grace.
Returning to from whence he came,
To heaven’s high, he now resides,
God’s special gift, Chuck was his name.

My Aunt and Uncle were told my cousin would not live to the age of six. He made it to 53. They had to bring extra chairs into the sanctuary at the church today because of the overflow crowd. Chuck touched a lot of lives including one fairly cynical 52 year old.

Balladeer

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since 1999-06-05

Posts 25505
Ft. Lauderdale, Fl USA

1 posted 2005-05-19 10:28 PM

Well said, Tim.....my condolences.

Susan
Member Ascendant

since 2004-03-27

Posts 5104
walking the surreal

2 posted 2005-05-19 10:46 PM

your beautiful words touch my heart - and Chuck sounds to have been a blessing upon all those whom loved him - hugs to you and my condolences

susan

If I wander far enough, long enough, will I finally know . . .

Mysteria

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since 2001-03-07

Posts 18328
British Columbia, Canada

3 posted 2005-05-19 10:46 PM

Beautifully said Tim, and I am so sorry for your family's loss. It is heartwarming to know his wonderful life was so celebrated and I am sure will continue to be.

MorninGlory
Member

since 2003-08-30

Posts 175
Oklahoma

4 posted 2005-05-19 11:05 PM

You were truly blessed indeed. This is a beautiful tribute. As one who has recently lost a family member, I can say I know what it takes to pen something about the loss. Thank you for your words.

becky

Midnitesun

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since 2001-05-18

Posts 28647
Gaia

5 posted 2005-05-19 11:18 PM

What a wonderful way to honor this special person. My condolences to the family and friends.

Martie

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since 1999-09-21

Posts 28049
California

6 posted 2005-05-19 11:25 PM

Tim

I know you feel blessed by this friend, but also I am sure, he was blessed by you. I'm sorry for your loss.

SEA

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Member Seraphic

since 2000-01-18

Posts 22676
with you

7 posted 2005-05-19 11:37 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss...for your family...

passing shadows
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since 1999-08-26

Posts 45577
displaced

8 posted 2005-05-20 03:20 AM

sorry

Nan

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since 1999-05-20

Posts 21191
Cape Cod Massachusetts USA

9 posted 2005-05-20 08:01 AM

He continues to touch even more through your words, Tim. Thank you for another of your heartfelt poems. This one is a grand tribute to a special life...

Gentle Spirit
Member Patricius

since 2000-10-09

Posts 13989

10 posted 2005-05-20 08:58 AM

A beautiful tribute Tim. So very sorry for your families loss. Hugs.

Sunshine

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since 1999-06-25

Posts 63354
Listening to every heart

11 posted 2005-05-20 10:16 AM

God blessed his innocence, Tim...
Thank you so much for sharing
such a private, heart-felt man...

El_Campeador
Senior Member

since 2003-01-29

Posts 761
Ohio, USA

12 posted 2005-05-20 10:21 AM

He sounds like a very special person. May God bless all those who were left behind. Thank you for sharing this.

“We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best that we can find in our travels is an honest friend.” –Robert Louis Stevenson

Susan Caldwell
Member Rara Avis

since 2002-12-27

Posts 8348
Florida

13 posted 2005-05-20 12:15 PM

Tim,

I firmly believe we all have a purpose. People like your Chuck have the most wonderful purpose of all...

To remind us about pure unadultered love, honesty, and beauty. Beauty of self, surroundings and others.

How lucky you to not only have known him but also to have appreciated his gifts.

"too bad ignorance isn't painful"
~Unknown~

miscellanea
Member Elite

since 2004-06-24

Posts 4060
OH

14 posted 2005-05-20 12:37 PM

I send my condolences at the loss of your loved one. He sounds like a wonderful and very special man. I'm glad his friends and family were blessed with the extra gift of time.

miscellanea

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