Mike & Martha Barnes
Marilyn, Ruth, John & Martha,
We were so saddened to hear of Warren's passing and am sorry we will not be at services as we are out of town. We will miss him. Warren was more than just an employer--he was my friend and mentor starting as an undergraduate. Below is a sentiment which has always comforted me in trying times. I hope you will find solace in it.
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free
I am following the path God laid for me
I took his hand when I heard his call
I turned my back and left it all
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to work, or play
Tasks left undone must stay that way
I found that peace at the close of day
If my parting has left a void
Then fill it with remembered joy
A friendship showed, a laugh, a kiss
Ah yes, these things I too will miss
Be not burdened with time of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow
My life’s been full, I savored much
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief
Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief
Lift up your heart and share with me
God wanted me now he set me free
Thursday March 29, 2018 at 4:13 pm