I do not know what to do or say, 

I am at a complete loss.

Suddenly this man is gone, 

this father, son, this boss.

I feel this sudden, sinking feeling,

I know it MUST be grief.

This man is gone, this father,

this loving partner,  this chief.

I must continue on, 

Live through the tears.

Hold on to memories, 

Chase away all fears.

these memories are all we have, 

when a loved one passes on. 

a lesson to cherish each moment, 

before we are all gone.

my uncle, Dad's brother, 

this captain at sea

steer and captain that boat, 

as you glide through heaven in harmony.

farewell.