Look up at heaven a new star is born
It`s heaven`s gain while we must mourn,
The star is Vi and she shines so bright
She gained her wings and she took flight.
I knew Vi for quite a few years
So it`s hard for me to hold back the tears,
She was always very dear to me
And not just someone I looked after you see.
Vi knew her fate yet she remained strong
Although she knew she didn`t have long,
No moans or cries of `it isn`t fair` To sleep and not wake up was her prayer.
Vi`s life was not without great sorrow
How she got through it I`ll never know,
She knew a lot of heartache and pain
Not just once but over and over again.
My heart is heavy knowing you are gone
But you my friend are second to none,
We used to talk and laugh a while
And I always left you with a smile.
Watching her die was so hard to bear
It was me who said `life isn`t fair`,
I know we live and are born to die
But it`s not easy to say goodbye.
I will miss you Vi without a doubt
And for me today a light went out,
From your pain you have found a release
Goodnight, God bless may you rest in peace.
27TH April, 1931 - 27TH February, 2015
Aged 83 Years.