A gallant overtaking
But one you held in grace,
A fight, long and painstaking
The battle you embraced
A pillar of such courage
An angel without wings
You were never discouraged
By the hardships life could bring.

You rose to bring awareness
When mere words were not enough
You paved the way in fairness
Even when the roads were tough
You saw need for improvement
And in love, you took a stand
That shall be a lasting movement
As we harbor your command.

We shall carry on your mission
And together, we will fight
With strong will and composition
For the cause you brought to light
Your memory shall form a beacon
In the lives that you have blessed –
A lasting flame to never weaken
For a champion at rest.

© 2006 – Jill Eisnaugle’s Poetry Collection