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The Last Mile
by Mary E Lacey Desertrat → (All Poetry by Mary E Lacey Desertrat)
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Good-bye to a dear friend

 

A man no one could ever dislike
His silly antics and love of life
could make the saddest man smile

Not once did he put any human
being down. There were no harsh words
that ever came from the lips of this
delightful clown.
We all worked together, and it would
soon be time for him to retire. He had planned
this many years ago, and often remarked,
“C’mon 2009!”
But he had a more serious side. Part of
the reason he resonated so much joy was
because he walked so closely with the Lord.
The Lord had blessed him with a beautiful
voice which he used to tell of God's love. 
People would listen to this Irish tenor.
An angelic voice from above.

The year 2009 he would not retire; this
would never be.  For very suddenly,
on that fateful day; the Lord said,
"My child, come with me"
Life is a fragile thing. No one knows when
it’s their turn to go. And why God took
him at the very time is something we’ll never know.
We’ll miss you dearly, our brother, our
friend, especially your winning smile.
But we know you’ll be okay, when with
the Lord... you walk that last mile.
In loving memory of Robert J. Ledet  
1952-2009
 

 

 

 


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 Reviews of "The Last Mile"
Reviewed by Jon Willey
Reviewed on February 26, 2009
those of great faith and love of God always have that special aura of joy about them -- and many leave us at relatively early ages -- I lost such a Christian friend last summer -- he was the light that shone in the darkest night -- his laughter would take the gloom away from grief -- I miss him too - this is a wonderfully heart felt tribute to your friend -- much love and peace to you my friend JMW

Reviewed on February 25, 2009
Hello Mary,

A great and moving tribute to a friend. I am blessed.

Thank you Mary.

Reviewed by Edwin Hurdle
Reviewed on February 24, 2009
A touching tribute to your friend.God bless you and take care of yourself

Edwin

Reviewed by Dawn Anderson
Reviewed on February 23, 2009
You have written such a beautiful tribute here.

Reviewed by Tinka Boukes
Reviewed on February 22, 2009
Most touching tribute...for some reason before I even moved to the next stanza...I just knew for some reason his retirement would be MORE toward Heaven...than spending more time here!!

Maybe he had a feeling that he would retire by the side of GOD!!

Love Tinka

Reviewed by Swan Son
Reviewed on February 22, 2009
What a beautiful tribute to your dear friend .... and a thought-provoking reminder to all of us ... as we never know when we will be walking that last mile to the Lord. Susan

Reviewed on February 22, 2009
Mary~!

Beautifully written tribute - my sincere condolences!!


Blessings,

Lance

Reviewed by Georg Mateos
Reviewed on February 22, 2009
This is not a moment to be sad but to remember all the good moments Robert gave, no sadness when one knows that now he can sing in the presence of God, this is an occasion to send a thankful prayer home.

Georg


Reviewed by Mr. Ed
Reviewed on February 22, 2009
No one knows when
it’s their turn to go. And why God took
him at the very time is something we’ll never know.

How so very sadly true, and my deepest sympathies on the loss of your friend, Mary.

Reviewed by Jeanette Cooper
Reviewed on February 22, 2009
A gracious and loving tribute. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless.

Reviewed by Carin Spirit
Reviewed on February 21, 2009
A beautiful tribute! Sorry for the sad and tragic loss, so young. Be Well Mary. Warmth and Love to you, Carin'

Reviewed by Paul Berube
Reviewed on February 21, 2009
Great tribute for a wonderful man I'm sure. Sorry for your loss my friend. God bless.

Reviewed by John Flanagan
Reviewed on February 21, 2009
Mary,
My condolences on the loss of your friend, Robert.
John

Reviewed by Susan Smith
Reviewed on February 21, 2009
My condolences to your loss of your friend for a little while. You will see him again. Meanwhile, you gave him a priceless gift with your poem in honor of his life. Susan

Reviewed by Cindy Tuttle
Reviewed on February 21, 2009
Mary, such a loving poem. I am sure that even though he died that he hears this prayer, this poem.Your respect and love for him shows through.

With Love,
Cindy


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