In loving memory of our dad and grandfather, Clifford Malone, who passed away on July 4, 1994.

The angels gathered near your bed,

So very close to you;

For they knew the pain and suffering,

That you were going through.

I thought about so many things,

As I held tightly to your hand;

Oh, how I wished that you were strong,

And happy once again.

But your eyes were looking homeward,

To that place beyond the sky;

Where Jesus held His outstretched arms,

It was time to say goodbye.

I struggled with my selfish thoughts,

For I wanted you to stay;

So we could walk and talk again,

Like we did just yesterday.

But Jesus knew the answer,

And I knew He loved you so;

So I gave to you life’s greatest gift,

The gift of letting go.

Loved and missed —

Jim and Jill Malone

Stephanie and Jimmy Malone

 

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