Dennis Ponder

Fourteen years, my closest friend

I never thought our time would end

You worked so hard with two strong hands

A dedicated, loving man

You passed so suddenly beside me

It's a moment I can't erase

But I let your memory guide me

To a quiet and peaceful place

Dennis, I wish I could see you just one more time

To hold your hand and know you're doing fine

You gave this family all your heart and soul

There is nothing you wouldn't do, I know

Now you're looking after me from up above

Leaving me surrounded by your love

You had your fierce and stubborn side

But mostly joy you couldn't hide

I cherish every memory we had

I hold onto the good and the bad

You were the one I could laugh and cry with

As the seasons and years unfold

You lived to tell stories over and over

And I listened to every one told

Dennis, I wish I could see you just one more time

To hold your hand and know you're doing fine

You gave this family all your heart and soul

There is nothing you wouldn't do, I know

Now you're looking after me from up above

Leaving me surrounded by your love

Thirteen grandchildren carry your light

Two great-grandbabies shining so bright

And though I am weeping because we're apart

Two granddaughters in heaven are holding your heart

Dennis, I wish I could see you just one more time

To hold your hand and know you're doing fine

You gave this family all your heart and soul

There is nothing you wouldn't do, I know

Now you're looking after me from up above

I will always listen for you, my love