February 21, 2013, Heaven welcomed one of the most beautiful, influential women in my life. My grandmother, who I loving call Grammie, went home to Heaven. She was due to turn 91 on March 7. As much as it hurts, it is a blessing to know that she is now living pain free, free from Alzheimer's and with her Savior that she has always adored. As we prepare to have our service later this coming week to say our final good byes I have composed something to illustrate just what Grammie meant to me. May the legacy she left behind remain in our hearts forever. I love you Grammie. Goldie as her children and friends would call her.
Goldie Burk(March 7, 1922-Feb 21, 2013)
Grammie Has Gone Home
Years ago The Lord brought into my life
a very special lady who was loving and kind
who taught me kindness and unconditional love
At a time when i hadn't known
just which family to call my own
Her words were gentle and inspiring
Her ears listening quietly to the music I did make
even when it would make the earth shake
I knew it then and i know it now
right from the start her love for me was true
She prayed as her days went by
for blessings on my siblings and I
We felt it all the time especially when
She baked us yummy treats
Like the best blueberry pie
Gracious and loving
caRing and sweet
Always abiding by the Lord’s word
Memorable moments have been planted in her mind
Many she's locked
Inside heart as she eagerly awaited
Eternal happiness with her Saviour!
Her time here on Earth has been long and full
The blessings she leaves behind are wonderful
Amazing care to her family she gave so well
Each of us with different memories and stories to tell
of this amazing woman we call Gram
Even though, I'm sad to see you leave
Grammie dear, I truly do believe
I'll meet you again one day
where we can again play
all the games and rhymes we would do
The lessons of life I learned from you
Will forever stay with me
Worry not for those you leave behind
for The Lord has a plan for them in mind
It's been a long and weary journey
and now Grammie,
you are in the best place you can be.
Enjoy yourself and be at peace.
I love you and miss you.
Goldie Burk(March 7, 1922-Feb 21, 2013)
a very special lady who was loving and kind
who taught me kindness and unconditional love
At a time when i hadn't known
just which family to call my own
Her words were gentle and inspiring
Her ears listening quietly to the music I did make
even when it would make the earth shake
right from the start her love for me was true
She prayed as her days went by
for blessings on my siblings and I
We felt it all the time especially when
She baked us yummy treats
Like the best blueberry pie
caRing and sweet
Always abiding by the Lord’s word
Memorable moments have been planted in her mind
Many she's locked
Inside heart as she eagerly awaited
Eternal happiness with her Saviour!
The blessings she leaves behind are wonderful
Amazing care to her family she gave so well
Each of us with different memories and stories to tell
of this amazing woman we call Gram
Grammie dear, I truly do believe
I'll meet you again one day
where we can again play
all the games and rhymes we would do
The lessons of life I learned from you
Will forever stay with me
for The Lord has a plan for them in mind
It's been a long and weary journey
and now Grammie,
you are in the best place you can be.
Enjoy yourself and be at peace.
I love you and miss you.
Lovely thoughts put to poetry. Sorry for your loss. Prayers for God's comfort, peace and love for you and your whole family. xoxox Liz
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