Uncle Remus

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Oh, Uncle Remus. You went too soon. You and your family will always be in my prayers. 


God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be. 
So He put His arms around you and whispered "come to Me." 
With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away. 
Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay. 
A golden heart stopped beating, hardworking hands at rest. 
God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.

You were one of the greatest, kindest, and most selfless men I've ever known. Rest in peace 'col.

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  1. MomSunday, July 25, 2010

    Did your Auntie Rachel write that poem? It is so apt! Chel, if you're reading this, you've got talent, dear.
    Till we meet again, Remus! We love you very much. You will always be in our hearts and prayers.

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  2. Aimee CapinpuyanSunday, July 25, 2010

    Yeah, I got this from Auntie Rachel's facebook psot.

    Miss you, Uncle Noy!

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  3. dadFriday, July 30, 2010

    aunt rachel's facebook is psot?! hehehe

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