For someone loved and lost,
A man so beloved, so dear.
Together aching, today we grieve,
A scar on our hearts for each fallen tear.
With a loss so great,
Unknown if time can and will heal.
Only sadness and confusion
This very present we feel.
Even though sorrow weighs
Heavy in our hearts,
With us he is still, watching
Over us closely, not far apart.
Blessed are we, been a part of his life,
Today we come together, our gift to give.
Fondly our hearts will smile,
Celebrating the life that he lived.
Yong was effortlessly thoughtful,
His face glowed admiring his sons.
Ever kind to others, without hesitation
Giving his last pork bun.
Yong could be stubborn, modest and proud,
Unconditional his love not expressed as in spoken; that could be heard.
To witness the love and respect for his wife, love for family and friends,
Those close knew his actions spoke louder than words.
Moments stoic and stern were quick to pass,
Children could easily light up his day.
Yong remained forever giving to others,
Truly selfless in each and every way.
Warm was his smile,
With his Grandkids in his sight.
Constantly stocking the pantry,
With all the sweets that they liked.
Ever mindful of those around him,
He'd give, at the least offer, the shirt from his back.
Sacrificing what he enjoyed, like pork crackle given to his son,
Not fussed that then he in turn lacked.
Yong's greatest satisfaction achieved
From other people's enjoyment,
Whether it be car parts, fancy running shoes,
Wonton soup, or drunken wedding moments.
As long as you were smiling,
And having a good time,
You could be sure he was too, teethy his friendly grin,
Now forever imprinted in our minds.
Never complaining once, even during his taxing last days,
He would always have strength enough for his smile to prevail.
A sense of peace and fulfillment filled his room,
Even when the ship to take him on his new journey was bound to set sail.
Still the air of the night, starlit was the sky,
Endless the quiet as time neared upon that fateful day.
We still felt him with us, filling our void, sensed his smile, without regret,
Bringing us together, how he wanted it ... Ending his way.
"That'll do son", "That'll do", he said his final farewell
Without a doubt being greeted with open arms up there.
Life and time will too pass us by, for us who remain.
Rest assured he'll be waiting, his time to welcome us, say hello, and
Ready he'll guide us, lovingly, knowingly, to our next lives,
Apart no longer, finally we'll be together, again.
17th October, 1939 - 22nd December, 2009
Rest In Peace Yong
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