When I am gone, release me and let me go,

I have so many things to see and do,

You mustn't tie yourself to me with tears.

Be happy that we had so many beautiful years

I gave to you my love,

You can only guess how much you gave me in happiness.

I thank you for the love you each have shown,

But, now it's time I travel alone.

So, grieve awhile for me, if grieve you must,

Then let your grief be comforted by trust;

It's only for awhile that we must part.

So, bless the memories within your heart.

I won't be far away, for life goes on.

So, if you need me, call and I will come.

Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near.

And if you listen within your heart you'll hear

All my love around you soft and clear.

And, then, when you must come this way alone

I'll greet you with a smile and say "Welcome Home."

Author Unknown

(Submitted by Pat Tompkins in memory of George Reagan Center)