Good-by gentle angel – Dear sweet mother of mine

You know that you’ll be missed – But we knew that it was time

We never heard you complain – When sometimes your life was rough

Though kind soul, through and through – Ree Dauphin could also be tough!!

You cared about your children – As any mother would

I recall some of your sacrifices – You made in our childhood

Hard work never phased you – And hard work was your trademark

A farmers wife and schoolteacher – With eyes that kept their spark!!

You served your lord and master – Never doubting the Power on High

When we kids would get in trouble – You’d just pray harder, with a sigh

Your favorite book was

the "Messiah" – And you were always quick to say

"Come on, you need to read it" – And each person would obey!!

You had your friends at Woodcrest – And also Catholic Eldercare

Your belief in the Holy Power – Gave you strength and made you aware

You told us what you wanted – And made it easy on each child

Though your memory got a little hazy – Your spirit was reconciled!!

I told you in the final days – What a great Mom you were to me

And how much I really loved you – Before your spirit was set free

All your children said good-bye – And grandchildren here in town

You gave us all that trademark smile – For you didn’t know how to frown!!

Richard’s playing the organ – As we celebrate your wonderful Soul

Joan picked out the music – Neal and Ed each had a role

You left a wonderful legacy – And you stood out in the crowd

Ma, you had a lot of friends – Your memory, makes us proud!!

Here’s the poem you requested – Written with all my love

You’ll be in my thoughts always – Till we meet again, above

For Souls that travel together – Have a never breaking bond