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Samuel F. Pearson

Samuel Pearson Obituary

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28, formerly of Piqua died Wednesday, October 10, 2007 in the line of duty serving as a Specialist in the United States Army stationed in Bagdad. Funeral arrangements are pending through the Jamieson & Yannucci Funeral Home and are anticipated to be later next week. PEARSON, Samuel F.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Oct. 12, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Samuel Pearson

386 Entries

S Lewis

July 23, 2025

I commented many years ago and still think of your son all the time! He will live forever and i will always be sorry for your loss!

Jeff Brady

May 26, 2025

I was honored to sit next to Sam on the plane out of Columbus to Minneapolis where he was going for pre-deployment training. We talked the entire flight, and he helped me make the decision to take the job transfer and move to Columbus. Hearing about this death on the news hit me hard. Every year since, I remember Sam on Memorial Day. As long as I am alive you will never be forgotten - even if we only met once for a short time.

October 22, 2018

Sammy,

Missing you and loving you. You are so special.

Love,
xoxo
Mom

Lillian McLucas

October 9, 2018

Thinking about you and your family

Lawrence Kubbins (Kubby)

March 8, 2018

He is forever on my mind and in my heart.

Kubby
376 FMC, Det 7

Lillian McLucas

October 10, 2017

Thinking of your family today. I can't believe it's been 10 years since we met in that aid station in Iraq....Sam you are truly missed by many RIP SGT McLucas (RET Combat medic)

October 9, 2017

My Dear Sammy,

I will love you and your beautiful memory forever. Such an honor to be your mother.

Love, xoxo

mom

February 18, 2017

What a special night last night in your honor. Having known you, you would be embarrassed at all this attention but it's truly inspiring.
We'll carry you on. Until then...

Debbie Stein

January 30, 2017

Thinking of Sam today! It was such an honor to have known you and to know how much you blessed the lives of your Mother, Father and Siblings! You will always be in my memories. You were so loved by so many!!

December 9, 2016

Sammy,
Just thinking about you and missing you so much.

Love,

xoxo

mom

August 3, 2015

Sammy,
Just thinking of you and missing you terribly.
Love, xoxo
Mom

February 19, 2015

My Dear Son Sam,
You were denied the privilege of "growing old gracefully" but you died full of grace. A privilege many are denied.

My eternal love,

xoxo
Mom

September 18, 2014

My Dear Sam,
Happy Birthday! 35 years ago today - one of the sweetest days of my life! Thank you for letting me be your mom! Miss you.

xoxo
Love,
Mom

Anne Heater

May 18, 2014

I think of you often Sammy & miss tons. I got choked up when I heard about Jaime & John naming their baby boy after you. I know you're watching over them. Love you cous'.

Lillian McLucas

April 9, 2014

Dear Pearson Family,

Hope all is well I have been thinking about ya'll lately.. I have moved from Missouri to Pensacola Florida....as always ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.....Ret SGT Lillian McLucas

Scott Foster

April 6, 2014

As Memorial Day approaches this community still raises our heads high for the sacrifice that you made. Everybody knows your name and the people that knew you closely knows you wouldn't care! I told someone the story of Sam Pearson today! Not just about sacrifice, but about honesty, generosity, integrity, ect...Stories live on forever! It has been 7 years since I posted on this platform. To be honest I did not know it was still active, but I was sharing your story and came across it again. When I run on the bike path I frequently run to your memorial. I always feel at ease sitting on your bench while putting my life into perspective and putting my little troubles behind me. Now that's leaving a legacy! Miss you Sammy!

steve lewis

April 2, 2014

Its been over 6 years and i think of you everyday, I'm sorry i couldn't do more but i know your watching over your family and your a guardian over all its veterans down here. Thank You for all you've done sir

February 24, 2014

Dear Sammy, Jamie and John had their baby boy on Friday February 21 2014. We welcome another Baby Sam into our family. Please watch over him!

xoxo
Love,
Mom

December 26, 2013

Dear Sam,
Another Christmas without you. Thank you for the sweet memories you gave us.

xoxo
Love,
Mom

December 13, 2013

Lot of good memories of you and your family growing up there in piqua. Look over your family this holiday season. Always in our hearts and thoughts.

October 10, 2013

My Dear Son Sam,
Our world changed forever 6 years ago. I think of you constantly you are missed and loved so much. I am just so proud to be your mother.
xoxo
Love,
Mom

September 18, 2013

Happy Birthday Sam,
Your birth is still one of the sweetest memories I will ever have. Thank you for the privilege. I am so proud to say I am your mother.

xoxo
Love,
Mom

September 16, 2013

My Dear Sam,
I want to thank you for watching over us, I feel like some things have happened where you have helped us. I think of you constantly, my dear sweet son.

xoxo
Love,
Mom

May 9, 2013

My Dear Son,
I think of you constantly. I want to thank you for keeping a close eye on Andy...he returned to us safely last week. My Eternal Love is with you.

xoxo
Love,

Mom

April 24, 2013

I was thinking of you today. you will never be forgotten
lisa

February 19, 2013

My Dear Son Sam,
You were denied the privilege of "growing older gracefully" but you died full of grace. A privilege many are denied.

My eternal love,
xoxo
mom

December 22, 2012

Sammy, Merry Christmas! You are always on my mind. My dear sweet son.
Love,
xoxo
Mom

October 9, 2012

Sammy,
Five years ago you left this earth. I think of you constantly and say your name over and over to myself. Rest in peace my dear son, I know you are in heaven in the glory of God. Thank you for the privilege of being your mother.

xoxo
Love,
Mom

September 18, 2012

Sammy,
Happy Birthday....your birth was one of the sweetest days of my life.
xoxo,
Love,
mom

September 11, 2012

My dear son,
I think of you constantly. Your loss is so painful.
Today is the anniversay of 9/11 and it makes me think of how brave you were too.
Watch over Andy.

xoxo,
Love,
Mom

Patty Swofford

May 28, 2012

Thinking of you today Sam. Thank you for your courage. You are dearly missed.

Lillian McLucas

May 2, 2012

Dear Pearson family,

I am not really sure where to begin. My name is SGT McLucas, Lillian. I was the medic that 1st helped with the treatment of your son.

I can assure you that he was not in any pain and was not alone when he passed.

I am still caring this with me today trust me in 15 months i saw my fair share of wounded soldiers. But for what ever reason the death of your son hit me hard and has been very hard for me to accept that we did everything we could.

as the 5 year date approaches for this i have written a number of letters to ya'll but could never mail them . I just was not sure what to say.

if you would like to contact me my address is
Lillian McLucas
620 A Dover Lane
Rolla MO 65401

sincerely
SGT McLucas
Combat medic

February 8, 2012

Sam,

Just missing you.

xoxo,

Mom

January 11, 2012

My Dear Sam,
Your little sister was married on December 30, 2011.
We missed you so much at her wedding. Please watch over Laura and Brent.

xoxo,

Mom

October 11, 2011

Sam,
4 long years without you. I'll love you forever.

xoxo,

Mom

Peggy Childers

October 11, 2011

To the family and friends of Spc. Samuel F. Pearson:
Please accept my remembrance of Samuel on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.

Rhonda Kirkpatrick

October 10, 2011

Thinking of you and your family today. Thank You Samuel for your sacrifice. You will not be forgotten.

Nathan Rubenstein

October 9, 2011

.On Oct, 10th, 2007 .One of my best friends was lost his life in Operation Iraqi Freedom. His name was Samuel F. Pearson. Sam and another person were killed that day the other person was Staff Sgt. Lillian Clamens, 35, Lawton, Okla.
What I know about SSG. Clamens who served in the Army Reserve for 17 years, was a full-time postal worker, and served as an administrative clerk for the unit. She was married with three children. SSG. Clamens was to go home two days later. I never had the honor to meet her but from what I have read about her.
She was scheduled to be coming home for good on Oct, 12, 2007
“She was the type of person that was honest,” her niece Sierra Cobbin, of Omaha, “She never had a bad bone in her body. She did everything for her family. She was confident, strong and just a very down-to-earth person.” I think Sam and Lillian would have been very good friends if there would have had the chance to sit and talk...
Sam touched so many lives in a good way. I can say he never said a bad thing about anyone. He gives you anything you ever asked of him.
The thing about Sam that I will never forget is, when I had my first knee replacement done. Sam would come over and walk our dog for us, Debbie and I never even asked him to do this for us. He just did it on his own. To this day I have to say I never met a person that was so kind hearted as Sam was.
I have met and got to know Sam’s family there. I see were Sam got his good heart from. His mom and his dad are both very up standing and very loving and kind and Sam’s brothers and sister. Are just like Sam. I know there will be nothing that could replace the lost of a son, a brother or even a great friend. But now Sam has a few little nephews and nieces. That I know will be told about their Uncle Sam. And how good of a person he was
Sam I miss you and I will never forget you
Knowing Sam you and Lillian Clamens are watch down on all of us that known and loved you two.

Bryan Penny

October 7, 2011

Sam,
I see the love that your parents have for you and it breaks my heart to know that they miss you so much. I started an organization in your memory so that Americans will never forget people like you. Please know that even after 4 years of your early passing that I and others have not forgot you and we will never forget you and the service you paid to this nation. I pray alot for your family and I only hope that one day you will meet with them again in a better place. Rest in Piece HOOAH and God Bless you and your family

September 16, 2011

Sam, Happy Birthday xoxo Love Mom

July 13, 2011

Sam,
I miss you so much today. I say your name over and over everyday to myself. Today I feel intense grief, but my love and pride for you grows.

xoxo,
Love,
Mom

Patty Swofford

May 30, 2011

Thinking of you today Sam on this Memorial Day. Thank you for your service. We miss you and wish you were here.
Love Aunt Patty

May 27, 2011

My Dear Son,
We have been blessed with another grandchild Addison, please help protect her and guide her parents. Everyday I think of you constantly and
repeat your name to myself. I'll never forget you, I'll love you forever.

xoxo
Mom

March 28, 2011

My Dear Son,
Watch over and guide your brother Andy, he has chosen to follow in your footsteps. Protect your new niece Crista, she will never have the privilege of knowing you. Sam keep our family close as we try to understand.
xoxo,
Mom

January 3, 2011

My Son,

Another New Year begins without you. Rest in peace. We love you so much.

xoxo,
Mom

nathan Rubenstein

November 10, 2010

I think about you all the time my brother

Peggy Childers

October 10, 2010

To the family and friends of Spc. Samuel F. Pearson:
Remembering Samuel on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Rhonda Kirkpatrick

October 6, 2010

I have been thinking of you and your family the last few days. I know it is difficult every day and especially these days in Oct. Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rhonda Kirkpatrick
Mom of PFC David Kirkpatrick
KIA 4-27-07 Fallujah Iraq
"Without a Witness, They will Disappear"

October 5, 2010

My Dear Son Sam,
Everyday we struggle with the pain of your loss. It will soon be 3 years since you left this earth. Please watch over your brothers and sister and their families. Keep our family close as we try to understand.
xoxo
Love, Mom

September 20, 2010

My Dear Son,
We were all together to celebrate your 31st birthday. I see you in each of your brothers and sister. Their eyes share a sadness.
It so hard to go on without you.
It is so hard to understand. Please keep us close as we live our days on this earth. xoxo
Love, Mom

391st Mp Bn

May 31, 2010

You are always in our hearts and Prayers.

Kenneth Mackay

May 31, 2010

Your family is in my prayers on this Memorial Day. I served with your son at Camp Victory and was at his memorial in 2007. The world is a better place because of brave men who answer the call to serve.

Kubby

April 4, 2010

Sam,
It is coming up on 3 years since we met and built one of the strongest bonds complete strangers can ever have. Three months of constantly being together creates a place in a person that can never be filled by another. You have that place and it will never be filled. I carry you in my heart every day.

December 4, 2009

My Dear Son,
We miss you. Another holiday without your smiling face. You are so good and kind. Please guide our family through the holidays. Help us face the future. xoxo
Love, Mom

November 29, 2009

Sam
You are always in my heart and mind. I miss you.
Kubby

November 11, 2009

Sam you are remembered and honored on this Veterans Day. We miss you everyday.
Love Aunt Patty

October 19, 2009

My Dear Son,
Forever on our minds and hearts. So brave, good and kind. Thank you, xoxo

Love,
Mom

October 15, 2009

To The Pearson Family,
I just wanted you to know you have been in my thoughts and prayers. I know this is a difficult time for you and all your family. Thank You for raising a wonderful son who was willing to serve our country.
Rhonda Kirkpatrick
Mom of PFC David Austin Kirkpatrick
KIA 4-27-07

Susie Iacobucci

October 11, 2009

Sam,
Two years ago the world lost a truly incredible person..and it's not been the same since. You are missed and remembered daily!

Nathan Rubenstein

October 10, 2009

Sam
I just had to tell you "That you have not been forgotten " I will never forget my brother Sam

September 22, 2009

My Dear Son,
You are missed so much. We celebrated your 30th birthday on September 18. Thank you for letting me be your mother, an honor I will always cherish.
Love, mom

August 10, 2009

My Dear Son,
You are on my mind constantly. Thank you for the sweet, quiet soul you were on this earth. I try to honor you everyday.

Love, xoxo
Mom

July 28, 2009

We shall carry you with us in our memories forever, until then..

July 6, 2009

Sam, You will always be my dear son.
Thank you for the kindness you gave us on this earth and now send down from heaven.

xoxo, Mom

Lawrence Kubbins

June 29, 2009

Randy & Carolyn,
I still can not find the words to say. I still hope to wake up and find it a dream. You are both forever with me, as Sam "Pearse" is also. Please forgive me and accept my deepest sympathy.
Kubby

Kelly Y

May 25, 2009

Dear Sam, Thank you for everything you did for your country, you will be remembered and missed always.

Susie Iacobucci

May 25, 2009

To Sam and all those who gave all they had - an enormous Thank-You! You are remembered and missed Sam!

Patty Swofford

May 25, 2009

Thank you for your service Sam. We love you. We miss you.
Love Aunt Patty

March 10, 2009

My Dear Son,
Today marks seventeen months since you left this earth. We miss you and love you so much. You are thought of constantly.
Love, Mom

Bryan Penny

March 9, 2009

Let Us Not Forget Sam And All Of Our Fallen Soldiers, You Will Forever Be Remebered For Your Service And Sacrifice. May God Be With You And Your Family.
I Started Freedom Fighters In July Of 2008 In Memory Of Sam And Our Fallen Soldiers. Please Visit Us At: www.freewebs.com/cta
We Will Be Holding Another Fundraiser This June Please Support Our Military Men And Women Both Past And Present.

steven lewis

February 13, 2009

I did not know SPC Pearson but that night will live with me forever i was the first of 2 responders to him...i send my condolences and sorrow for your loss of a great man who was cared for so much by everyone that could get to him...my prayers are always with him and his family. I wish i could have done more to bring your heroic son back to his family!
SGT Lewis, Steven

Scott Karr

January 8, 2009

Sam
God bless you. To Sam's family, I pray you have peace, I whish I could say more.
Your former Team mate and brother
in arms,
SSG Scott Karr
U.S. Army
Otterbein College Football #6

December 16, 2008

My Dear Son, Thank you for 28 years of life on this earth with you.
Everyday, I learn from your goodness.

love,
mom

Kenna Larra

December 10, 2008

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Sincerely,
Kenna

November 12, 2008

To Sam our fallen hero, you are missed so much by your family and friends.

Love Aunt Patty

Nathan Rubenstein

October 31, 2008

Sam
There not a day that i do not think of you my freind , I miss you alot, Its been hard the last few weeks , I just been thinking about you . You are missed so much

Christian Sulit

October 10, 2008

I had written SPC Samuel Pearson's name in my notebook along with many other names of wounded personnel on that night as I tried to take account of all who went down from the attack. I know that no words of regret and sorrow can ease your family's grief for the loss of a great and young patriot. But I can tell you on that night, Sam was cared for by many of his fellow soldiers. I saw at least 15 people around him, tending to his wounds, encouraging him, accompanying him on the ambulance- officers, enlisted, it didn't matter; he was a soldier that needed help and love that soldiers understand. No words of mine will ease what you have experienced, but I hope you know that Samuel was surrounded by caring, hope,and love that night a year ago. My utmost condolences and respect go to you and your family.

In Memory of Samuel ~ (Debra Estep)

Debra Estep - Aleandri

October 10, 2008

Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Wind on The Downs

“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”

(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )

Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….

“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”

I did not know Sam, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !

~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~

The Other Side

i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.

can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.

i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side

the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.

i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.

Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)

“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008

The Other Side –
(To hear the song)
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol

Sincerely,

Deb
Proud Air Force Mom SSgt Vince – Lackland AFB
Proud Air Force MIL SrA Dana – Randolph AFB

Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55

Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
http://tinyurl.com/6gey8b

.

Jim Graham

October 7, 2008

Thinking of Sam, the family, and the love that they have given this world...it's definitely a better place because of the Pearson spirit! God Bless Sam & America.

Peggy Childers

October 5, 2008

To the family of Spc. Samuel F. Pearson:
Samuel gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org

Uncle Chuck

October 3, 2008

Sam, thinking about you, your family, and your cousins who are with you now. It's been almost a year and you are still in our hearts and will be forever.

Cyndi Cianciolo

September 24, 2008

Carolyn and Randi,
As I pass Sams grave I say a prayer
for all of you. There will always be
a special place in my heart for all of you. Happy Birthday Sam, your memory is etched forever etched in many hearts. The Cianciolos

mom

September 19, 2008

Sam, Words cannot express how much we love you and miss you.
"You blazed through this life and left nothing but goodness."
Thank you for being a wonderful son. Love, Mom and Dad

Samuel Pearson

September 18, 2008

Hello. Although I never knew you, we share the exact same name. I am also Samuel Pearson. Rest in Peace...

Susie Iacobucci

September 18, 2008

Happy birthday Sam - You are missed and remembered every day.

Shaun Sehgal & Danielle Poehler

August 11, 2008

Sam is a friend we will always miss. We're proud and honored to have known him.

missy hilleary

July 23, 2008

As I walked through forest Hill,
I stopped to honor Sam pearson.
Even as time has went by I am truly
saddened by your loss. Piqua is so lucky to have had such a hero.
To his mom and dad,
job well done!
God bless all of you.

Rhonda Kirkpatrick

July 6, 2008

Thank You SPC Sam Pearson. It is because of you we have the opportunity to celebrate the birthday of our great nation. You gave your life and we are all grateful to you and your family.
Thank You for your sacrifice. We will never forget.
Rhonda Kirkpatrick
Mom of PFC David Kirkpatrick
K.I.A. 4-27-07

July 4, 2008

You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Pearson!

mom

June 23, 2008

Sam, I miss you everyday so much.
Thank you for being a wonderful son. I feel honored to be your mother.
Love, mom

Patty Swofford

May 26, 2008

Thank you for your service Sam. We were not ready for the good Lord to take you so soon. You are missed so much by your family and friends.

Alyssa Mc.

May 25, 2008

This Memorial Day, I want to honor my 2nd cousin's son, Sam. I remember him from whe I was little; he was real nice and sweet. I'm so thankful for what he did for his family, his friends, and his country. Thank you, Sam!

Rhonda Kirkpatrick

January 14, 2008

The Family of SPC. Samuel F. Pearson
I didn't have the honor of meeting Samuel, but I was honored to be able to meet his parents at a TAPS meeting at Ft. Campbell, Ky. this weekend.
I can tell from our short visit what kind of young man he was. He was a great soldier and hero to lay down his life for all of us. I pray that you will find comfort and peace from your memories of Samuel and knowing what a hero he was.
I love the smile on his face. Our son David smiled too in his picture. You can tell they are so proud.

The Family of PFC David Austin Kirkpatrick
K.I.A. April 27, 2007

Steve Crist

December 20, 2007

Sam's memory will live with us forever.

Tom Gugliuzza-Smith

November 8, 2007

My heartfelt sympathy to the Pearson family in the loss of Samuel. I did not know Samuel, but my heart is broken and I am saddened for your loss of such a fine young person and hero. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. My heart was touched by the many wonderful/beautiful things written about you. Samuel you are my hero and you will NEVER be forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from the most inner part of my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom

"To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~

Luke Boening

November 4, 2007

I am sorry for your loss and wish to offer my condolences to your family.

I am stationed in Balad, Iraq with the U.S. Army. My unit, the 336th Finance Management Center, deployed with the 376th Finance about the same time (late May through late August, 2007). I did not know SPC Pearson personally but was scheduled to visit the office where he worked at Camp Victory.

The community of finance soldiers is small, and I knew I must have met him in a hallway at our training building. We met at Fort McCoy at the field training site or at the dining facility.

I was stunned to learn of his death. A couple of days after his death, at 4:00 A.M., I had a vivid memory of him at Fort McCoy. He had appeared to me in a dream.

Samuel is not forgotten by his fellow soldiers.

MSG Luke Boening

gemma samaroo

November 2, 2007

To the family of Samuel Pearson: Please accept my sympathy and prayers. I am the mother-in-law of Lillian Clamens who died along with your son on that fateful day. My 7yr old grandaughter asked the priest "Why don't we get two chances to live?" and he answered "We do", because Sam and Lillian are both living in heaven (their second chance). I hope this brings some solace to your family. Your son is truly a hero and an example to all. God Bless you all.

November 2, 2007

Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Pearson and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! It is especially sad to lose a fellow member of the Buckeye state. May God bless all of you!!

Debbie Thompson

October 30, 2007

I still can barely mention or hear Sam's name without crying. This for a man I never met or never knew. Not only am I grateful for what Sam stood for, accomplished and gave, but also for keeping our humanity alive for one another. Thank you Pearson Family for sharing your family member with us. He is forever American's Son.
God bless and keep each of you in His tender mercy and care.

Cindy Greene proud mother of Sgt. Jeremy R. Greene kia 4/28/07

October 30, 2007

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
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