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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Garelick
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Adam Rosen
September 3, 2008
Bob Garelick was my grandfather, and often a larger than life presence. I knew him as a strong, determined man with a history of proud accomplishments and a pragmatic view of world events. We shared a bond and a political outlook. His later years were challenging, but he is now at peace, and we will all remember the strength, courage and wisdom he displayed over his long lifetime.
Harry Simpson
August 28, 2008
THE WATCH
This sailor has stood the watch
While some of us were in our bunks at night
This sailor stood the watch
While some of us were in school learning our trade
This shipmate stood the watch
Yes, even before some of us were born in this world
This shipmate stood the watch
In those years when the storm clouds of war were seen
This shipmate stood the watch
Many times he would cast an eye ashore and see
his family standing there
Needing his guidance and help
Needing that hand to hold during those hard times
But he still stood the watch
He stood the watch for many years
He stood the watch so that we, our families and
Our fellow countrymen could sleep soundly in
safety, each and every night
Knowing that a sailor stood the watch
Today we are here to say
"Shipmate...the watch stands relieved
Relieved by those you have trained, guided and lead
Shipmate - you stand relieved...we have the watch"
"Boatswain - Standby to pipe the side
Shipmate Going Ashore"
Thank you for your service to this nation.
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