Gail Collins

To those I love and those who love me. 

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

I have so many things to see and do. 

You must not tie yourself to me with tears. 

Be happy that we had this many years I gave you my love. 

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

I thank you for the love you each have shown, but now it’s time I traveled alone. 

So, grieve awhile for me, if you must. 

Then let your grief be comforted by trust, its only a while 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 with 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 “Welcome Home” 

Written by Gail Collins 

(Gail Collins, 70, of Winona, passed away Sept. 25, 2024) 

(Services have already been held.) 

Always Faithful Memorial Services, West Plains www.alwaysfaithfulmemorialservices.com