To those I love and those who love me,
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 thankful for our 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 for me a while, if grieve you must.
Then let your grief be comforted in trust.
It's only for a time, that we must part,
So cherish the memories locked 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 cannot see me or touch me.
I'll be near, so listen with your heart.
You'll hear all my love around,
soft and clear,
and when you must come this way alone,
I'll be there to greet you with a smile and say
"WELCOME HOME".