In loving memory of our beloved husband and father, Donald "Moose" Hepler

who passed away one year ago on June 11th.

Today recalls sad memories,

Of a husband dear, gone to rest,

And the ones who think of him today

Are the ones who loved him best.

Midnight stars gleaming on a lonely grave

Where sleeping, but not dreaming,

Lies the one we could not save.

In dreams we see his dear sweet face

And kiss his cold, cold brow,

And whisper as we loved him then,

We love his memory now.

We think of him in silence

No eyes can see us weep,

But still within our aching hearts

His memory we shall keep.

He bade none a last farewell,

He said goodbye to none,

The heavenly gates had opened,

A lovely voice said, "Come."

And with farewell unspoken

He gently entered home.

Our dear one sleeps in silence

We would not disturb his rest.

Sad and lonely are the hearts

Of those who loved him best.

His helping hand was always first

To render any aid he could;

His voice was always raised in praise,

His words were wise and good.

Dear father, since you've gone away

The ones you loved so true,

Try hard to carry on the way,

We know you'd want us to.