IN LOVING MEMORY

With the Lord! What sweet release
Where joy ne’er ends and sorrows cease;
With our dear Saviour she’s found rest
And dwells forever with the blessed.

A faith that trusted Him each day;
A smile to brighten someone’s day;
A life of service for her Lord,
Resting secure upon His Word.

A faithful servant and dear friend;
A sweet memory that never ends;
Our sorrow is but for us alone
For Jesus has claimed her for His own,

And took her home to be with Him -
No pain is there nor shadow dim,
But all is light and peace and love
Where she now lives, in Heaven above.

a. franklin staples

May 16, 1989

Written in memory of Linda (Gilbert) Brewer, a former student and dear Christian friend, who died today, May 16, 1989, of cancer, after a long illness.