A New Perspective

I heard a shot, but felt no pain
The bullet from a man "insane."
Then a soft voice whispered in my ear
"Come with me son, have no fear."

I saw the tears streaming down your faces
Flags at half-mast, friends in embraces.
I saw sashes on pins; I heard the bagpipes
And on my Brothers' badges, thin black stripes.

It's hard to leave each of you and everything I've know
But my work here is done; The Lord called me home.
So now when you think of me, think good thoughts
It's ok to talk to me, and miss me a lot.

Hold tight to the memories of the man you once knew.
Your faith in those memories will help see you through.
And if ever you need me, close your eyes and you'll see
I'm here in your heart, and alive in you memory.

In memory of my brother-in-law and friend Deputy Jason Schwenz
(January 18, 1973 to February 13, 2001)
Who gave his life in the service of his fellow man.

Marianne Schwenz