My father, my hero, my teacher, my guide,
All the things that you taught me securely abide
Within all I think, all I say, all I do
I'm so proud to say that I'm descended from you.

Gone beyond pain, beyond loss, beyond sorrow,
My memories of you help me face each tomorrow.
Your body is gone, no longer constraining,
Your spirit is free now beyond all restraining.

What dreams are you dreaming, what thoughts wondering?
When next I see you oh what we'll be discussing!
Until then no matter what life sends my way,
Your guidance and love are just a memory away.