Fly High,Edward Ebbs

Dear PoetrySoup friends,

I haven’t been around much lately, but when something touches one of our own, it hits deep. A few hours ago, Ed Ebbs ’s wife shared the sad news of his passing. My heart is heavy. Ed wasn’t just a talented poet, but a devoted family man, a gentleman, and a kind soul, always faithful to his beliefs.

Let’s take a moment to visit his poetry, honour him, or say a prayer for him and his loved ones.

.Ed Ebbs:

He lived with kindness, grace, and care,
A faithful heart, so rich, so rare.
His words will linger, soft and true,
A gentle soul, we’ll not forget you.

In quiet strength, he led the way,
A beacon bright, both night and day.
His legacy, in every line,
A lasting gift, pure and divine.

Now joined with angels up above,
He rests in peace, surrounded by love.



With sympathy,
Charma
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Peranteau Avatar
May 22, 2026 at 10:59 PM
so, i don't mean to trouble you with another comment on this write, no need to reply again, 99% uv the pneuma here on thuh soup don't comment on my writes or respond to my comments anyway, so i'm callous to it; i thought it wuz about my avant garde writes, yet recently someone hosted a contest that blew me away how sexually explicit so many uv the in-crowd poets spoke in their attempts to earn a win...lol...and i wouldn't dare write az thoze writers...lol..anywho, this write here uv yourz, i believe, needz to be listed as; "elegy" ')
Loving Iii Avatar
July 29, 2025 at 9:32 AM
I read like the first time. with all new meaning. I have no wife to tell of my passing. But it feels like any day some days. I only hope someone writes of me this way. It was so very sweet. And I'm proud of you my friend to have writen this. Today I am more in touch with God than I am with the soup. AI has nothing on God.
Chircop Avatar
October 25, 2025 at 1:40 AM
I will,if I don't leave this world before you.I can undersrand busy too..I wish you lovelg fillwd busy days.My days are quite busy too,my in-law and grandma now are both in a home,so I visit as often as I can,and Christina my duaghter turned 13,and needs me too,but yes everynow and then PS keeps calling me home.??
Man Avatar
May 14, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Your heart radiates kindness, value, and respect in every word. It's refreshing to see an old friend who still radiates with love. Blessings!
Chircop Avatar
October 25, 2025 at 1:44 AM
Thankyou so much for reading.I've been very busy but I miss PS,and everynow and then I feel the urge to pop in to scribble some lines,and read beautiful poetry.I read some of yours too,but somehow I can't leave a comment.
Peranteau Avatar
May 6, 2025 at 10:12 PM
your tribute iz kind likewise uplifting for the souls who admired his great gift uv write to thuh many here on thuh Soup and visitors....much love
Loving Iii Avatar
May 3, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Never knew who he was . But this points me in his direction. But the piece was an honor to behold. I'm rarely here now, my job has me busy. But i still look up old friends like you. If anything to thank you for this piece.
Dietrich Avatar
April 16, 2025 at 1:57 PM
I am so sorry to hear of this . I had no idea. Thanks so much for letting us know, dear.
Chircop Avatar
April 23, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Yes, I'm so sorry too Dear Andrea,so sad.
Allison Avatar
April 15, 2025 at 3:44 PM
oh gosh Charma I only had a soup mail from Ed on 2nd April I am so sad to read this news:-( hugs jan xx
Chircop Avatar
April 23, 2025 at 1:37 PM
Oh..I.I was shocked when i heard the news..it seemed to have happened instantly..I'm glad you got to contact through mail Dear..Hope you are doing fine.x
Empress Avatar
April 15, 2025 at 6:50 AM
My heart hurts, sigh, may his soul rest in peace and poetic light, sending his loved ones my deepest condolences. I remember him, a very supportive, kind, humble poet that sponsored contests too and inspired so many to flaunt their poetic skills too! Youve written a very thoughtful sincere and heartfelt elegy . I am in tears! I wish his family strength during this difficult time. Sending you also light
Chircop Avatar
April 15, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Oh yes He was..My heart is heavy too.Sending hugs
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