Happy Father's Day To My Late Son Rob

Happy Father’s Day to my Late Son Rob

My son, my sweet son, you now are at rest.
Of all fathers my son, you were the best!
Your son emulates you the best he can.
You taught him how to become a great man.

Almost twenty years you shared with your wife,
With family love you lived a great life.
Organs you donate will help others live,
A legacy you unselfishly give.

I am proud of you son, as you take part,
Some fortunate soul will live with your heart. 
You tried to live and put up a great fight.
As you depart and go into the light,

Your sisters will miss you, you helped each one. 
You were a great brother, my precious son.
You were only with us forty four years.
You’ll be remembered with love not our tears.

June 1, 2021

I wish all you Father’s a very Happy Father’s Day!

*This poem was written for my late son Rob who 
had a severe stroke and was pronounced brain dead on 
May 29, 2021.  He saved over 6 lives by donating his 
organs. Rob leaves behind my eleven year old grandson
Brody, and his wife Akiko. I want to thank each of you 
who prayed for my son to recover. Thank you all for your 
kind condolences.The love sent from my poetic family has 
helped me greatly.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2021

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Oloye Avatar
April 9, 2022 at 4:48 AM
This gave me mixed feeling Strength derived from the good memories left by a late son. U must have forged him into a great man, which he replicated in his son. Great work you did ??
Marcum Wong Avatar
April 10, 2022 at 3:29 AM
He is missed by all of us. Not a day goes by without thoughts of him and my late husband who died less than a year before him. Thank you very much. Blessings xxoo
Vangaveti Avatar
February 15, 2022 at 11:03 AM
By donating his organs, isn't he still alive? Hats off to your son, for, he knows how to live and love after breathing his last. Remember him, not with tears but with pride!! He is a sunshine to many!
Marcum Wong Avatar
February 15, 2022 at 11:44 AM
Yes, I know how grateful I would be if it were the other way around and my son was dying and someone donated an organ to keep him alive, so those thoughts stay with me. Thank you Swetha. A blind man can see and they took his bone marrow. They even took his blood as he was not vaccinated. I appreciate your sweet comment. Blessings xxoo
Lindley Avatar
December 5, 2021 at 12:44 PM
My dear friend, tragedy has entered your life- I pray that God's mercy and love sustains you through these dark times. Sometimes it seems the whole world falls on our shoulders- prayer and faith are the only things that can aid us then-save us then. May God bless you abundantly and gift you peace..
Gaul Avatar
November 25, 2021 at 10:48 AM
Nothing can be said to fill this void, for it can only be filled with other love. Loss of a child must be a great loss but losing one so obviously kind is resounding to the collective. In a odd way, it can pull ones closer together. There is goodness in this world. Thanks for this piece Connie, there is much to reflect on.
Ball Avatar
October 25, 2021 at 6:14 AM
God Bless my friend. Words fail. JB
Sangster - K Avatar
October 11, 2021 at 10:38 PM
A very beautiful and touching tribute to your son. Hugs from me xoxoxo
Lamoureux Avatar
October 10, 2021 at 12:36 PM
It was good to read this one again. My spirit is lifted by your lovely remembrance of your son. It sounds like he lived his life well. How are you doing?
Dietrich Avatar
October 4, 2021 at 2:16 PM
still waiting to see a new poem, dear. I do hope Mike's son is better and better?? It is so good you have your husband looking after you from above.
Proxenos Avatar
October 3, 2021 at 10:35 AM
Connie, you are so brave, the best wife and mother any husband or son could ever wish to have and it is with great sadness that I read your loving poem to your late beloved son. Why we lost touch why I do not know, but this I do know he is the brightest star in the moonlit sky. My love and best wishes to you Connie my friend. Jennifer
Mcintosh Avatar
September 30, 2021 at 3:08 PM
This is beautiful and I know your son would appreciate its hopeful message. It's uplifting and filled with grace, light and peace...May the Lord Jesus comfort you and fill you with strength and serenity. I'm so sorry for your loss, dear friend... So so sad. God bless you. Love, Gina
Oloye Avatar
April 9, 2022 at 4:49 AM
Amen I felt touched
Leffanta Avatar
September 17, 2021 at 9:49 AM
Saw the Connie Wong obituary in the newspaper this morning and was happy to read it wasn't you! Take care, and WRITE!
Watt Avatar
September 15, 2021 at 10:53 PM
Beautifully worded, dear Connie, and a fitting tribute to your son. Though you have been through so much, your words focus on the positive and uplifting elements; his gifts of vital organs, his love for his family, and his son walking in his footsteps. Blessings to you ~ John
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September 9, 2021 at 5:05 AM
Dear Ms. Connie, I am deeply saddened to hear of so many personal and overwhelming tragedies that you have had to weather. I am not always attune to what is going on with other souper's and saw your recent request for prayers which I will heed. God Bless you and yours. Nancy
George   Avatar
September 9, 2021 at 4:50 AM
Dear Connie, I am still wiping the tears from my eyes. I just want to wrap you in a blanket of love. Right now, I am finding it very hard to express in words what I want to say to you.
Yvonne Avatar
September 7, 2021 at 5:40 PM
Breaks my heart Connie. There are no words. You have my love. You touch my tender soul.
Kulkarni Avatar
September 7, 2021 at 11:44 AM
I'm very sorry for your loss Connie! Your son, Rob has shown a role modelling example of kindness by donating his organs! My heartfelt condolences and prayers to you and your family. Take care Connie!
Gelok Avatar
September 2, 2021 at 5:20 PM
Your words prove the love we moms have for our children. Age does not matter nor does the fact that your son is no longer with you. My prayers are also with you and your family. (I know this pride. I too lost a son)
Edmonds  Avatar
September 2, 2021 at 12:08 AM
My prayers and sympathy Connie, so sorry for your loss. This is a beautiful tribute to your wonderful son whose heart will go on because of his organ donations. God bless… Belle
Messina Avatar
August 30, 2021 at 9:25 PM
Connie, I am so very sorry for the loss of your son and also for the loss of your husband. My deepest dearest condolences to you my dear friend. My heart goes out to you...Sending love, Charlie
Dietrich Avatar
August 25, 2021 at 2:35 PM
Came to your page to see if you wrote anything new yet. I know your plate has been full of more tragedy since I last read this poem. Praying for Mike Jr. now (did I get the name right?) I hope you are holding up ok, dear friend
Byrne Avatar
August 10, 2021 at 10:34 PM
Oh Connie, I am so sorry. A parent should never have to see their child die. My sisters daughter died a month ago she was only 42. My sister is devastated I have no words to console her but just to be there to listen. Now you are also in my deepest thoughts Connie, you have always been so kind to me here . RIP to your dear son.
Rodrigues Avatar
August 6, 2021 at 5:00 PM
So sorry for your loss, Connie.
Koplin Avatar
August 5, 2021 at 4:06 PM
This is such a touching tribute. Your words are beautiful.
Kelly Avatar
July 24, 2021 at 5:40 PM
Oh, Connie, I have been off of PoetrySoup a few months, so missed your lovely poems, then this opened my heart with such gratitude for your wonderful son, and his sacrifices so others might live, and then him-through them. Thank you for sharing this heartfelt love through your writing.
Doll Avatar
July 18, 2021 at 3:33 PM
Connie, a beautiful tribute to your son. I'm so sorry to hear that he passed. I will pray for you and your family.~ Warren
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