Jack Ellison Poet Quatrain

In the Arms of An Angel

In the arms of an angel
No words could be more fitting
I raise my voice in loving tribute
To Ken with your permitting

A celebration of this loving soul
Such a kind and gentle man
Always upbeat, ready with a smile
As each new day began

In the arms of an angel
Looking from above with a smile
Always ready with a kindly word
In spite of all life's trials

Dear, dear, sweet Marguerite
The love of Ken's existence
Will journey forward hand in hand
Together still, though distant

So everyone's here to celebrate
This special bond he possessed
With each and every one of us
As a friend, he was the best

May he forever rest in peace.


© Jack Ellison 2013

For my good friend Ken, which I wrote for his 
"Celebration of Life" ceremony .

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Carol Eastman April 8, 2013 at 8:04 PM A well written dedication... Sorry for your loss... We see too many of them... Jack Ellison April 8, 2013 at 8:50 PM After reciting my poem, Cathie sang Sarah McLachlan's "In The Arms Of An Angel"... without musical accompaniment! She has an absolutely AMAZING voice! She blows me away! There weren't too many dry eyes! xox

Donna Jones April 8, 2013 at 5:23 PM Nearly made me cry Jack...he was lucky to have you as such a dear friend....sorry for your loss Jack Ellison April 8, 2013 at 8:43 PM It was a difficult afternoon... shed a few tears! Thanks dear Donna! xox

Russell Sivey April 8, 2013 at 6:15 AM This is a tremendous write for your passed away friend! He is in a better place now, and I'm sure he enjoyed your celebration of him, what a grand display of this! I loved reading this delightful poem this morning! Great Work!! Jack Ellison April 8, 2013 at 6:21 AM Friends like Ken don't come along often but when they do, you know it's different and special!

Matthew Horstkotter April 8, 2013 at 5:46 AM Very nice piece. Jack Ellison April 8, 2013 at 6:19 AM Thank you my friend! Ken was a special kind of man!