My Dear Father-In-Law

My dear father in law From the time we first met, I knew we would get along It's not been a life time but our bond was very strong You had a way about you, with good friendships along the way I never heard you raise your voice, a gentle man with strength The times we spent together were an enlightenment to us both You talked about the war and your times upon the boat How you swept the sea for mines to protect us gentle folk So many times in my kitchen we would discuss the dinners fate You often went home after, having a go to replicate You humour was renowned, with one liners that made us laugh Your stories and memories will live on now you have passed