So Long Old Friend

My very best to you old friend As you venture on your way I hope you find your place with God And we meet again one day You’ve been more than a friend to me A father figure too I hope you did not suffer friend I pray the best for you Be not so worried of your wife Your kids are there and strong Even though she’s crying now We hope it won’t be long Look down on us from time to time We could use you as our guide My very best to you old friend I know you’ve reached His side O’er Newfoundland just one more time Look on it then, with cheer We smile just to know you’re there As we smile, too, to feel you here