Sudden Death

Mary O'Sullivan
Right after Mass
Stepped out of the church
And as she walked passed
Father McGee, couldn't help see
That Mary was shedding a tear

Approaching Mary
With the kindest of hearts
He wasn't quiet sure, 
Where, he should start
The silents was broke, when McGee finally spoke
"What, is the problem, My Dear"

"Father forgive me
But late last night
My husband died sudden,
Right there in my sight"
McGee stood in shock, and barely could talk
Until he could work past the fear

"I know it's hard
But please do your best
Where there any last words 
Or final request" 
"Yes, 'PUT DOWN THAT GUN', while starting to run
But I'm not sure I heard him that clear"
Copyright © | Year Posted 2014

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Duggan Avatar
August 17, 2014 at 6:13 PM
love the humour, love the ending certainly made me smile this morning
Kendrick Avatar
July 20, 2014 at 12:47 PM
Cute one..Shoot the man one night and in church on Sunday..She was trying to get it right with God no doubt...Got a chuckle..Thanks for the visit to my page..Sara
Nehls Avatar
July 18, 2014 at 7:45 AM
I really appreciate this type of humor, Jerry. I think I'll call it Jerrying. I love the twist at the end, my friend. Very well crafted, my friend.
Nehls Avatar
July 18, 2014 at 2:35 PM
OK. J-ing it is.
Curtis Avatar
July 18, 2014 at 1:51 PM
Could we just call it J-ing
Harris Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 11:24 PM
Priceless! Still laughing!
Curtis Avatar
July 18, 2014 at 1:52 PM
Thanks Steve
A. Sharma Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 8:46 AM
Jerry u r at ur best now,, great one !
Curtis Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 6:24 PM
Thank U Doctor Upma
Allison Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 6:32 AM
HAHAHA Jerry you are priceless! Hugs Jan xxx
Curtis Avatar
July 17, 2014 at 6:40 AM
Thanks Jan, I like to start my day out, by being told I'm Priceless, cause by the end of the work day, I feel useless, Lol
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