In Memory of Mary (Cooper) Wilson
I am sure this life is only lent,
Our Mary, a gift, that was heaven sent.
In Oshawa General, Doris first heard your cry.
Then many years of sickness and tears to dry.
The war being over, Dad gets his release,
Thank God for the Allies, their lives given for our Peace.
And now as each passes from this scene,
We are reminded of what could have been.
Back up to Haliburton, each said let's go,
Beautiful lakes and a bit more snow.
For her classmates Mary loved to sing and step dance
Every time she had a chance.
Three summers at Joy Bible Camp we could afford,
During that time, Mary trusted the Lord.
Two more sisters, four years apart, we span
Then two more in the Cooper clan.
At her nursing graduation, many stories were told,
Each one seemed a bit more bold.
They remember good times and their pranks,
The enema given to the wrong patient and they both say thanks.
Nursing in Calgary where it was cold,
But can change rapidly, we are told.
Port Hope was calling, and Ken Wilson was there,
Soon they were married, a life for to share.
Now Shelley and John in Florida where they live,
Come home often, their help to give.
Steven and Tara will live near home,
Dean, now Alicia, not far did roam.
Mary taken to a brand new place,
For all Eternity to view God's face.
Christ Jesus came, God Emanuel, so pure.
Can be yours by trusting Him, making sure.
James B. Cooper - 2000
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