Funeral Memorial Poem - I Am Free by ANNE LINDGREN DAVISON

This poem has widely been discredited - an apology and credit to Anne - the originator.

When we struggle to let someone go after they pass away, it is worth remembering their life; what they achieved, what they enjoyed and what they brought to life. This wonderful poem gives us such a reminder, hopefully making it easier to let them move on to the next place.

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free,
I’m following the path God laid for me.
I took His hand when I heard Him call,
I turned my back and left it all.

I could not stay another day, to laugh,
To love, to work or play.
Tasks undone must stay that way
I’ve found that peace at the close of the day.

If parting has left a void,
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss,
Ah, yes, these things I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish for you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life’s been full, I savoured much
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.

Perhaps my time seemed all too brief,
Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.
Lift up your hearts and share with me,
God wants me now, He set me free.

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Can I share or use this poetry?

All the poems I share on my website or social media have been in the public domain and are sometimes used at funerals. Wherever known, I do give credit and thanks to the author. If you know the author of any I have marked as ‘unknown’, then let me know, and I will amend the page.

If you chose to share or use the poetry at a funeral or memorial service, please give the author credit.

Many of these poems are original to me; please feel free to share those or use them if they seem right for your service. All I ask is that you give credit to the author.

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