When I am gone, release me, let me go
I have so many things to see and do.
You mustn't tie yourself to me in tears,
Be happy that we had so many years.
I gave to you my love, you can only guess
How much you gave to me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it's time I traveled on alone.
So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must
Then let your grief be comforted by trust,
It's only for awhile that we must part,
So bless the memories within you heart,
I won't be far away, for life goes on.
So if you need me, call and I will come,
Though you can't see or touch me, I'll be near,
All my love around you soft and clear.
And then when you must come this way alone,
I'll great you with a smile and say, "Welcome Home."