When I must leave you
 for a little while,
 Please do not grieve
 and shed wild tears
 And hug your sorrow
 to you through the years,
 But start out bravely
 with a gallant smile;
 And for my sake
 and in my name
 Live on and do
 all things the same
 Feed not your lonliness
 on empty days
 But fill each waking hour
 in useful ways
 Reach out your hand
 in comfort and in cheer
 And I in turn will comfort you
 and hold you near;
 And never, never
 Be afraid to die,
 For I am waiting
 
For you in the sky!