Jim:   

I am so glad that I was able to visit with you on my trip to St. Pete, Florida in December, even though brief.   I know that we were close as kids, and as adults our lives grew apart, however, we talked from time to time.   I pray that you are finally at peace, out of pain, and doing all the things that you want.  Please say "Hi" to mom and dad for me.   I am having your ashes sent to TN where Dawn and I can keep you even closure with them, both here physically - and there spiritually.   

I shared this on Mom's site, but feel it is worth mentioning here as well:

I’m Free

Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free. I’m following the path God has chosen 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 left undone must stay that way, I’ve now found peace at the end of the day.

If my parting has left a void, then fill it with remembered joys.

A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss oh yes, these things, I too will miss.

Be not burdened with times of sorrow, look for the sunshine of tomorrow.

My life’s been full, I savored much, good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.

Perhaps my time seems all to brief, don’t lengthen your pain with undue grief.

Lift up your heart and peace to thee, God wanted me now - He set me free.

Love - Rob