For Eric

You were always there
But you never begged attention

Your voice was quiet
But you were always heard

You always sang proud
But you never tried to be the star

You always worked hard
But you never asked for anything

Your presence was always felt
But you never tried to be the center of attention

Your smile was radiant
But you never lost your sparkle.

Your pain was mighty
But you never let it get you down

Your time was short
But we never knew how short it would be.

You will be missed, my friend.
But you will never know how much.

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