We met on the race track in '72
I couldn't resist his eyes, so blue
We soon fell in love and started a life
In '76 he made me his wife
A teacher, leader, rebel and yes
A son, brother, father, the best
Boss man, biker, hero and more
Loving, caring, cheerful, no bore
He meant what he said
He said what he meant
He made new friends
Everywhere he went
Scary to strangers
But never a danger
Children knew him best
With all he would jest
Dirt and street bikes
Shooting sports were his fun
Working on cars
With his daughter and son
He played and loved hard
Worked harder than most
His company had him flying
From coast to coast
He provided a safe haven
For many a girl and boy
A mentor through 4-H
Made learning a joy
To know him was to love him
He would look you in the eyes
And tell if you were lying
Because he was very wise
His friends called him Lumpy
He was Dada to some
An extraordinary man
That is why we all have come
Tot Ziens for now, my love
Until we meet again
We all were very lucky
To call John our friend