#69 Dad

My dad died suddenly with a heart attack when I was 22. No matter the days that have past, I can still feel him nearby and there are times that I miss him so. As long as he lives in my memory, he will always be close by. If your dad has died also, may this poem comfort you.

This poem originally was published in Sad Poems - Poems about Death

Dad

by Judy Burnette

Dad...so many images come to mind
whenever I speak your name;
It seems without you in my life
things have never been the same.

What happened to those lazy days
when I was just a child;
When my life was consumed in you
in your love, and in your smile.

What happened to all those times
when I always looked to you;
No matter what happened in my life
you could make my gray skies blue.

Dad, some days I hear your voice
and turn to see your face;
Yet in my turning...it seems
the sound has been erased.

Dad, who will I turn to for answers
when life does not make sense;
Who will be there to hold me close
when the pieces just don't fit.

Oh, Dad, if I could turn back time
and once more hear your voice;
I'd tell you that out of all the dads
you would still be my choice.

Please always know I love you
and no one can take your place;
Years may come and go
but your memory will never be erased.

Today, Jesus, as You are listening
in your home above;
Would you go and find my dad
and give him all my love.

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Jan

My Dad died yesterday (26/06/06) and although he had had a full and happy life and I have my own children. I was still his little girl. I have been looking for a poem to read out at his funeral to say how much he means to me. I have tried to write it myself but im just feeling to 'muddled' for it to make much sense. Your Poem says exactly what I want to say. It made me cry. I hope you wont mind if I (try) to read it out at his funeral. Thank you.
Kristina

This poem touched me very much. I too lost my dad to cancer 3 yrs. ago. It still seems like yesterday. This poem said everything that's in my heart as well.
GLORIA

this poem really broke my heart. I lost my dad 4 months ago. the hurt is still there; seems like yesterday. this poem said everything I wanted 2 say, but just didn't know how. thanks for the right words when I really needed them.
Hope

i loved it i lost my dad 4 weeks ago he was 37 and i'm just 15!
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Great
Maria

Today would have been my dad's 57th birthday. And this poem was so perfect to send to my only sister. Your feelings in your poem reflected exactly how we feel. Thank you, Maria
Kathryn

I lossed my Dad December 14,2004 to a stroke. When I read your poem it really touched my heart. I miss my Dad so much and with Father's Day coming soon it makes it all the harder, but your poem really rings true and I love it.
amanda

This poem is the sweetest poem i have ever read it really touched my i lost my fater on valentines day last year he was to young and i cherished every day i spent with him. very good poem heart warming
barbara

wow first im sorry about your dad i lost mine to a heart attack too . your poem is so real ,and im glad to have read it cheerish your memories and remember someday you will see your father again hugs to you
Alicja

This poem is so beautiful. I know what u are feeling. My dad died of sudden heart attac 5 years ago when i was only 11. He was 34. I will never get over the pain. he was just the most beautiful men i have ever met. I just hope I can see him again.
kathy

Mad tears come to my eyes! My dad died also suddenly of a heart attack when I was 15. This sure hit home. Thanks for the great poem.
Sarah

YOUR POEM WAS BEAUTIFUL ! I'M 56 YEARS AND LOST MY DAD TO CANCER 43 YEARS AGO. lOST MY MOM TO CANCER 49 YEARS AGO . EVEN AFTER ALL THIS TIME THE PAIN IS STILL THERE. AND QUSETIONS OF WHAT COULD HAVE BEEN. WHAT SHOULD HAVE BEEN. BUT THE MASTER OF ALL KNOWS BEST AND IN HIM I TURST. SO THANKS FOR YOUR WONDERFUL POEM. IS SAYS ALL THE RIGHT WORDS!X0X0
sharon

i found your poem today and i have to say it was nice i lost my dad 3 years ago and that is exactly how my sister and i feel thank you!
Lisa

I lost my dad to a heart attack a year and a half a go. I can so relate to Ms. Burnette. My heart still aches and his memory will never be erased from my mind. I shed a tear for her, myself, and everyone else who has such a void as ours.
kim

this is a very touching poem i lost my dad in august last year 3 days before my wedding day this is a lovely poem one of the best i have read it reminds me of me and my dad who was also my soul mate and best friend kim
denise

says how i feel i miss my dad so much i cry a lot because i didnt have the chance to say goodbye because of my sister and mum
ray

This a truely touches my heart in this time of need thank you
Jessica

I loved your poem. I lost my dad this past Saturday under the same circumstances. I am only 17 and my dad was 53. If I could turn back time, I would tell my dad I love him. I didn't get to say good-bye.
vicki

I love this poem. I read this at my dads funeral. He died June 4,2005, suddenly. My mom and I found him dead on the floor from a heart attack. I feel like he's around me alot. I will miss him forever. Thank you for a poem just right for my dad.
Ruby

This was a beautiful poem, and it has special meaning for me because my dad died last week. I was there with him, holding his hand when he died, and that was one of the most saddest moments in my life. Thank you for this poem, and I think it is simply beautiful.

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