My daddy, Harry Grant Willis, went to be with Jesus on October 9, 2008. He was the best father in the world. I will treasure my memories of him forever in my heart. My heart aches for him and at times it takes my breath away. He was the center of our worlds and has left a void in each one of our lives. His service was so sweet and was a wonderful celebration of his life. The following poem is something that I found and added some of my thoughts to it. I read this at his funeral. (Yes, I made it through with God's strength.)
Dad...so many images come to mind whenever I speak your name; It seems without you in my life things will never be 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, 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.
I'll always be your little girl, Daddy, my love for you will never part; For you reside with Jesus now and Forever in my heart.
I love you, Daddy.
