(Verse 1)
There are people in this world
Who leave more than just a name
They carve love into our lives
And we’re never quite the same
Grandpa Jim, you were that kind
Strong and steady, warm and wise
Even now, I feel you near
Like you never said goodbye
(Chorus)
You were always there, always love
Always more than enough
Through the storm, through the pain
You were shelter, you were flame
You held the crazy world at bay
With a smile and your quiet grace
Oh Grandpa, we’re still standing
On the strength you gave away
(Verse 2)
You showed up without a word
No need for praise, just hands that worked
And when life threw me off track
You opened your door, and brought me back
Gave me more than just a home
You gave me hope, you made me grow
Taught me how to walk with pride
How to lead, and love, and try
(Bridge)
And when things got outta line
You’d shake your head and roll your eyes
“Dammit Jimmy,” you’d say with a grin
Then pull us close and let love win
You made us laugh, you made us whole
The glue that held our souls
A hero in gods grace. A man of men.
You gave more than we could ever believe
(Chorus)
You were always there, always love
Always more than enough
Through the noise, through the tears
You calmed the chaos, eased the fear
Built a life with Grandma true
Sixty years and still brand new
Oh Grandpa, we’re still holding
All the light we got from you
(Outro)
Now the stories still unfold
In every heart, young and old
You raised a family, you raised men
You’d do it all over again
So rest now, your work is through
We’ll carry the best of you
Forever in our name, our hands, our way
We’ll love you every day
Thank you, Grandpa. Rest easy.
