Poem: A Cowboy's Last Request

This poem was written by Terry Ike Clanton. Papa always believed he was a cowboy at heart. He would love this poem.

"Let me tell you folks

Who have gathered here today
That I'm a proud and thankful cowboy
Who has just passed away

I know it's hard
But, please don't cry
Fer I'm now ridin' Gods trails
High up in the sky

The hoss I'm ridin' now
Don't spook, buck or kick
Fer God stables perfect horses
And now I have my pick

Lord, please forgive me of all my sins
Fer I haven't been perfect
But I know that he who believes in You
Forever wins!

I have lived a good life
A cowboys dream come true
Thank You Lord,
Fer I'm now ready to ride into eternity

Me, my horse, and You."

Submitted by: Amber Copeland, Granddaughter