Apoomama

In Memorium Mr.R. Supramaniam aged 73

Passed away on Monday 14th April 1997

It is time to rest;

Dearest Apoomama,

For though your journey has been long and painful,

You have given it more than your best.

Despite life's trials and tribulations,

No angry word left your lips,

Never once did you your voice raise,

Even in death; your smile never left your face.

It is time to rest;

Dearest Apoomama.

Too long have you sacrificed for all,

Shouldering responsibility beyond your call.

A poet once said "Too long a sacrifice,

Can make a heart turn cold...."

That poet knew you not,

For truly, your heart was of gold.

It is time to rest;

Dearest Apoomama.

For He has called you home,

You have naught for which to atone.

As your last rites were performed;

We each remembered your smile, your words, your light,

Those who knew you can never forget you;

For you are proof that kindness and humility is better than might.

It is time to rest;

Dearest Apoomama,

You've earned this rest so well,

For you were among the best.

Written by Yudisthra G on 16th Ap;ril 1997