Cheryl my friend, my heart is sad. For today I lost the dearest friend I had. For over two decades a friendship we shared Together we laughed and cried. Truly you cared. You were of rare quality: strong, yet tender and kind a precious diamond that’s so hard to find. You went through a lot, and hardships you bore with a smile on your face, though it hurt to the core. You smiled and accepted what came your way caring and thoughtful of others, even as in pain you lay. Many tears I will cry, they will pour out like rain, but I know you are happy now, cos you are no longer in pain. My darling Cheryl, you are finally at peace God chose today from pain, you to release May He take you into heaven upon his steadfast arm for He knew when on earth, you never caused anyone harm. Our friendship was forever only death did us part. although you are in heaven today, you’ll always be in my heart Love you.