Tales of Robert Haddock

No more a Watch to stand, Old Sailor.
You are outward bound on an ebbing tide.
Eight Bells has rung. And last Watch done.
A new berth awaits you on the other side.

Your Ship is anchored in God's harbor.
And although his sailors are of equal rank.
There will be Shipmates on the deck to greet you.
And Pipe, as you ascend the Plank.

Her sails full winds of the divine.
Cargo stowed and Galley stored.
Just waiting to get underway.
When the last Hand comes aboard.

Look sharp! That Hand is you, Old Sailor.
And you'll be sailing out on Heavenly Seas.
May your spirit's sails be ever uplifted by the gusting warmth of our love.
Fair weather, and God speed!

~ R. J. SKARR modified by His Pookie

Lord High Admiral of the Ansteorran Royal Navy Robert Haddock mka George A. Basore has passed, beyond the horizon of His precious life. Captain's Log states He comfortably and without pain embarked upon His final journey, to the shore of lands eternal because of complications attributable to Parkinsons at 16:15 September 26, A.S. LVI being 2019 C.E. as members of His family were present with Him at dock. Presently, Memorial gathering times and locations have not been determined. if interested in acquiring further information, which I shall share as it becomes available.

Admiral Your Honor is unparalleled, there can never be another such as You. Rest now in peace and comfort.