Daddy, even though you're gone away.
We knew you didn't come to stay.
But somehow we all got caught up loving
you, which wasn't very hard to do.
Your life was like a dove.
So kind sweet and gentle.
We've laughed with you we've cried with
you, we've shared a wonderful life with you.
Now we must release you like a dove.
Our minds are at ease.
Our hearts are at peace.
Because we know you'll land in the arms
of love.
We must release you like a dove.