Father Death Poem

This poem was written for my Father who passed away in 2007. Although my father & I had our differences growing up, we became very close in the later years. He passed away on my 50th Birthday in 2007. When he was in the hospital I spent time with him and it was a very special time. Now people around me tell me that I remind them of my father and that is a great honor.

Miss You Dad

© Dwayne Hillman
Dear Dad;

Another year has passed that you have been gone
Oh how I wish that I could turn back time;
But God knew that it was time for you to go home
It was on God’s agenda and not mine.

When I was young and growing up
You and I would disagree on things now and then;
But long gone are the days that I can call you on the phone
And say to you, “Dad do you remember when?”

As I now have children and grandchildren of my own,
I know now know how proud you must have been;
As the generations continue to come and go
Your love for all of us is instilled within.

It was with mixed emotion that I had to let you go
But I knew that you didn’t want to stay;
You were headed home to Jesus to live forever
And that when you drew you last breath you were on your way.

There is not one day that goes by
That I don’t miss you DAD,
But I know that you are with Jesus
And nothing more makes me more glad.

Miss you DAD

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Published: Apr 2011

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  • Hi, my name is Trina and I lost my DAD on August 20, 2005. He was a very hard working man and I was Daddy's little girl. He never showed it in public but everyone knew by his words he said. He lost his life from heart disease. He had a metal heart valve and triple bypass in January of 2001. He passed 2 days before my mom's birthday and 9 days before their 41st wedding anniversary. All our stories are not the same but we have all the memories of our fathers, and it was just 5 years but I have not fully grieved because I was the rock to hold everyone in the family together. But there is not a second in my life I DO NOT MISS HIM AND WISH HE WAS STILL HERE!! DADDY I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO BUT I KNOW YOU HAVE YOUR ARMS AROUND ME ALWAYS<3<3<3

    Trina M. Klukas, Appleton, Wi. Submitted Feb 2012
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  • Hey my name is Kayla. My dads name is Jason. I was my daddy's girl. He taught me all I know. He raised me to be the girl I am today. My dad died 9 days before my 16th birthday. He was an alcoholic. I begged him all the time to stop. He was the best. He alcohol did not effect who he was. He had the biggest heart. The day he died I went into the hospital to see him, he had always been so strong I knew he could beat it. I didn't say bye or tell him I loved him. I just went on with my day. When the call came in I couldn't believe those words. Everyday I have to live with the thoughts of what I should have said. My dad was my world he meant everything to me. Without him here I do not feel free. I wonder all the time about who is going to give me away at my wedding. Who is going to watch the graduate. My dad didn't even get to see me turn 16. I miss him more and more everyday nothing here will ever be the same. I pray to God to give him back all the time. But he won't. RIP Daddy! 6-3-11

    Kayla, Gallatin Tn Submitted Mar 2012
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  • My name is Michelle. My dad past away a year ago on October 18th. I wasn't even there to say goodbye. He was the only dad I knew even though I was adopted. I have three boys that will never know what a great guy he was. I miss you daddy. 10-18-11

    Michelle, Utah Submitted 11/5/2012
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  • Hi, my name is Lisa. My dad's name is Steven. He passed away 16th Dec 2006. Still feels like yesterday. He died of cancer, he was the strongest man I have ever known. The best friend I will never have again and the only man who loved me unconditionally. He raised me to be the woman I am today. He left me too soon, I still have so many questions that he always had answers to. I'm getting married next year and in my dreams he always walks me down the aisle but in reality he is not there with me. I wish he met the man I will spend the rest of my life with, I know he will be proud of me. I want him to see his grandchildren and the joy on his eyes. May his soul rest in peace. I miss him and he is always in my heart. I love you dad.

    Lisa, Tanzania Submitted 11/28/2012
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  • Hi my name is Claire. I lost my dad on the 7th December 2012. I know it has not been long since you have gone. I miss you like mad no one could ever replace you. I don't know how to do it with out you. It is really hard. We miss him so much at this moment I don't believe you have gone you went so sudden I didn't know what to do. I still believe you will come back through the door. I love you always and forever you will never be forgotten love you dad RIP 1961-2012

    Claire Submitted 1/12/2013
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  • My name is Derek and I am 8 yeas old. My dad died on July 8 2012 22 days before my birthday. A mean person hurt my dad and that's how he died. I miss my daddy so much. But I know that he will be waiting for me in heaven.

    Derek , Regina Saskatchewan Submitted 2/12/2013
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  • My name is Samantha, I Lost my father 4 years ago, but I still can't believe the fact that he passed away! He died from cancer, he was a strong man, I adored him. He was my hero my everything! I think about him every second! I really miss him.

    Samantha Submitted 2/26/2013
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  • My name is Stephanie, I lost my dad 12 years ago He died from cancer but really his cause of death was bowel blockage I miss him so much But I know he is in a better place no more pain
    Miss you Father

    Stephanie Submitted 3/28/2013
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