Just as far as I can remember

She'll remain the rose of my heart 

Mama fell sick along in December

February brought us broken hearts



The reason we've not called a family reunion

We knew that she wouldn't be there 

But now that we've thought it all over Mama

We know you're spirit is here 



   Oh no I can't forget the hours your the only one Momma

   And sweeter than the flowers

   Oh no there's no use to bother

   To speak of you now would only hurt Father

   Oh no momma we'll never forget you

   And someday we'll meet you up there



We all gathered round and I stared at their faces

All heads were bowed mighty low

But this was one time we all had to face it 

Though it hurt us so badly you know



Well it looked so good to see us together

But I had to look after dad

Oh no Mother when I passed by your casket 

I didn't want to remember you dead