Reading

Reading / Introduction

Maurice’s daughter Lorn wrote the following piece of writing for him and recorded it so that it could be played at his funeral on 30 August 2023.

It was introduced by her at his funeral service, as follows:

Introduction

We’ve really appreciated all of
the kind words, help and cards we’ve had from people from all over, since my Dad passed on.

I thought I might get choked up, up here, if I read what I’ve written for him.

However you might remember that my Dad loved technology and Apple Macs.

Well I used my Apple iPhone to record the reading, to make sure it can be done justice on the day.

I hope you enjoy it, and it helps you to remember the wonderful man that he was.

Lorn Pearson, 30 August 2023

Recording

Fly, fly brilliant one

Written and recorded by Lorn Pearson, 2023

Reading

Fly fly brilliant one   

Fly, fly brilliant one.
Fly beyond this world.
The softest cloud, the whitest dove.
Upon the wind of everyone’s love.
Past the planets and the stars.
Leave this wondrous world of ours.
Just think of the lives you’ve touched, the stories you’ve told.
And the good memories that we’ll forever hold.
Leave your legacy behind.
We’ve always had you by our side.
But you must go on and escape the confusion and the pain,
And fly again.  

Fly, fly up high.
Fly like your swallows in the sky.
I remember one of your patients called you ‘Dr Magnificent’,
And that’s what you were – magnificent.
So down to earth, caring and a brilliant storyteller.
The brightest star, yet so humble and clever.
You were there for us and so many others.
We’re all so proud of you, and so is your brother.

Fly, fly precious one. 
From humble beginnings, as a miner’s son.  
You told it like it was, and you related to so many. 
You were so talented, happy and friendly. 
You became you and you made a real difference. 
Take your big smile, happiness and magnificence, 
And fly far far away. 
Fly like a bird over to the other shore.  
Where there is peace forevermore. 
We’ll hold our memories tight, Remembering you warmly with a smile.

The sun will rise, the sun will set, 
But you we definitely won’t forget.  
Fly, fly brilliant one. 
Fly where angels sing. 
Fly away, now the time is right. 
Go now, and find the everlasting light.

Written by Lorn Pearson, August 2023