In Memoriam

A poem in memory of the 32 Virginia Tech victims, senselessly slain on April 16, 2007.

Oh, how we recall the fallen!
The ones so senselessly slain
Or the noble actions of a professor
Perished by a killer’s reign.

‘Twas on the 16th of April
That 32 were taken
The horror, grief and disbelief
Our nation awoke, shaken.

The lessons from this tragedy
One we won’t readily forget.
So fragile is life; futility of such acts
Stain our nation with regret.

I offer heartfelt condolences
And hope for those left behind
And enduring, comforting words
Oh, so few and hard to find.

Recall the memory of the slain
Place them in their final resting place
Know deep within your heart
Of God’s mercy, ever-loving grace.