For George De Peana Poem by PHIL WINTER

We mourn your passing!
A great loss for our nation!
We mourn the departure of your noble spirit!
Gone to the world beyond!
The soul essence of your being
Has left this mundane plane
To reside in the celestial realm.
George De Peana!
First class athlete! Outstanding Trade Unionist!
A flame in cloudy skies!
Inspiring many in the darkest times!
Your earthly mission is over!
You have left us now!
You are gone!
But your contribution will forever live on!
Vivid memories of you will linger in our hearts!
We cannot forget you!
Sleep on dear one!
For death is just a sleep!
Sleep on and rest in peace!