PRAYER FOR OUR DEPARTED SHIPMATE
Almighty God, our heavenly father, who art our refuge and strength
and a very present help in times of trouble, help us at this time
to put our trust in thee, that we may obtain mercy and find grace
to see us through this time of sorrow.
We thank thee for the life and love of this our shipmate
and we ask that the work that he started on this earth be carried on
in the hearts and hands of his family and friends. He leaves more than just memories.
Help us to go our way bravely, even though alone
and to do our tasks faithfully day by day.
Make our true love and brotherhood be a constant inspiration to our lives
And may his memory live on through us.
Grant us peace and strength for the battle of life while it lasts,
And rest at the close of day, when work is done.
Father, when we too are tired,
and prepare ourselves to slip beneath the final wave,
Grant that we may let loose the moorings
And sink slowly into the deep waters
trusting like them, to wake with thee.
We commend into your hands of mercy, most merciful father,
The soul of our shipmate, HUGH N. SIEGEL.
May he be found acceptable in thy sight.
He now sails under your orders on his eternal patrol
SHIPMATE, REST YOUR OAR
AND BE AT PEACE
---AMEN---
16, June 1995
U.S. Submarine Veterans World War II
Hudson/Mohawk Chapter
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