Kathleen Rose Johnson-Salaam

JOHNSON-SALAAM, KATHLEEN ROSE, 64, of Paterson was called home on Tuesday, October 31, 2023. When I Am Gone 
When I am gone, release me - let me go 
I have so many things to see and do. 
You must not tie yourself to me with tears 
Be happy that we had so many years. I gave you love, 
you can only guess, how much you gave me in happiness. 
I thank you for the love each has shown, 
but now it is time I traveled alone. 
So grieve awhile for me if grieve you must, 
then let your grief be comforted by trust 
It is only for a while that we must part 
so bless those memories within your heart. 
I will not be far away, for life goes on. 
so if you need me, call and I will come. 
Though you cannot see or touch me, I will be near 
And if you listen with your heart, you will hear 
All of my love around you, soft and clear. 
Then when you must come this way alone, 
I will greet you with a smile and "Welcome Home"
Anon