| Today is the day |
| Today is the day we all say goodbye. |
| To a wonderful friend, and one hell of a guy. |
| A father, a husband, and a fireman strong. |
| In our hearts and thoughts, is where Tom belongs. |
| A mentor, a teacher, a part of our life. |
| A friend, a shoulder, who helped us through strife. |
| Giving words of encouragement, and a slap on the back. |
| He truly cared for us all, not a trait did he lack. |
| He would answer to Tom, Birhead, or Deputy Chief. |
| With a smile and a joke, you would happily meet. |
| There was no debating the Leafs or the Wings. |
| Red and white only, no blue’s did he sing. |
| Always willing to answer the next fire call. |
| To pick up our spirits, wherever they fall. |
| For now is the time, to remember…not cry. |
| ‘cause today is the day, we all say goodbye. |
| Matt Richardson |
