EARITH Thomas. December 31st 1998. It's just 8 years ago today, Since you sadly went away, By the old rugged cross, You sit with a smile, Waiting for those, You have left for a while, And those you left, With their grief and loss, Will meet you one day, By the old rugged cross. From. Your loving wife Wendy, sons Paul and Andrew, daughters-in-law Vanessa and Deb and grandchildren Jessica, Natasha, Daniel, Josh, Jasmine, Lauren and Jamie.