WILLMS, John Cart (1943-2004) – John Willms of Abbotsford passed away quietly on October 11, 2004 in his home at the age of 61 years. He was the son of the late John and Martha Willms of Gem, Alberta. He is survived by tow sons: John Todd Willms and Shane Willms as well as an adopted son, Bradley Willms and siblings: Kathryn Skau (Vancouver); Eldon Willms (Gem); Arthur (and Sue of Surrey, B.C.); and, Willard (and Sheila of Red Deer).
Numerous friends and aquaintances also mourn his pasing. A memorial service was held in Abbotsford, B.C. on Saturday, October 16, 2004. Relatives and friends gathered to celebrate his life. The following tribute captures his life.
The Cowboy’s Prayer
Oh Lord, I reckon I’m not much just by myself
I fail to do a lot of things I ought to do
But Lord, when the trials are steep and the passes high
Help me to ride it straight the whole way through
And when in the falling dusk I get the final call
I do not care how many flowers they send
Above all else the happiest trail would be
For you to say to me “Let’s ride, my friend.”
AMEN
