take your rest old friend

I received a simple text today telling me an old friend had passed away .It stirred my emotions alot ,because having just visited with him and knowing the mental power and wisdom he possessed ,i thought surely he would make it back to his home .He had spoken of the 10 years since his wife had died ,he spoke of his family .I hold great respect for him as he did for me .We had fished together ,talked coin collecting ,talked football .He had battled hard over many different bouts with his ailment .He had a good life .I was blessed to get to know him .take your rest old friend .