Tom Bonebrake is 88: A Journey so Great

In Missouri’s MacDonald County, near the Elk River’s shore, an adventurous young Tom Bonebrake loved to explore.

With brother and sister, and friends by his side, they fished and swam where the waters abide.

A man of faith, both modest and kind, with a heart so gentle, a thoughtful mind.

Unpretentious and humble, his light shines bright, a beacon of goodness, a guiding light.

For nearly 70 years, his wife Hattie’s been near, a love story enduring, both tender and clear.

Hand in hand, through life they’ve shared a bond so strong, so deeply paired.

His daughter Lisa, his pride, his delight, in perfect harmony, their bond feels right.

A jewelry designer with a sparkle so rare, a reflection of Tom’s and Hattie’s love and care.

In Webb City’s streets, he made his stand, as Webb Corp’s salesman, his reputation grand.

Integrity led him, his customers stayed, decades of work where his legacy’s laid.

And down by the river where memories bloom, Kozy Kamp flourished dissolving all gloom.

With canoes on the current, the summer was bright, Tom and Hattie worked into the night.

For Delores, a friend in need of care,

Tom stepped in with love sincere, so rare.

He mowed her lawn, prepared her meals, tended to her heart with kindness that heals.

A birthday near Christmas is often in its shade, but this year a tribute is lovingly made.

Lisa and Andy with hearts full of cheer, celebrate Tom, father and friend so dear.

An inspiration to all, a true guiding star, a life lived with honor has carried him far.

So here’s to Tom, at eighty-eight,

A man of grace, a life so great.