Oh, heaven is calling you home
Rest now, Thipe, you are never alone
We rolled from the graveside, paid respect to the bone
Thipe, rest in peace, you're never alone
Your spirit stays high while the shadows grow long
Beneath the Free State sky, we sing you this song
We left the mourning behind, crossed the gates of the place
Softlife Estate with a quiet embrace
Yes Lord, we feel you near in the silence today
As we bow down our heads and we honestly pray
Now we're deep in the estate, letting heavy hearts mend
Raising a glass to a fallen friend
From Zone 1 roots where the story began
Just brothers and sisters, standing tall like a man
Softlife tonight, holding memories near
To Thipe in the breeze, we wish you were here
Oh glory, we feel your light
Rest in peace, Thipe, into the night
I remember the laughter, the sound of your voice
To walk in your friendship was truly a choice
You carried your burden with grace and with pride
Now you’re walking with Jesus, right by His side
There’s a void in the circle, a seat that is cold
But the story you wrote is a beauty to hold
Thank You Jesus for the time that we shared
For the way that you loved and the way that you cared
Now we're deep in the estate, letting heavy hearts mend
Raising a glass to a fallen friend
From Zone 1 roots where the story began
Just brothers and sisters, standing tall like a man
Softlife tonight, holding memories near
To Thipe in the breeze, we wish you were here
Oh glory, we feel your light
Rest in peace, Thipe, into the night
Though the tears may fall like the rain on the ground
In the stillness of God, your peace has been found
We’ll keep moving forward, we’ll carry your name
Through the sunshine, the sorrow, the joy, and the pain
Yes Lord, yes Lord, lead us home
So farewell for a moment, until we all meet
Where the streets are of gold and the mercy is sweet
We’ll tell all your stories, we’ll keep them alive
In the heart of the brothers who strive to survive
Rest easy, dear Thipe, your journey is done
You’ve finished the race, you’ve outrun the sun
Amen, amen, let the heavens rejoice
As we listen for whispers of your gentle voice
Now we're deep in the estate, letting heavy hearts mend
Raising a glass to a fallen friend
From Zone 1 roots where the story began
Just brothers and sisters, standing tall like a man
Softlife tonight, holding memories near
To Thipe in the breeze, we wish you were here
Oh glory, we feel your light
Rest in peace, Thipe, into the night
Rest in peace, Thipe
We hold you in our hearts forevermore
Yes Lord, take him home
Amen.