[Original] How Do I Say Goodbye

Dedicated to my best friend since about 1968, John, who suddenly passed away just after Christmas day.
Rest in peace my friend. Click "Show More" for the lyrics.
Guitar: Ibanez/Talisman TCY-10
Amp: Spark 40
How Do I Say Goodbye
I remember the sandbox, with toy soldiers I did play
You asked if you could join me, I said it was okay
That was how we met so many years away
And started a friendship that lasted to this day
How do I say goodbye to the best friend I ever knew
How do you say goodbye to a friend that grew with you
I know we’ll meet again in heaven
I remember the school sports played hot or cool
And how to get our balls from the roof of the school
I remember the parties at summers ends
And all the pranks you pulled on all our friends
I remember I married with you standing by my side
I remember standing with you when you took your bride
I remember times together watching our kids as they grew
These are the memories I will always have of you
Jobs and families and life caused us to drift away
But we never went our separate ways
Whenever we're together, "Do you remember when?" we used to say
These are the memories I will take to my grave
How do I say good bye to the best friend I ever knew
How do you say good bye to a friend that grew with you
I know we’ll meet again in heaven
I know we’ll be best friends again in heaven