Leafless trees shudder in the breeze
A name is said, eyes wide
The name is hardly recognized
A life gone from a tongue that will tease

Dark black marker, a sign to mourn
Some who never knew him shed their tears
Sobs & sighs fill the halls here
A place in our hearts for a boy forlorn

No turning back when a bullet's released
Prayers sent for a soul in need
Whether heaven or hell waits for a mind diseased
Red eyes & solemn faces; a respectful deed

November day, silence fills the air
Hearts on our sleeves, love on our arms
Swollen eyes, no sounds to alarm
Only once he's gone, only then we care