Back in ’83, he answered the call, Air Force blue skies, standing proud and tall. Jets in the heavens, boots on the ground, Serving his country, with honor unbound. From young and fearless to steady and strong, He flew through the years where he learned right from wrong. (Chorus) Oh, what a man, kind and caring through and through, Silly old soul with a joke or two. Loves his family, holds ’em close to his heart, Especially that granddaughter, his brightest spark. From Air Force wings to the pulpit he stands, A servant of faith with open hands. (Verse 2) Now he’s retired, but the mission’s not done, Church of Christ calling, shining like the sun. Preaching the gospel with wisdom and grace, Guiding the flock to a heavenly place. A lifetime of service, in uniform then in song, Turning his story to where it belongs. (Chorus) Oh, what a man, kind and caring through and through, Silly old soul with a joke or two. Loves his family, holds ’em close to his heart, Especially that granddaughter, his brightest spark. From Air Force wings to the pulpit he stands, A servant of faith with open hands. (Bridge) He’ll crack a dad joke to lighten the load, Make you laugh till your worries explode. Big hugs for the grandkids, stories so grand, The heart of the family, a steadfast man. (Verse 3 / Final Chorus) He’s the rock they lean on, the light in their days, Through every season, in so many ways. Retired hero with a servant’s soul, Loving his people makes his spirit whole. Oh, what a man… (kind and caring, silly and true) Dad-in-law, Grandpa—we all love you!
