The following poem was written by a 93 year old lady who wrote four books of poems. Her name was Gertrude Rosenkild, and was a member at the Mason City and Clear Lake Christian Churches. It is shared by Mark Young, who officiated her funeral on Saturday: 

WHITE PILLOWS

Snow white pillows

Upon which I rest -

A head filled with grief and care.

They soothe, they cool,

They comfort me

As I close my eyes in prayer.

Secure on the pillow

Of perfect faith,

I know that His love will abide.

Upheld by the pillow of

Trust - I'm sure

He never will leave my side.

Oh- blessed rest

On the pillow of love,

Held in the Master's embrace -

With nothing to fear,

My soul is content

On the beautiful pillow of Grace.

Sleep on and rest

Oh weary heart,

For God - His vigil will keep.

On pillows of white,

Through earth's dark night,

He giveth His loved ones sleep.