Jan Pompe was ours and he still is ours… He was a fine man and possessed A singular generosity. Jan Pompe was a prince: A rare man who did not have to Sign agreements or legal documents For his word would have been enough He had a noble mind and was A source of pride to us and Others he had dealings with. And this is why, as the world can see, On the tree of Jan Pompe’s reputation, The fruits are ripe already. The earth in Sydney, Australia Is due to receive an eminent guest; A kind and honest man who had lived A life to put some saints in the shade. Celebrate his life Elisabeth, Anne, Carol and Jacqui Be brave Gabrielle, Monique, Daniel, Aly and Kaitlin Emulate the man Emmanuel, Norm, Brian, Peter, Paul and Evan Welcome your father Michaela. Jan Pompe was ours and even as he departs from us, Jan Pompe will continue to be ours.