From Island Shores to Eighty Years

Lyrics

[Verse 1] From island shores where the warm winds blow, A dream took flight so long ago. Crossed an ocean, held your family near, A brave young heart with no room for fear. And now we gather, all voices raised, To sing your story, to sing your praise. [Chorus] Oh Mama Chat, your love knows no bounds, In every heartache, your faith is the ground. The best is yet to come, that's what you say — God will provide, so we'll pray on it today. [Verse 2] From New York streets to California sun, You built a home, and the love has won. Marty and David watch from above, Two smiling angels still wrapped in your love. Michelle and Maya, our family of five, And Ryan and Megan keep your joy alive. [Chorus] Oh Mama Chat, your love knows no bounds, In every heartache, your faith is the ground. The best is yet to come, that's what you say — God will provide, so we'll pray on it today. [Bridge] Compartmentalize, then hand it away, Leave it to God — He'll carry the weight. A nurse's hands that healed and served, A servant's heart, more than words deserve. [Verse 3] Eighty years of a life so full, The Patterson Five, and the G-G-C crew, Through Cursillo, the Lions, and Marriage Encounter too, So many hearts have been touched by you. May the years ahead be healthy and bright, Singing and dancing 'neath the ocean light. [Chorus] Oh Mama Chat, your love knows no bounds, In every heartache, your faith is the ground. The best is yet to come, that's what you say — God will provide, so we'll pray on it today. [Outro] Happy birthday, our shining star, Loved beyond measure, just as you are.