The Funeral on TV

The congregants were distanced,

Wearing masks, as well they should,

While hearing of the man who always

Knew just where he stood.

Three Presidents paid tribute,

Quite an honor to receive

And the Speaker of the House as well,

So many there to grieve.

Though thousands lined the streets and went

To see him lie in state,

To most, the TV coverage

Was what they did await.

John Lewis spent his life in battle,

All for civil rights,

Obama’s speech reminding us

To not give up those fights.