The Death Of Darth, By Brian37 (AKA Brian James Rational Poet on FB/META and @Brianrrs37 on Twitter/X)

I remember his ominous voice
Deep authoritarian, unforgiving
On that ledge , in the interior
Of the Death Star, and those 5 words

I didn’t believe him
I didn’t want it to be true
There was no way he could be
Luke’s father

A once in a universe character
But more importantly
A once in a universe actor
A once in a universe man

The type of icon
Known in every land
Transcending all languages
Playing parts no one else can

I can only speak of James from afar
Only as a fan of his work
My ode, this eulogy
Falls short, words fail

I don’t think I am out of line
To say, on this day, to many in dismay
I think I can safely say for all
Mr. Jones, may the force be with you.

You brought brightness and joy
To countless masses
With all your characters
And your infectious laugh.

Somewhere in a field in Iowa
The sluggers swing their bats
Turn their heads to the big screen
And humanity tips our hats
(end)

Thank you so much Mr. James Earl Jones for all the joy and entertainment you have given humanity. You may be gone, but your works will live on. We love you and you will be missed.