Bedside of a Neighbor

Well, I was standing by the bedside of a neighbor
Who was just about to cross a swellin' tide
And I asked him if he would do me a favor
Kindly take this message to the other side

If you see my Saviour tell him that you saw me
When you saw me I was on my way
You may meet some friends who may ask about me
Just tell 'em I'm comin' home someday

Though you might make this journey home without me
Lesser debt that must be paid
When you reach that goal and sit and think about me
And don't forget to tell my Savior what I say

You may chance to meet my mother or my father
Some friend whom I can't recall
You might chance to meet my sister or my brother
But just try to see my Savior most of all

Well, I was standing by the bedside of a neighbor
Who was just about to cross a swellin' tide
And I asked him if he would do me a favor
Kindly take this message to the other side