You Never Know

He spent his life preparing for skits and jokes,
three decades devoted to intros for Johnny,
brought us bloopers and practical jokes,
even advised us on what beer was best.

Strolled on the screen in a few cinema roles,
did his part for the USA in WW 2,
question is, which one will he best
want to be remembered for as his life.

Thirty’s years out of 86 he hung with Tonight Show,
but when time came for that cameo in Heaven,
was Johnny who had the role first
back in 2005.

Now it makes one wonder,
did that comedian and talk show host
run out of new bits to perform,
so he called out for help
and naturally Ed can the message.

Guess we will never know for sure,
just a thought,
but wonder how he would react
standing there in that tuxedo robe
reading from some angel’s cue card.