In 1928 he said I just can’t wait Eva said what's the deal can we set a date They were very much in love but Elmer couldn’t follow through So Eva said I’ll just wait and see what God will do. 1942 he married a gorgeous preacher women They started out with a little girl and then they added three fine sons It was only a few short years and Ruby’s life would end in tears Leaving behind a family man without a helping hand The lady who smiled a lot Gave me the feeling I never forgot The love that she gave it’ll always amaze The lady who smiled a lot Gave me the feeling I never forgot It was a selfless kind of love that can’t be bought Eva arrived just in time, I had just turned nine She was no ordinary lady, just one of a kind Just a kid but I knew she had taken on quite a crew