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Erwin – 65 Years Young

The adventure started back in nineteen-eighty days,
A lieutenant in the army, earning all the praise.
Strong and full of humor, disciplined and true,
A loyal friend and comrade everyone looked up to.

Until eighty-eight he proudly served the land,
Always there with confidence, steady as a hand.
Then at Haro and Royal Vaassen too,
Packaging and logistics — there was nothing you couldn’t do.

Hey Erwin, sixty-five years young!
With a beer out in the woods where the good songs are sung.
From snacks to campfires glowing bright at night,
You’re the one who makes each moment feel just right.

With Il Divo softly playing in the air,
And Maan blasting loudly everywhere.
A shiny Audi, cats upon your lap so fine,
Erwin Ludwig — today the spotlight’s yours to shine!

At Garden Impression things grew even more,
Selling garden furniture from showroom floor to floor.
A manager with vision, practical and wise,
Solving every problem before it could arise.

A humorous team player, loyal to the core,
Always full of clever plans and something more.
Hands-on mentality, straightforward every day,
Everyone around you knows they can count on you always.


Hey Erwin, sixty-five years young!
With a barbecue and laughter till the night is done.
From campfires burning brightly in the cool night air,
You’re the one who brings good memories everywhere.

With Il Divo softly playing in the air,
And Maan blasting loudly everywhere.
A shiny Audi, cats upon your lap so fine,
Erwin Ludwig — today the spotlight’s yours to shine!

Scouting in the forest, chopping wood for fun,
Lighting fires together till the day is done.
Cold beers on the terrace underneath the sky,
In Epe with good company, life just passes by.

Elephants you love, and cats that make you smile,
Enjoying every moment, every single mile.
With Wouter, Mieke, and Lotte by your side,
That’s the greatest treasure and your everlasting pride.

Hey Erwin, sixty-five years strong!
Not slowing down at all — no, you still carry on!
With humor and with courage you’re right in the middle still,
A golden-hearted man with energy and will.

So raise your glasses high and sing out loud today,
For Erwin Ludwig — hip hip hooray!
Sixty-five great years of stories, warmth, and cheer,
And many more amazing, happy years from here!