I'm at a loss and bingo!! Thought of Mudcat. About 5 years ago my brother whom has now passed away sang me an old folk song which I had never heard before. He could not remember the title or other verses to it. Here is what I wrote down and hope that it will strike a spark with someone here. Thank you in advance and hello to all Mudcatter's who may remember me. Beer

Oh mother dear come tell to me, tell me the reason why.
Why don’t my father’s ship come in,
Why do you weep and cry.
Your father’s ship my gentle son, his face no more shall see.
For the winds did blow a hurricane,
Swept his body into the sea.
And since you are my only child, I’ll hold you to my breast.
Let the ocean waves sweep over his grave,
I hope his souls at rest.