Obituary poems can add a special touch when you're preparing a loved one's obituary. Consider including one of these original poems to make your tribute more unique.
Obituary Poetry to Memorialize Loved Ones
The following obituary poems are meant to bring comfort to loved ones left behind and remind them there are still things to hold on to. Some of these poems can also be personalized with the deceased's name.
Not a Day Will Go By
By Kelly Roper
Not a minute, not an hour,
Not a day will go by
We won't think of you, (name of deceased)
And smile or sigh.
You enriched our lives
While you were here.
Now we must learn to live
Without you so near.
Time may soften the blow,
But your memory won't fade.
Not a day will go by
We won't wish you could have stayed.
Together
By Michele Meleen
Together we will mourn,
with sadness, tears, and fears.
Together we will love,
dear (name of deceased), ourselves, and each other.
Together we will live,
for him/her, for us, for them to come.
Together we will heal,
in memory of our beloved friend.
Still Family, Still Friends
By Kelly Roper
Family or friends, our loved ones pass.
And though we can't reach out and touch them,
Call them on the phone or visit them at their house,
They are not completely gone from us.
For as long as we remember them,
We can reminisce, laugh at experiences we shared,
Visit them at their final resting place,
And speak to them from our hearts, knowing they hear.
They are still family. They are still friends.
Death can't change that.
Spiritual and Religious Obituary Poems
Some people are religious while others practice a more general spirituality. The obituary poems in this section reflect those beliefs.
God's Love
By Michele Meleen
God's hands reached far
to touch His child
softly, gently
they two will beguile.
In the Kingdom of God
peace fills the air
happy and tranquil
I know he/she is there.
God's hands reach far
to touch your heart
softly, gently
you are no longer apart.
Free
By Michele Meleen
I am free to fly on wind,
to catch the breeze,
floating where I please.
I am free to shine with the sun,
to light up the day
in my own special way.
I am free without my body,
to live on in your memory.
It's Me
By Kelly Roper
When the sun breaks through the clouds
And a warm beam shines down upon your face,
It's me reaching out from Heaven to touch your cheeks
And whisper, "I'm alright."
When a gentle breeze finds you and
Refreshes your mind and body,
It's me caressing you and reminding you,
"You're alright too."
Obituary Poems for Specific Loved Ones
If you're in need of an inspirational poem about death for a specific family member who has passed, you may find what you're looking for in the collections below.
Funeral Poems for Moms
The loss of a mother can be life-changing for those left behind.
- Meaningful Funeral Poems to Honor a Mom includes original poems and Bible verses which can be used in a death announcement or funeral program.
- Famous Poems in Memory of a Mom features works which are also appropriate for obituaries.
Funeral Poems for Dads
The following collections of poems can help commemorate a father.
- Poems in Memory of a Dad pay special tribute to important males by showcasing their unique perspectives like those of military dads.
- Funeral Poems for Dad points you to a comprehensive list of published poems for memorializing the men in your life.
Poems for Grandparent Obituaries
Use poems from these collections to express how you feel about the loss of a beloved grandma or grandpa.
- Funeral Poetry and Bible Verses for Grandmothers includes beautiful original poems and Bible passages.
- Poems in Memory of a Grandfather has some grandpa poems that might be a bit too long for the average obituary, but you could just use excerpts.
Poems for the Death of a Child
The loss or death of a child can be one of the most difficult experiences in life. Ones of the poems in these collections might help express your grief.
- Poems for Infant Loss cover tough topics like miscarriage, stillbirth, and child illness.
- Death of a Child Poems offers some especially heart wrenching works that express a family's pain.
Poems for the Loss of a Sibling
If you're writing an obituary for a brother or sister, consider adding a poem from one of these sources.
- Mourning the Loss of a Brother Through Poems contains some beautiful tributes that could be used whole or in part if length is an issue.
- Poems for the Loss of a Sister offers equally touching poems plus tips to help you write a poem of your own.
Commemorate Your Loved Ones
Add poems to obituaries as a means to express feelings, make a tribute to a loved one, or send a message about life and death. The emotional nature of poetry embraces the personal connections between the dead and the living. Even if you aren't a poet, there is an obituary poem out there that can capture exactly what you want to say.
