poems about memories of a loved one

Poems About Memories of a Loved One

Memories are a timeless treasure, especially when it comes to our loved ones who have passed away. They remind us of the beautiful moments we shared, the laughter we enjoyed, and the love that will always remain in our hearts. Funeral poem about memories of a loved one capture these sentiments, allowing us to express our grief, gratitude, and enduring love. 

“Remember Me” by David Harkins

Remember me when I am gone away,

Gone far away into the silent land;

When you can no more hold me by the hand,

Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.

Remember me when no more day by day

You tell me of our future that you plann’d:

Only remember me; you understand

It will be late to counsel then or pray.

Yet if you should forget me for a while

And afterwards remember, do not grieve:

For if the darkness and corruption leave

A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,

Better by far you should forget and smile

Than that you should remember and be sad.This poignant poem by David Harkins reminds us that it’s okay to smile when we remember our loved ones, even as we grieve their absence. It speaks to the enduring nature of love and memories.

“In Loving Memory” by Unknown

If roses grow in Heaven,

Lord please pick a bunch for me,

Place them in my Mother’s arms

and tell her they’re from me.

Tell her I love her and miss her,

and when she turns to smile,

place a kiss upon her cheek

and hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy,

I do it every day,

but there’s an ache within my heart

that will never go away.This heartfelt poem expresses the deep longing we feel for our loved ones who are no longer with us. It reflects on the pain of loss and the comfort of cherishing memories.

“Your Spirit” by Kimberly LaFleur

Your spirit is a beautiful light

That brightens the darkest day.

It makes the flowers bloom in spring,

And it makes the leaves dance and play.Your spirit is a gentle breeze

That whispers through the trees,

It sings a sweet and soothing song

That puts my mind at ease.Your spirit is a guiding star

That shines so bright above,

It leads me through the darkest night

With its unfailing love.This uplifting poem celebrates the enduring presence of our loved ones in our lives, even after they have passed. It reminds us that their spirit continues to shine brightly in our hearts.

“Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep” by Mary Elizabeth Frye

Do not stand at my grave and weep,

I am not there; I do not sleep.

I am a thousand winds that blow,

I am the diamond glints on snow,

I am the sun on ripened grain,

I am the gentle autumn rain.When you awaken in the morning’s hush

I am the swift uplifting rush

Of quiet birds in circled flight.

I am the soft stars that shine at night.

Do not stand at my grave and cry,

I am not there; I did not die.This classic poem offers a comforting perspective on death, suggesting that our loved ones continue to live on in nature and in our hearts. It reassures us that they are not truly gone as long as we remember them.