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25 Memorial Quotes (Funeral Quotes) To Use In A Eulogy Or Obituary

25 Memorial Quotes (Funeral Quotes) To Use In A Eulogy Or Obituary

Reviewed By: William Prout

Cross Checked By: Joshua Siegel

When tasked with writing a eulogy or obituary, putting complicated emotions and an entire life to pen and paper can be both intimidating and painstaking. If struggling to find the right words, including a memorial quote in a eulogy or obituary can be the missing piece you are looking for. Below is a list of 25 memorial quotes that can say what you feel when you can’t find right the words.

    Memorial Quotes For Nature Lovers

    Sometimes we can find solace in the natural world. These quotes understand that death is a natural part of life and seek to find answers within the world around us. These funeral quotes are perfect for those with a love of nature.

    1. “For life and death are one, even as the river and the sea are one.” – from the poem, On Death by Khalil Gibran
    2. “Seeing death as the end of life is like seeing the horizon as the end of the ocean.” – David Searls
    3. “The true meaning of life is to plant trees, under whose shade you do not expect to sit.” – Nelson Henderson
    4. “Perhaps they are not stars, but rather openings in heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know they are happy.” – Eskimo proverb
    5. “Death is not extinguishing the light. It is putting out the lamp because the dawn has come.” – Rabindranath Tagore 

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    Memorial Quotes To Remember Loved Ones By

    Sometimes, we can find comfort in remembering that loved ones can live on through our memories and hearts. These memorial quotes serve as a reminder that goodbye is not necessarily final.

    1. “There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are, you will always be in my heart.” – Gandhi
    2. “What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller
    3. “For everything exists and not one sigh nor smile nor tear, one hair nor particle of dust, not one can pass away.” – William Blake
    4. “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – from II. Freedom Hallowed Ground by Thomas Campbell
    5. “Life is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only a horizon; and a horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.” – Rossiter Worthington Raymond 

    Memorial Quotes For A Life Well-Lived

    In addition to remembrance, a memorial service can also be a celebration of life. These funeral quotes find the joy in a life well-lived, perfect for encapsulating one’s joyous spirit. During a time of grief, these quotes are a reminder of happier times.

    1. “Don’t cry because it’s over, smile because it happened.” – Dr. Seuss
    2. “We are all stories in the end, remembered by the adventures we had, the achievements we made and the people we loved. So make sure your story is a good one.” – Nishan Panwar
    3. “As is a tale, so is a life: Not how long it is, but how good it is, is what matters.” – Seneca
    4. “He has achieved success who has lived well, laughed often and loved much.’ – from Success by Bessie Anderson Stanley
    5. “That best portion of a good man’s life, his little, nameless, unremembered, acts of kindness and of love.” – from Lines Composed a Few Miles above Tintern Abbey, On Revisiting the Banks of the Wye During a Tour. July 13, 1798 by William Wordsworth

    Funeral Quotes for Parents

    Looking for meaningful in memory of quotes to honor a parent? These touching words are perfect for memorial cards, headstones, and funeral messages.

    1. “A father’s guiding hand will remain on my shoulder forever.”
    2. “Mom, your love is the light that still guides me.”

    These short tribute messages remind us that a parent's love never fades, even in their absence.

    Quotes for a Spouse or Partner

    Losing a partner is one of life’s hardest moments. These funeral quotes help express love that lasts beyond life.

    1. “You were my home, and now I carry you in my soul.”
    2. “Even in death, our love endures.”

    These quotes are also fitting for obituary phrases that reflect deep companionship.

    Memorial Sayings for a Child or Infant

    Sometimes, the most emotional memorial quotes for loved ones are those dedicated to children.

    1. “Too brief a visit, too lasting a love.”
    2. “An angel in the book of life wrote down our baby’s birth, then whispered, ‘Too beautiful for Earth.’”

    These tender in loving memory quotes gently acknowledge a loss that's hard to put into words.

    Celebration of Life Quotes for Friends

    When honoring a friend with a joyful memorial, these celebration of life quotes can open a service or caption a tribute post.

    1. “Friends are chosen family—yours was a life worth celebrating.”
    2. “Your friendship made ordinary days extraordinary.”

    Use them as opening words for a celebration of life or simply as part of a heartfelt speech.

    Memorial Quotes For Parents And Grand Parents

    Memorial Quotes for Parents
    1. "In our hearts, you will always stay, loved and remembered every day. Your legacy lives on in the love and values you instilled in us."
    One of the best obituary phrases to honor a parent’s enduring impact.

    2. "A parent’s love is eternal, and though you are no longer with us, your guidance and care continue to light our way."
    This phrase captures the timeless bond between parent and child, making it one of the best obituary phrases for a beloved mother or father.

    3. "You gave us everything, and now we carry your wisdom and love in our hearts, forever grateful for the life you shared with us."
    A heartfelt phrase that encapsulates the gratitude felt towards a parent, perfect for an obituary.

    4. "Though you are gone, the love you gave us remains, a beautiful reminder of your presence in our lives."
    This memorial quote serves as a comforting phrase in an obituary, emphasizing the lasting love of a parent.

    Uplifting Funeral Quotes for All Loved Ones

    No matter the relationship, these timeless sayings work for a variety of memorials and obituary messages.

    1. “Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.”

    2. “What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose.”

    3. “Memories are the timeless treasures of the heart.”

    These universal funeral quotes resonate with anyone grieving, yet celebrating life.

    Bonus: How to Use These Quotes

    These memorial sayings and short tribute messages can be used in:

    • Eulogies and obituaries

    • Memorial service programs

    • Funeral speeches

    • Online tributes and social media

    • Headstone inscriptions

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