When I Am Gone: Poems for times of loss and grief

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Originally written in 1932 on a brown paper shopping bag, “Do Not Stand at My Grave and Weep” has long been a famous funeral poem, but Mary Frye didn’t reveal herself as the author until 1990s. (She had previously made copies of the poem and circulated them privately.) This would make a great choice for those who need funeral poems for moms, grandmas, sisters, or other relationships who wouldn't want their loved ones to spend precious time weeping at their grave.

This poem by Carl Sandburg details the different lives one can hold as represented by seasons. It pictures death as an old friend, rather than something to be feared, which might be of some comfort to those in mourning. This is another example of uplifting goodbye funeral poems (especially for a mom from a daughter or other child that wishes to say goodbye to their parent). Popular funeral poem based on a short verse by David Harkins. An uplifting poem about being grateful for a loved one’s life.

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When that happens, do not attempt to instill artificial life into my body by the use of a machine. And don't call this my deathbed. Let it be called the bed of life, and let my body be taken from it to help others lead fuller lives.

Beautiful remembrance poem, ideal for a funeral reading or eulogy. Written from the point of view of the person being laid to rest. Your spirit soars beyond the moon, Your legacy will survive. You’re beautiful, you’re endless, Now stretch your wings and fly, Or you can open your eyes and see all that she has left Your heart can be empty because you can’t see herAlan Seeger was an American poet who fought in World War I, where he died after being injured in No Man's Land. His poetry featured death prominently, and his poem "I Have a Rendezvous with Death" was one of John F. Kennedy's favorites. Many people find that funeral poetry helps them express emotions that they have difficulty expressing on their own. When choosing poems for funerals, memorial services or celebrations of life, you don’t need to limit yourself to poems explicitly written about death or for funerals; any poem that speaks to you and feels appropriate is fine. Your family will never forget you, So rest your little head. I know God will look after you, Now you are truly alive,

Many poets depict death as a journey or adventure that one embarks on at the end of life. Alfred Tennyson writes about death here as though he's taking a ship out to sea, a popular metaphor. This is a great choice for those who are looking for funeral poems for a dad or brother given the themes expressed throughout. While Margaret Mead was known more for her work in cultural anthropology than for her poetry, “Remember Me has become a common funeral poem, as it provides a notion of togetherness, even after someone has passed. For those who have lost a mother, grandmother, or other loved one (and are in search of positive and happy funeral poems) this would make an excellent to addition to your collection. When honoring a grandmother (or other maternal figure), the poems you select for the funeral can reflect their desires to continue supporting their loved ones and to foster a feeling of connection though they're no longer physically present. This short poem is both impactful and easy to quote in a eulogy, funeral program or condolence note. Short funeral verse written by Joyce Grenfell with a message about finding ways to cope with grief carry on after losing a loved one. Of a person as a person, regardless of birth. Not, what was their church, nor what was their creed?Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Written by Victorian poet, Christina Rossetti, as just a teenager, “When I am dead, my dearest” (also known as “Song”) tells the reader that it doesn’t matter if she remembered or forgotten after her death, because she will not know. The poem has an agnostic bend, making it more common at non-religious funerals. If you're looking for poems to say goodbye at a funeral, this is an excellent choice. The following verses are among the most popular for a funeral. Similar to funeral songs and hymns, there are a number of poems and verses which are frequently chosen for funeral services. God took another angel, And that angel, dear, was you. Angel wings, upon the clouds, Your body softly sleeps, Walt Whitman wrote “O Captain! My Captain!” following Abraham Lincoln’s assassination in 1865. The poem uses a metaphor to describe Lincoln leading the U.S. through the Civil War, only to die just as the country begins to celebrate. Unfortunately, many people can relate to the feeling of mourning that comes after losing someone just as things are starting to get better.

Poems and verses for funerals can bring comfort during such an upsetting and difficult time. Some poems can be uplifting, whilst others may be quite emotional or even funny. Here are some suggestions for anyone wishing to choose a moving poem or verse for their loved one’s funeral. This poem by Rabindranath Tagore is a reflection on the narrator’s contentment with his life and gratitude to his or her friends for their companionship and support. The poem ends with a hope that they will live on after death in the memory of these friends. You’re loved by so many, It will never be goodbye. Close your pretty eyes, No more tears, just go and rest,Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.