Funeral Poems For Friends

Published: January 5, 2023

Friend Funeral Poems - Tributes For A Friend's Funeral

There are many traditions from around the world that determine what a funeral looks like. In some cultures the body is cremated and the ashes may be kept in an urn. In other cultures, the body is put into the ground itself without a coffin. Some traditions have people who are designated wailers who are there to help people cry. Eulogies may be said in honor of the departed. What these cultures all have in common is the desire to mark the importance of the individual's life and to mourn for the loss of the departed.

Looking for the perfect words to honor a dear friend who has passed away? Our collection of memorial poems includes poems for eulogies, speeches, and tributes. From short poems for funerals to longer, more personal tributes, you'll find the perfect poem to express your love and grief. Use these poems to help you say goodbye to a dear friend who will be greatly missed."

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1. Song
- By Christina Rossetti
in Famous Death Poems

When I am dead, my dearest,
Sing no sad songs for me;
Plant thou no roses at my head,
Nor shady cypress tree:

When I am dead, my dearest,
Sing no sad songs for me;
Plant thou no roses at my head,
Nor shady cypress tree:
Be the green grass above me
With showers and dewdrops wet;
And if thou wilt, remember,
And if thou wilt, forget.

I shall not see the shadows,
I shall not feel the rain;
I shall not hear the nightingale
Sing on, as if in pain:
And dreaming through the twilight
That doth not rise nor set,
Haply I may remember,
And haply may forget.
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2. My Wish For You
- By Debra Chesnoff
- Published: March 2011
Poem For A Dying Friend

in Loss of a Friend Poems

I wish I could give you many more years.
I wish I could erase away all of your tears.

I want to take away all of your pain.

I wish I could give you many more years.
I wish I could erase away all of your tears.

I want to take away all of your pain.
I want to give you sunshine in the rain.

May each new day be a perfect gift.
May love surround you, may your spirits lift.

If someone had to describe you, so many words come to mind.
Beauty and grace, a heart so kind.

You radiate warmth like a blazing fire.
You are courage and wisdom. You truly inspire.

You attract like a magnet beautiful things.
You sparkle and shine like a diamond ring.

You light up a room when you walk in.
If someone feels sad, you can make them grin.

You are elegant and charming. You know right from wrong.
You are the melody from a beautiful love song.

You are a breath of fresh air on a hot summer's night.
When there is darkness, you turn on the light.

I do not want these words to make you cry.
I do not want to ever say goodbye.

I believe miracles really do come true.
No one deserves one more than you.

Please know how many lives you touch.
These words are my present. You are loved so much.
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3. The Celebration Of Your Life
- By Jodi L. Daly
- Published: February 2014
Last Respects For A Friend Poem

in Loss of a Friend Poems

We are here to celebrate your life
And the measure of its worth
And every single life you touched
While you were on this earth.

We are here to celebrate your life
And the measure of its worth
And every single life you touched
While you were on this earth.
We wish to pay our last respects.
That's why we are all here,
To thank you for your friendship
And all the memories we hold dear.
It's been a privilege to have known you.
We were family, not just friends,
And we will carry you in spirit
Until we meet up once again.
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4. Farewell My Friend
- By Judy Marriott
- Published: March 2011
Funeral Poem For A Friend

in Loss of a Friend Poems

Farewell my friend, you're leaving.
It's time for you to go.
Your friendship was a blessing,
And I will miss you so.

Farewell my friend, you're leaving.
It's time for you to go.
Your friendship was a blessing,
And I will miss you so.
We shared so many secrets.
You brightened up my days.
You brought me so much happiness
With your kind and loving ways.
You lifted up my spirits
When I was feeling blue.
No matter what was happening,
You knew just what to do.
We ran between the raindrops
And walked beneath the sun,
Ran barefoot in the summertime,
And oh, we had such fun.
Through all the ups and downs of life
The good times and the sad,
From high school days to golden years,
The best friend I ever had.
God is here to take you home.
Now you and I must part.
I love you, and forever
You will live within my heart.

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5. MaryAnn's Eternal Garden
- By Sherry Rockhill
- Published: February 2014
Poem In Memory Of A Special Friend

in Loss of a Friend Poems

You can no longer see me, but please know that I am there
I am the flowers in the garden, I am the wind beneath your hair
The memories that I left behind, shall forever be with you
As for me I am in heaven now, where my life will start anew

You can no longer see me, but please know that I am there
I am the flowers in the garden, I am the wind beneath your hair
The memories that I left behind, shall forever be with you
As for me I am in heaven now, where my life will start anew

No longer do I suffer
No longer do I feel pain
I'm at peace watching you from heaven now
Until we meet again

I have always loved my flowers
With nature I was one
My flowers are in heaven now
As my time on Earth is done

I am planting my roses in heaven
My lilies and daisies too
For I want my garden to be perfect
On the day God calls for you

When you walk through the gates of Heaven
I will take you by the hand
And lead you to my eternal garden
Where we will shall never part again!
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6. Dear Friend
- By Stephanie Solis
- Published: March 2015
Poem About Looking For Hope After Death

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Today is the day you will be laid to rest,
But you know what they say,
God only takes the best.
Everything happens for a reason,

Today is the day you will be laid to rest,
But you know what they say,
God only takes the best.
Everything happens for a reason,
Even if we may not agree.
Just promise to look after us,
And if you can,
Save a spot up there for me.
The thought of never seeing you again brings tears to my eyes,
And even more so,
Because all of this was such a surprise.
But we should never question what God has planned.
Sometimes it's not meant for us to understand.
So as we sit here and mourn the loss of a beloved friend,
We have to keep telling ourselves that we will meet again.
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7. My Little Butterfly
- By Barbara Ann Rogers
- Published: January 2009
A Tribute To A Cherished Friend

in Loss of a Friend Poems

Today a little butterfly flew by me.
I thought to myself where have you been little butterfly.
You come into this world as a cocoon all by yourself and blossom into
this beautiful butterfly and fly off to see the world.

Today a little butterfly flew by me.
I thought to myself where have you been little butterfly.
You come into this world as a cocoon all by yourself and blossom into
this beautiful butterfly and fly off to see the world.
What you don't realize little butterfly as you flutter through your days
is how you touch those around you in your soft gentle way.
You don't even realize the wonder and awe you create around you.
she fluttered her wings toward me as if she was waving good-by as she
headed towards the horizon.
She looked very happy and content as she went on her way, as if to say
to me "Don't worry I'll be okay".
I was sad to see her go for she had touched my heart in such a way that
I knew my life would never be the same.
She had left an imprint of all the beauty life has to offer.
I knew each time I looked at another butterfly or horizon I would
remember our moment in time when it was only her and I.
I knew I would be a better person all because this little butterfly flew by
me one bright sunny day.
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8. Miss
- By Aliceson Campbell (Devilish)
- Published: September 2008
Poem For My Cousins Funeral

in Loss of a Friend Poems

As I sleep you roam through my mind
Sweet loving best friend of mine.
I close my eyes as soon
you will be there

As I sleep you roam through my mind
Sweet loving best friend of mine.
I close my eyes as soon
you will be there
to hold my hand and stroke my hair.
You take away my pain and all my fears
You bring me laughter then bring me tears
I have no doubts and I'm never scared
just knowing the fact that you will soon be here
You gave me strength when I had I none
you gave me courage when the day was done
you will always be in this heart of mine
My best friend till the end of time......
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9. Not Fair
- By Melissa
- Published: November 2013
Coping With The Loss Of A Friend Poem

in Loss of a Friend Poems

the way he took you just wasn't right
it was so hard to just sit back and watch you fight
knowing that soon you were going to die
I was so upset all I did was cry...

the way he took you just wasn't right
it was so hard to just sit back and watch you fight
knowing that soon you were going to die
I was so upset all I did was cry
I will never forget standing next to your hospital bed
watching your mom lean over and kiss you on the forehead
mommy needs you to wake up now baby and to be ok
I need you to fight and make it thru another day
hearing those words made my heart shatter inside
I walked out and just cried
to upset to even speak
I just felt so weak
knowing this might be it made me so sick
God came and you were the one he would pick
how could this happen it just can't be true
never again will I get to see you
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10. Lowering Your Coffin
- By Rachel Park
- Published: January 2009
in Loss of a Friend Poems

Rain drops trickling down my face,
as they wash away the tears.
I'll never forget that horrible place,
revolving around my fears....

Rain drops trickling down my face,
as they wash away the tears.
I'll never forget that horrible place,
revolving around my fears.

Seeing your coffin,
as white as snow.
You were only young,
it was to early to go!

A weary day for,
a bad occasion.
Crying and weeping,
brings a bad revelation.

I run to your coffin,
falling down to my knees.
Why did you take him!?!
Bring him back please!!!

As they lowered your coffin,
I screamed out with hate.
Three words I've never said,
which was my biggest mistake!

"I love him!",
the first time I realized.
But death is unfair,
and there's no compromise.

We spread flowers upon your,
coffin as dark as death.
But just like you,
I'm now out of breath.
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Funeral Poems For Friends

Friend Funeral Poems - Tributes For A Friend's Funeral

1. Song

2. My Wish For You

3. The Celebration Of Your Life

4. Farewell My Friend

5. MaryAnn's Eternal Garden

6. Dear Friend

7. My Little Butterfly

8. Miss

9. Not Fair

10. Lowering Your Coffin