Family Death Poems

Grief and Loss: Poems for Remembering a Family Member

A death in the family leaves a void that cannot be filled. No one can ever take the place of this individual in the world. We should not try to comfort the family by saying that "it was his time anyway", or, "he was suffering". These may be words of comfort later. However, there must be time to mourn the fact that things will never be the same. One minute he was here and now he is gone. The human mind must be allowed to sit with this reality. Mourning is a necessary part of the human experience. If it is ignored, a general feeling of sadness may pervade the whole family.

21 Poems for Coping with the Loss of a Loved One

1. In Your Heart
- By Thomas S Carver
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
A breathtaking and beautiful poem about a relationship between father and daughter throughout their lives.

We're Together Though We're Apart

He was so proud of his little girl.
It was her very first day of school.
He walked with her to school that day,
And she held his hand all the way.

He was so proud of his little girl.
It was her very first day of school.
He walked with her to school that day,
And she held his hand all the way.
They walked together quiet and sad,
A little girl and her loving dad.
Into the school her father led,
But he almost cried when she said,
"Daddy, Daddy, please don't go.
Don't leave me here all alone.
I'll miss you if you go away,
And I might need you; can't you stay?"
"Little Daughter, please don't cry.
You'll be okay, so dry your eyes.
You have our memories in your heart.
We're together though we're apart."

He sat up front on her wedding day
And cried as his daughter walked away.
Later that night he watched her dance.
He sat there waiting for his chance.
The band started to play their song.
Father and daughter danced along.
She looked at him and saw a tear
Then leaned and whispered in his ear,
"Daddy, Daddy, I have to go.
I hate to leave you all alone.
I'll miss you when I go away,
But if you need me then I'll stay."
"Little Daughter, I'll be just fine.
I'll love you always; you are mine.
I have our memories in my heart.
We're together though we're apart."

She came in his room and kissed his head
Then sat next to his hospital bed.
He took her hand and held it tight
And wished he had the strength to fight.
They sat together, quiet and sad,
A daughter and her dying dad.
He saw the tears she tried to hide.
She looked at him and then she cried.
"Daddy, Daddy, please don't go.
Don't leave me here all alone.
I'll miss you when you go away.
I still need you; you have to stay."
"Little Daughter, I love you so.
I want to stay but have to go.
I'll always be here in your heart.
We're together though we're apart."
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2. Always There
- By Emma Marie Etwell
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2015
I wrote this poem a while back after a loved one died.

Poem About Loved One Watching Over Us

When you remember me,
Please do not weep.
My body may not be there.
It has chosen to sleep.

When you remember me,
Please do not weep.
My body may not be there.
It has chosen to sleep.
I'm not that far away.
My soul lives on,
Looking down, watching over
You and everyone.
And when you feel sad
And life seems so blue,
Just remember
That my spirit has its arms around you.
And on those special days,
Times that you wish I could see,
That cool breeze flowing past you...
Well, that will be me,
So don't be sad.
Have no fear.
God has taken me under his wing,
But I'll always be near.
I still watch you
Every minute, every day.
My love and soul are with you,
And that's where they will stay.
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3. Tears Fall From My Eyes
- By Nichole T
- Published by Family Friend Poems August 2013
In December 2012, our family lost another leaf from our family tree...RiP Justin Akers

Comforting Poem About Death

As tears roll down my face,
I know you're in a better place.
I close my eyes to see your face,
suddenly I feel a warm embrace.

As tears roll down my face,
I know you're in a better place.
I close my eyes to see your face,
suddenly I feel a warm embrace.
With a smile so wide,
it brings tears to my eyes.
I try so hard not to cry;
all of my pain I cannot hide.
You always knew just what to say
to anyone having a bad day.
I don't know if I will ever understand,
but it must be part of God's plan.
As I look up toward the blue sky,
I imagine you spreading your wings to fly.
Be sure to give your Mom a sign
so she knows you are in Heaven
and everything is fine.
Tell everyone there I send my love
to all of the angels up above.
As the tears roll down my face,
I know you are in a better place.

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4. In Memory
- By Kimberly N. Chastain
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
One's life can be measured by those he leaves behind.

A thousand times we needed you.
A thousand times we cried.
If love alone could have saved you,
you never would have died.

A thousand times we needed you.
A thousand times we cried.
If love alone could have saved you,
you never would have died.
A heart of gold stopped beating;
two twinkling eyes closed to rest.
God broke our hearts to prove he only took the best;
never a day goes by that you're not in my heart and my soul.
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5. You Will See Them Someday
- By Stephan Banks
- Published by Family Friend Poems October 2008
From birth, I was brought up by my Nan and Granddad. I looked upon them with great respect as a father and mother to me. I lost them within two years when I was 14 years and then one at 16 years old. I am now 30, married with two children to occupy my mind, but there is never a week that goes by without sharing a thought for them. RIP Les and Marion.

Death Of Nan And Granddad

When you lose someone, it can be hard to take
the pain that you feel when your heart has to break.
The memories you keep are all in your mind
as you search your soul for more to find.

When you lose someone, it can be hard to take
the pain that you feel when your heart has to break.
The memories you keep are all in your mind
as you search your soul for more to find.
The way their skin felt, the smell of their hair
as you keep thinking over and shedding a tear.
The years may pass, memories fade to grey,
but you're getting no younger; you'll see them someday.
Unconditional love is never forgotten.
Look deep in your heart; it is there at the bottom.
Alone in the dark, sometimes in fear,
voices from loved ones you're hoping to hear.
More years pass, they soon fly by,
but you're always looked upon from those in the sky.
Surrounded by clouds and pure white doves,
they listen and watch, sending you love.
Just remember one thing as you sit and you pray.
They will be there to greet you; you will see them someday.
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6. I Miss
- By Ailsa L. Darragh
- Published by Family Friend Poems November 2020
I wrote this poem on the anniversary of losing my mum. I was only 15 when I lost my mum to cancer, then tragically lost my dad 15 months later from a heart attack. I'm 43 years old now, and despite the number of years that have passed, I still miss them every day and the life that I would have had with them.

Missing My Parents

I miss your face; I miss your smile.
I wish I could see you once in a while.
I miss your laugh; I miss your love.
I hope you are watching with pride from above.

I miss your face; I miss your smile.
I wish I could see you once in a while.
I miss your laugh; I miss your love.
I hope you are watching with pride from above.
I miss so much not having you here,
Guiding me in life and having you near.
I miss you, Mum; I miss you, Dad,
Forever in my heart with the memories we had.
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7. A Face Among The Stars
- By Rebecca Ginns
- Published by Family Friend Poems June 2011
This poem is dedicated to my cousin, Matthew. I wrote this poem after learning the terrible news of losing Matthew. He was driving home one evening when a drunk driver ran a red light. Matthew perished in the incident. I never got to meet Matthew as he and I lived on opposite sides of Australia.

I looked for you this morning,
I looked for you last night,
I looked for you everywhere,
But you were not in sight.

I looked for you this morning,
I looked for you last night,
I looked for you everywhere,
But you were not in sight.
I looked up to the night sky above,
And saw your face in the stars.
It was then I realized,
You're not here anymore
But you'll always be with me...
You will always be in my heart.
Life is something all of us must borrow
Returning it in time, to whence it came.
Goodbye doesn't mean you're gone,
So long as I still love you,
Your memory will live on.

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8. The Loss Of A Cousin
- By Collette N. Alaniz
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006
With a tragic loss, the pain of separation is overwhelming.

My eyes filled up with tears as I heard the news.
It never occurred to me how much I could lose.
I find myself wishing that it wasn't real.
Every time I think about it, pain is all I can feel.

My eyes filled up with tears as I heard the news.
It never occurred to me how much I could lose.
I find myself wishing that it wasn't real.
Every time I think about it, pain is all I can feel.
Tears fall from my eyes; I can barely see,
But my heart tells me that he'll always be with me.
I'm glad he feels no pain now; he lives in a perfect land.
I can still feel the soft touch on my shoulder of his loving hand.
I lie in bed and cry at night,
And I don't feel any better in the morning light.
I will love and miss him forever,
Until the day we are again together.
Together in that perfect place above,
Filled with caring, sharing, and love,
But until that day comes--I will wipe my tears away
And hope to see him again someday.
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9. Gone Away
- By Diana Blokzyl
- Published by Family Friend Poems August 2008
I wrote this poem for my father-in-law when he passed away in 2004. His children decided they wanted it printed on his memorial folder for the funeral.

Poem For The Death Of My Father-In-Law

An Angel whispered,
"Take my hand and
come with me;
your work here is done."

An Angel whispered,
"Take my hand and
come with me;
your work here is done."

I went away to a place
where there's no tears nor sorrow,
only laughter and smiles.
There will always be a tomorrow.

As I move amongst the clouds.
I'll look down and smile upon you,
while the angels
sing a heavenly song.

I am not alone.
All who went before
are here;
they awaited my return.

I know you'll grieve
and wish I was still here.
I am here in the memories
you hold dear.

Remember how much I
love you,
and know I took your
love with me.

I did not wish for
you to cry nor feel sad.
My pain is gone and
I am free!

Soon you'll come to me.
Until then,
God will be with you
Just as He's with me.
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10. Flying Free
- By Ann D. Stevenson
- Published by Family Friend Poems June 4, 2021
I was with someone, who was almost like family to me, when she died peacefully. A release from cancer and a touch of dementia. She had already lost her husband, son and daughter, so I liked to feel that she would be able to join them once more. Just after she died, I saw an owl pass by; it felt like her spirit passing.

Sometimes Death Can Be A Release

A whispered breath
and then your soul
flew, silent and swift,
like a passing owl.

A whispered breath
and then your soul
flew, silent and swift,
like a passing owl.

Away from pain
and muddled brain,
now free to join
lost loved ones again.

The memories stay,
your love, your smile,
part of our lives
for a long, long while.
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11. Goodbye
- By Mike Brown
- Published by Family Friend Poems June 2008
Dedicated to my cousin, Amanda.
Just 17 years old, texting at the wheel of a car, ran off the road and hit a tree.

Death Of A Cousin

I'll never forget the times we talked,
I'll never forget the secrets.
I keep them in my heart, they're locked,
All the times we shared so happily.

I'll never forget the times we talked,
I'll never forget the secrets.
I keep them in my heart, they're locked,
All the times we shared so happily.

I'll always remember the way you laughed,
Your smile and your scent.
All the times we shared together,
All the times that we spent.

Holiday get togethers will never be the same,
Without you there to share the joy.
To watch the kiddies grow and play
And their excitement of a new toy.

Now that you're gone
All we can do is cry,
Because if love alone could have saved you
You never would have died.
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12. Missing You
- By Raven
- Published by Family Friend Poems July 2009
This is to my cousin who had passed away on December 8, 2006.

Cousin Passed Away Poem

My eyes fill up in tears,
as I miss you through the years.
I lie in bed at night
as I think of this scary fright.

My eyes fill up in tears,
as I miss you through the years.
I lie in bed at night
as I think of this scary fright.

I love you with all my heart.
I wish we wouldn't have to be apart.
I keep thinking that this can't be real.
I wish you only knew how I feel.

Tears roll down my face
To see you in such a happy place.
I hope we will meet again someday
So the pain inside me will wash away.
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13. Involuntary Acceptance
- By Paula Lahey
- Published by Family Friend Poems July 2008
Accepting death

Accepting Death

Even though
We're far apart,
You'll always be
In our heart.

Even though
We're far apart,
You'll always be
In our heart.

He loved you then,
We love you now.
Kept from your life,
We don't know how.

Perhaps one day
A chance we'll be given.
Until that time,
You'll be missed where we're living.

We'll hope for the best
But expect the worst,
That you'll change your mind,
For this we'll thirst.

Whether you do or don't
We may never know,
But never forget,
We still love you so.
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14. One More
- By Maranda G. Brice
- Published by Family Friend Poems March 2011
I wrote this poem for my cousin, Debbie Taylor, who was also my teacher at the Christian School I go to. I miss her so much. It just doesn't seem real that she is gone. I prayed for God to help me with my poetry and this one just came pouring out of me. I just wish I had gotten more time with her. I wanted her to see me graduate, get married, have kids, and become a teacher like her. I just wanted one more everything with her. I guess that is why I titled this poem One More.

Death Of A Cousin

When the sunny skies turn from blue to gray,
I can't help but wonder just what you would say?

I wonder if you know how many lives you have touched.

When the sunny skies turn from blue to gray,
I can't help but wonder just what you would say?

I wonder if you know how many lives you have touched.
Do you know that people here love you so much?

Can you even know how many dreams you made come true,
Or if you can hear the voices saying I love you?

Do you know how many lives you have changed
And how many lives you completely rearranged?

I wish I could have just one more year,
Because I can't picture the rest of my life without you here.

Just another chance to spend the night and share a laugh.
Another day of school with you is what I'd like to have.

Do you know you'll be greatly missed by us all?
Just one more time I want to hear your voice when I call.

Just one more laugh, one more time to see you walk through the door.
Another smile, another story, another hug, another day...just one more.
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15. Our Dearest Little Nephew Jacob
- By Renee
- Published by Family Friend Poems March 2011
I wrote this poem for my nephew Jacob. He sadly passed away after living such a short life. The illness is still unexplained and makes it that much harder to get through these days without him. He has so many friends and family that love him more than our hearts could ever explain. He's with us forever!

Our dearest little Jacob
Who was so pure and so true.
It's not at all right
What has happened to you.

Our dearest little Jacob
Who was so pure and so true.
It's not at all right
What has happened to you.

Where did you go?
Why did you leave?
You should have gone home
And been able to believe.

We know you're okay
And know that you're happy,
But it shouldn't be this way.
It's just no way to be.

Our dearest little Jacob
Whose hands were so small,
You were so young
When you had left us all.

You were one of a kind
And so easy to remember.
You're never forgotten
And in our hearts forever.

These days are so different.
They're no way the same.
It's now filled with sadness;
So many tears and so much pain.

Our dearest little Jacob
Who had only four short years.
You touched so many hearts
In the time you spent here.

You're looking down from above
With your new beautiful wings,
But we miss you so much
And it's so hard to stop weeping.

Take care of your mommy.
Always be by her side.
Give her sweet kisses
While she's sleeping at night.

Our dearest little Jacob,
You may no longer be here,
But know we love you dearly
And we know you're always near.

R.I.P. Jacob Allen 7/26/05-1/29/10 with us forever!
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16. Dad, Where Are You?
- By KK Tex
- Published by Family Friend Poems November 2007
My father past away last year (from a long fight with cancer), two months after my son was born. Everyone said he was "waiting" to see the baby. When he saw him he seemed so sad. he finally realized he would never really know him. This is what breaks my heart. I can't even enjoy my son with out missing my dad.

Grandfather Will Never Know Grandson

Gone...but where?
I can't call you on the phone
I can't knock on your door
No matter how loud I scream you can't respond

Gone...but where?
I can't call you on the phone
I can't knock on your door
No matter how loud I scream you can't respond

I held your hand as you took your last agonizing breath
You fought with your heart and your soul
you fought for me and to watch my son grow, but you lost..
we lost

My son will never know you;
how funny you were
how generous you were
how there was nothing that could stop you from giving me everything I needed and wanted...except this

You won't be able to walk me down the aisle
You won't see me graduate from college
You won't comfort me as life pushes me down

where are you?
I want to hug you and tell you I love you Again
I want sit and have hot cocoa and coffee together
I want to laugh and smile the way only you could make me
I miss you like crazy dad
I just wish I could find you somewhere out there to let you know.
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17. Without You
- By Brittany Callahan
- Published by Family Friend Poems January 2008
A poem, spoken in the words of my mother, about the treacherous loss of a wonderful father, husband, son, and uncle. This poem is dedicated to Eddie Blanton, my dad, whom I loved very much, as did his whole family. R.I.P~Dad. May 24th, 1967 - July 4th, 2007

Death Of Husband And Father

The days without you are lonely,
The nights without you are cold,
But even though you are gone now
That burning passion will never grow old.

The days without you are lonely,
The nights without you are cold,
But even though you are gone now
That burning passion will never grow old.
Sometimes I cry myself to sleep at night ,
Just knowing that you are gone, but it makes
Me feel better knowing that you are peacefully at Home.
Your body lays at rest now,
It's Harder than I thought,
Just knowing you are
Gone for good, and thinking it's all my fault.
Time will have to take its course now,
For There's nothing left to do.
Just always remember that I still care and that I will
Forever love you.
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18. Just One More Day
- By Tanya Heasman
- Published by Family Friend Poems February 2008
Desperately wanting just one more day with a deceased loved one. I will always miss you, Poppa. xoxo

Wanting Another Day With A Loved One

Sitting sadly on my bed
Listening to the wild winds blow,
Crying bitterly behind my hair,
Trying not to let it show.

Sitting sadly on my bed
Listening to the wild winds blow,
Crying bitterly behind my hair,
Trying not to let it show.

Knowing that you won't be back.
You left without good-byes,
Never to mend my broken heart,
Letting loose my cries.

Every day I waited
And every day I prayed,
Hoping God would leave you here
At least just one more day.
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19. In Heaven With My Son
- By Shane C.
- Published by Family Friend Poems November 2013
My Friend passed away 5 years ago and 2 weeks ago his father passed, They use to go on long trips together in the fathers truck. Rest In Peace Ivan and Daf.

Behind the stars in the sky
In the heavens up above
My Dad's big truck is starting up
Two of us angels in the front

Behind the stars in the sky
In the heavens up above
My Dad's big truck is starting up
Two of us angels in the front

As we move up through the gears
Just smiles and love, no tears
Life's worries have all gone
Just quality time for a father and his son

As heaven is all around us
Johnny Cash sings our favourite songs
No rush, no time, no deadlines
We're back where we belong

We laugh and talk of old times
And how special they have been
The view from here in heaven
Is like nothing we've ever seen

And although we miss our loved ones
We'll pray to keep you strong
and we'll wait at heaven's gates
for when you come along
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20. My Cousin, My Angel, My Best Friend
- By Terri Brown
- Published by Family Friend Poems January 2021
I lost my cousin right before Christmas. He was my best friend, and I have been broken since he died. This poem is very special to me.

The News Of A Cousin's Death

I put a letter in your coffin,
One only you could ever read.
I said how much I love you.
It shows you how I plead.

I put a letter in your coffin,
One only you could ever read.
I said how much I love you.
It shows you how I plead.

How I wish you were still here,
And how I'm broken now that you're gone.
I cry and weep and beg,
I want back my cousin John.

But I know you're not coming back,
And it repeatedly breaks my heart.
There are a thousand things I want to say;
I've thought of a thousand more since we've been apart.

You were gone so suddenly.
We never had any warning.
I'll never forget how my heart broke
When I heard the news that morning.

They told me how you were gone,
But their words I refused to believe.
I said you'd never leave us;
I didn't know how to grieve.

You had so much life left to live;
I wish it were all pretend.
But my heart knows I've lost you
My cousin, my angel, my Best Friend
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Family Death Poems

Grief and Loss: Poems for Remembering a Family Member

21 Poems for Coping with the Loss of a Loved One

1. In Your Heart

A breathtaking and beautiful poem about a relationship between father and daughter throughout their lives.

2. Always There

I wrote this poem a while back after a loved one died.

3. Tears Fall From My Eyes

In December 2012, our family lost another leaf from our family tree...RiP Justin Akers

4. In Memory

One's life can be measured by those he leaves behind.

5. You Will See Them Someday

6. I Miss

7. A Face Among The Stars

This poem is dedicated to my cousin, Matthew. I wrote this poem after learning the terrible news of losing Matthew. He was driving home one evening when a drunk driver ran a red light. Matthew perished in the incident. I never got to meet Matthew as he and I lived on opposite sides of Australia.

8. The Loss Of A Cousin

With a tragic loss, the pain of separation is overwhelming.

9. Gone Away

I wrote this poem for my father-in-law when he passed away in 2004. His children decided they wanted it printed on his memorial folder for the funeral.

10. Flying Free

11. Goodbye

Dedicated to my cousin, Amanda. Just 17 years old, texting at the wheel of a car, ran off the road and hit a tree.

12. Missing You

This is to my cousin who had passed away on December 8, 2006.

13. Involuntary Acceptance

Accepting death

14. One More

15. Our Dearest Little Nephew Jacob

16. Dad, Where Are You?

17. Without You

A poem, spoken in the words of my mother, about the treacherous loss of a wonderful father, husband, son, and uncle. This poem is dedicated to Eddie Blanton, my dad, whom I loved very much, as did his whole family. R.I.P~Dad. May 24th, 1967 - July 4th, 2007

18. Just One More Day

Desperately wanting just one more day with a deceased loved one. I will always miss you, Poppa. xoxo

19. In Heaven With My Son

My Friend passed away 5 years ago and 2 weeks ago his father passed, They use to go on long trips together in the fathers truck. Rest In Peace Ivan and Daf.

20. My Cousin, My Angel, My Best Friend

I lost my cousin right before Christmas. He was my best friend, and I have been broken since he died. This poem is very special to me.

Dedicated to my cousin, Amanda.
Just 17 years old, texting at the wheel of a car, ran off the road and hit a tree.