Father's Day Poems

Father's Day Poems

Poems Celebrating Dad and Father's Day

Father's Day is not as respected and popularly observed as Mother's Day. There is a simple reason for this. Although almost everyone has difficult issues with their mothers, there is no doubt as to their mother's love. The same is not true for fathers. Because men have a more difficult time expressing their feelings to their children, many children go through life with the mistaken notion that their fathers don't love them. This is a tragedy because fathers generally love their children dearly and often work long hours so that they can raise their children in comfort.

36 Poems for Father's Day

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  1. 1. Wish You Were Here


    • By Diana Doyle
    • Published by Family Friend Poems May 2008 with permission of the Author.

    Three months have passed.
    I'll never forget the day
    Someone rang to tell me
    That you'd gone away.

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    About two months ago I lost my father. I cannot say that it was unexpected, yet now I realize that there is nothing in life that can prepare us to bear this void. He remained in the intensive...

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  3. 2. My Dad


    • By Disarae G. Kuhn
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2006 with permission of the Author.

    I know this man
    Who is dear to my heart.
    Suddenly one day
    It was torn all apart.

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    When I lost my dad to suicide, I read this poem to my family. I then decided that I wanted to share this with our close family at his service. Any day when I really miss him and when it's...

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  5. 3. Silent, Strong Dad


    • By Karen K. Boyer
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2006 with permission of the Author.

    He never looks for praises.
    He's never one to boast.
    He just goes on quietly working
    For those he loves the most.

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    I was born blind. I, like my father, had congenital (at birth) bilateral (both sides) cataracts. My vision was far worse than dad's though. My dad was always there (along with my mom) to...

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  6. 4. In Her Eyes

    • By Michelle W. Emerson
    • Published by Family Friend Poems April 2006 with permission of the Author.

    The depth of a father's love shows in his daughter's eyes.
    What's known is what's shown from sunset to sunrise.
    A foundation built on more than just what is spoken.
    It's commitments kept and promises that go unbroken.

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    me and my dad are going through some tough times right now. He is not someone who easily forgives even if it's something small. I'm a teenager and it's just me and him. I tell him everyday...

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  7. 5. Special Hero


    • By Christina M. Kerschen
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2006 with permission of the Author.

    When I was a baby,
    you would hold me in your arms.
    I felt the love and tenderness,
    keeping me safe from harm.

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    I don't know how it feels, but I sure understand what this poem is all about. How I wish my dad was caring. To me, he only carries the title and doesn't act the meaning.

  8. 6. My Blessing In Life


    • By Jessica L. Newsome
    • Published by Family Friend Poems August 2006 with permission of the Author.

    Every morning I wake up and see
    The most handsome man lying next to me.
    He's the one I cherish and love,
    A blessing sent from Heaven above.

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    Married thirty seven years, and it still feels like yesterday. Communication is the road to success. Best wishes to all. Belfast xxx

  9. 7. Daddy, I Love You

    • By Laura Phipps
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    You held me up when I was weak.
    You hugged me close when tears I'd weep.
    When things got hard, you pushed me through.
    You always showed me you loved me true.

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    My dad passed away 2 months ago and I can not forget and my mom and I are sad. I know that he is not in any more pain in heaven.

  10. 8. My Dad


    • By Vicky Frye
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2015 with permission of the Author.

    If I could write a story,
    It would be the greatest ever told.
    I'd write about my daddy,
    For he had a heart of gold.

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    • Votes 2014
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    Hi. I just lost my Daddy September 28, 2023. I am a 60 year old woman who lives in my hometown. So when my brothers and son told my my daddy was ill, I immediately called his doctor and got...

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  11. 9. Father's Day In Heaven

    • By Ron Tranmer
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2014 with permission of the Author.

    I love you and I miss you, Dad,
    and though you've passed away,
    you'll never be forgotten,
    for I think of you each day.

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    My lovely dad passed away July 1, 1995. He had a heart of gold and would help anybody. He taught me everything I needed to know, and that's made me who I am today. I have a lot of happy...

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  12. 10. Memories Of My Dad

    • By Rebecca D. Cook
    • Published by Family Friend Poems November 2006 with permission of the Author.

    He wasn't a hero
    Known by the world,
    But a hero he was
    To his little girl.

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    Awesome appreciation and wonderful thanksgiving to a father. No love and care can be compared with that of a father. My dad, too, is my friend and guide who always remains beside me and helps...

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  13. 11. Father

    • By Jennifer S. Williams
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    When I scratched my knee,
    Or if I bumped my head,
    When I was afraid of the dark,
    Or that thing under my bed,

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    Dear Dad, I want you to know I love you so much. What an amazing poem. I love everything you do for all of us. Love, Bella

  14. 12. My Daddy

    • By Ranja Kujala
    • Published by Family Friend Poems July 2009 with permission of the Author.

    I sit and look back to how far I can remember,
    And you are always there next to me.
    Each and every day you were helping me grow up,
    And making me be the best that I can be.

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    I really loved this poem. It's very touching and helpful because my dad's not here, but he is always in my heart. It helps me when he's gone.

  15. 13. Dad, What's It Like In Heaven?


    If time exists in heaven,
    Do you still rise with the sun?
    Do you and Mom share breakfast
    Before your day has begun?

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    This is a wonderful sentimental poem. It depicts a loving relationship between father and child. My father came into my life as an adult and unfortunately we did not get to make many...

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  16. 14. My Father, My Friend

    • By Peggy Stewart
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2015 with permission of the Author.

    For my father, my friend,
    This to me you have always been.
    Through the good times and the bad,
    Your understanding I have had.

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    I love this poem. My papa is the masterpiece of God as my father. I have seen him in pain when I was suffering, and he had suffered much more than me to get me out. In those horrible days,...

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  17. 15. Happy Father's Day

    • By Elisa Garcia
    • Published by Family Friend Poems September 2008 with permission of the Author.

    I was not sure what to get you
    On this very special day
    So I decided to write this poem from my heart
    I have some things I need to say:

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    Through you I have learned to show dedication. Even though it has been hard times but in future I know that you will always be with me as well as I will be with you Amen

  18. 16. A Different Kind Of Hero

    • By Kelsee Briscoe
    • Published by Family Friend Poems February 2006 with permission of the Author.

    He is not the kind of hero who is fighting in the war.
    He is not one who sails offshore.

    I don't call him Sergeant, Captain, or Sir.

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    Me too, but my dad is always at the coast for his work. I miss him so much, and now he is never here for Father's Day. I wish he could stay at home with my family.

  19. 17. You're My Best Friend

    • By Ashley
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2010 with permission of the Author.

    You're more than a dad
    But a kind, loving man

    You showed me the ways

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    I know your pain, and l can relate it with mine, dear. Mine has taken ages without calling or visiting, and he's someone l always wish to be beside me whenever l feel like I'm lost. I lost...

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  20. 18. My Father's Love

    • By Wendy Nichols
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2014 with permission of the Author.

    My father's love never places judgment on me,
    his love comes unconditional and unselfishly.

    For all the things you've done to show how much you care,

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    • Rating 4.31
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    I am so glad to have stumbled upon this poem. In my moment of grief, this has given me the strength to strive to be a dad like this for my two daughters. Many thanks and much love.

  21. 19. Daddy, I Love You

    • By Tava
    • Published by Family Friend Poems March 2008 with permission of the Author.

    Daddy, I love you
    For all that you do.
    I'll kiss you and hug you
    'Cause you love me too.

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    • Votes 500
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    Dad, you are
    My Friend,
    My Hero,
    And I love you
    With all my heart!

  22. 20. Man Of The Year

    • By Aimee Rice
    • Published by Family Friend Poems June 2010 with permission of the Author.

    You've been in our lives for so many seasons.
    I'm pouring my heart out for that very reason.
    I've given you life, my husband and friend.
    Our love affair shall never end,

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    • Stories 1
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    • Favorited 60
    • Votes 1076
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    I gave this poem to my dad on fathers day and he had tears in eyes because that is how sweet this poem is

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