When we reflect on the lives we have led, the people we have loved, and the moments we have shared, it can be difficult to imagine a time without them. And yet, that is the reality of death: one day we are no longer in the company of those we love.
On the occasions we celebrate life, it is important to remember that death is always present as well. Certain traditions, like flowers and wine, remind us that life will end, but there are also many thoughtful and heartfelt messages that can be sent to commemorate a loved one’s death anniversary.
There are many different ways to say goodbye to someone who has passed away. Some people choose to have a large funeral, while others might prefer a simple ceremony. Some people choose to celebrate their life in every way possible, while others might prefer to keep things low-key.
Regardless of what people choose to do, it is important to remember the person who has died. Some people choose to celebrate their life with a death anniversary message, while others might prefer to remember their loved one with quotes.
Here are some death anniversary messages and quotes to think about:
“To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die.” – Thomas Campbell
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves a memory no one can steal.” – Irish Sayings
“When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.” – Unknown
“Nothing can ever take away the love a heart holds dear. Fond memories linger every day and remembrance keeps them near.” – Unknown
“Remembering you is easy, I do it every day, but missing you is a heartache that never goes away.” – Unknown
“There are no goodbyes for us. Wherever you are you will always be in my heart.” – Gandhi
“To me, fair friend, you never can be old, For as you were when first your eye I eyed, Such seems your beauty still.” – William Shakespeare
“Death ends a life, not a relationship.” – Jack Lemmon
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near, still loved, still missed, and very dear.” – Unknown
“Hope on her death anniversary and every day, the angels treat her well up in heaven. Lots of love.”
“May God maintains her in His loving arms and takes care of her up in the heavens- that’s my only prayer on her death anniversary.”
“Anyone who ever knew him was bound to respect him. He will be deeply missed.”
“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us.” – Helen Keller
