Poems and Readings for Funerals and Memorials

The death of a loved one is a traumatic time, when a flurry of emotions swirl inside you, and finding words to express those feelings and what that person meant to you may seem hopeless. That’s why this collection is so indispensable. It contains many treasured and poignant poems, quotations, and religious extracts that both celebrate life and convey grief and sorrow. The readings come from a wide range of sources, including the Old and New Testament, song lyrics, plays, and books. A diverse assortment of authors Nick Cave, W. H. Auden, Simon Armitage, A. A. Milne, Raymond Carver, and Alice Walker, among others provides a variety of styles to help you find the words that are right for you, and capture the spirit of the one you have lost.