350 Simple Sayings On Headstones

When a loved one passes away everything can seem like you’re looking through foggy glasses. It’s hard to concentrate on the tasks that need to be done such as planning the funeral and designing a headstone. We thought that we’d at least give you a head start by listing hundreds of possible sayings on headstones that can serve as some inspiration to help you select the perfect tribute.

50 Sayings On Headstones From The Bible

When choosing a saying for a loved one’s headstone, many people turn to the timeless wisdom of the Bible for comfort and inspiration. Whether it’s a verse that reflects a life of faith, love, or strength, these words often bring peace to those left behind. Over the years, I’ve come across a handful of beautiful biblical passages that have become popular choices for epitaphs. In this collection, I hope you’ll find a verse that resonates with the life and spirit of your loved one, offering a lasting tribute to their faith and legacy.

Verses from the Bible

1. “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1
2. “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live.” – John 11:25
3. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” – Matthew 5:8
4. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
5. “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.” – John 3:16
6. “In my Father’s house are many rooms; if it were not so, I would have told you. I am going there to prepare a place for you.” – John 14:2
7. “For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.” – Jeremiah 29:11
8. “And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes.” – Revelation 21:4
9. “The spirit returns to God who gave it.” – Ecclesiastes 12:7
10. “The righteous will be remembered forever.” – Psalm 112:6

Comforting Passages

1. “Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” – Matthew 11:28
2. “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” – Psalm 116:15
3. “He will cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you will find refuge.” – Psalm 91:4
4. “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Trust in God; trust also in Me.” – John 14:1
5. “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3
6. “The Lord gives strength to His people; the Lord blesses His people with peace.” – Psalm 29:11
7. “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.” – Romans 8:28
8. “Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me.” – Psalm 23:4
9. “For I am persuaded, that neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor principalities, nor powers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor height, nor depth, nor any other creature, shall be able to separate us from the love of God.” – Romans 8:38-39
10. “To live is Christ and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21

Hope & Resurrection

1. “But the dead will rise first.” – 1 Thessalonians 4:16
2. “For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed.” – 1 Corinthians 15:52
3. “Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” – Revelation 2:10
4. “I am the Alpha and the Omega, the First and the Last, the Beginning and the End.” – Revelation 22:13
5. “And He said to me, ‘It is done. I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end.’” – Revelation 21:6
6. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4
7. “He who was seated on the throne said, ‘I am making everything new!’” – Revelation 21:5
8. “Weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning.” – Psalm 30:5
9. “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You.” – Isaiah 26:3
10. “Do not be afraid; I am the First and the Last.” – Revelation 1:17

Faith and Peace

1. “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:7
2. “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you.” – Numbers 6:24-25
3. “Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” – Hebrews 11:1
4. “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in Him.” – Romans 15:13
5. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” – Proverbs 3:5
6. “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” – Psalm 27:1
7. “It is well with my soul.” – (Hymn by Horatio Spafford)
8. “But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” – 2 Thessalonians 3:3
9. “Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.” – John 14:27
10. “Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day.” – 2 Corinthians 4:16

God’s Love & Eternal Life

1. “God is love.” – 1 John 4:8
2. “For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.” – Philippians 1:21
3. “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down His life for the sheep.” – John 10:11
4. “Now faith, hope, and love abide, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” – 1 Corinthians 13:13
5. “So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” – 2 Corinthians 4:18
6. “I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you.” – John 14:18
7. “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.” – Philippians 4:4
8. “He who believes in Me will live, even though they die.” – John 11:26
9. “For the wages of sin is death, but the gift of God is eternal life in Christ Jesus our Lord.” – Romans 6:23
10. “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” – Psalm 27:1

50 Sayings On Headstones For Religious People

Religious and Biblical Sayings

1. “Rest in Peace”
2. “The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.” – Psalm 23:1
3. “In the arms of Jesus.”
4. “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” – Matthew 5:8
5. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” – 2 Timothy 4:7
6. “The soul of the righteous is in the hand of God.” – Wisdom 3:1
7. “Gone but not forgotten.”
8. “Forever in our hearts.”
9. “Into Thy hands, O Lord, I commend my spirit.” – Luke 23:46
10. “Rest in the peace of the Lord.”

Loving Tributes

1. “Beloved Father, Mother, and Friend.”
2. “Forever loved, forever missed.”
3. “A life well-lived, a heart well-loved.”
4. “You left us beautiful memories, your love is still our guide.”
5. “At rest with the Lord.”
6. “In loving memory of a life well spent.”
7. “Gone to join the heavenly choir.”
8. “Though lost to sight, to love you’re ever near.”
9. “Always in our hearts.”
10. “In God’s care.”

General Expressions of Love and Remembrance

1. “In God’s hands you rest, in our hearts you live.”
2. “Sleep on, beloved, sleep and take thy rest.”
3. “A faithful servant of the Lord.”
4. “You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.”
5. “Gone, but not forgotten.”
6. “Your love is still our guiding light.”
7. “Resting in the arms of angels.”
8. “Gone to be with the Lord.”
9. “Until we meet again.”
10. “May your soul find peace.”

Inspirational and Comforting Quotes

1. “The peace of God be with you.”
2. “What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose.” – Helen Keller
3. “Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.”
4. “Forever in our thoughts, forever in our hearts.”
5. “Safe in the arms of Jesus.”
6. “You will forever be in our hearts.”
7. “Death is the gateway to eternal life.”
8. “They sleep, but their memory lives on.”
9. “Though you are gone, you are not forgotten.”
10. “Until the day breaks and the shadows flee away.”

Simple and Respectful Sayings

1. “In loving memory.”
2. “Rest in eternal peace.”
3. “Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.”
4. “He lives with us in memory and will forever be in our hearts.”
5. “Here lies a good man/woman.”
6. “Faithful to the end.”
7. “A life that touches others goes on forever.”
8. “Your memory is our keepsake, with which we’ll never part.”
9. “Peacefully at rest.”
10. “Requiescat in pace” (Rest in peace)

50 Sayings On Headstones For Fathers

Loving and Heartfelt Sayings

1. “A father’s love is forever.”
2. “Gone but never forgotten.”
3. “You were our rock, our guide, our strength.”
4. “Beloved father, forever in our hearts.”
5. “In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still.”
6. “A father’s love lives on in the hearts of his children.”
7. “Forever missed, forever loved.”
8. “Your memory will never fade, your love will never die.”
9. “You were the best father anyone could ask for.”
10. “We will always carry your love in our hearts.”

Quotes About Family and Legacy

1. “A father’s love is the guiding light in his children’s lives.”
2. “To the world, you were a father. To us, you were the world.”
3. “A father’s strength, love, and wisdom remain in us forever.”
4. “The love of a father is eternal.”
5. “You gave us everything, now we give you our love in return.”
6. “A good father leaves a legacy that lives on in his children.”
7. “You raised us to be strong, and now you are our strength.”
8. “Father, you will always be our hero.”
9. “Your wisdom and love continue to guide us.”
10. “Your work on earth is done, but your legacy lives on.”

Comforting and Inspirational Sayings

1. “Forever in our hearts, you remain our greatest guide.”
2. “Your love will continue to shine down on us.”
3. “You may have left this world, but you’ll never leave our hearts.”
4. “You were the head of our family, and you will always be with us.”
5. “No one will ever take your place.”
6. “Though you are gone, your love is everlasting.”
7. “You lived for us, and now we will live for you.”
8. “We are your legacy, and we will carry your love with us always.”
9. “Though we mourn your passing, we celebrate your life.”
10. “Gone but your love will live on in us.”

Faith-Based and Religious Sayings

1. “You are at peace now, in the hands of God.”
2. “The Lord is my shepherd, and He has taken you home.”
3. “God saw you getting tired, and He called you home.”
4. “A good man’s work on earth is never done, but his soul is with God.”
5. “You’ve gone to rest in the arms of Jesus.”
6. “The Lord has taken you, but your love will remain forever.”
7. “You have returned to the Father who gave you life.”
8. “We trust in God’s plan, and we know you are now in His care.”
9. “Well done, good and faithful servant.” – Matthew 25:21
10. “Rest in peace, knowing you have fulfilled your role as a father.”

Personal and Unique Sayings

1. “You were our hero, now you are our angel.”
2. “A father’s work is never done, and neither is his love.”
3. “Our hearts are broken, but we’ll never forget you, Dad.”
4. “No man is more loved than the one who has been a father to his children.”
5. “You will always be the first man we ever loved.”
6. “In your arms, we felt safe; in our hearts, you will always stay.”
7. “Dad, you made the world a better place, and we will carry your kindness.”
8. “You taught us how to live, now we’ll remember how to love.”
9. “Your guidance will be missed, but your lessons will live on forever.”
10. “As long as we remember you, Dad, you will never be truly gone.”

50 Sayings On Headstones For Mothers

Loving and Heartfelt Sayings

1. “A mother’s love is forever.”
2. “Gone but forever in our hearts.”
3. “You were the heart of our family.”
4. “To the world you were a mother, to us you were the world.”
5. “A mother’s love endures beyond the grave.”
6. “Always in our hearts, never forgotten.”
7. “Your love will always guide us.”
8. “You gave us everything, now we give you our love in return.”
9. “A mother’s embrace is eternal.”
10. “Forever loved, forever missed.”

Quotes About Family and Legacy

1. “A mother’s work is never done, but her love lives on.”
2. “Her love will live forever in our hearts.”
3. “Your legacy lives on in all of us.”
4. “A mother’s kindness is never forgotten.”
5. “You taught us how to love, now we carry that love forward.”
6. “You gave us life, and now you live on in ours.”
7. “A mother’s love is the foundation of family.”
8. “You were our guide, our teacher, our heart.”
9. “You are forever the light in our lives.”
10. “A mother’s love lives on, even after she’s gone.”

Comforting and Inspirational Sayings

1. “Though you are gone, your love is forever with us.”
2. “You left us beautiful memories we will cherish forever.”
3. “You’re no longer with us, but your spirit remains in everything we do.”
4. “A mother’s heart is always with her children.”
5. “In our hearts, you’ll always stay. Loved and missed every day.”
6. “We will carry your love in our hearts forever.”
7. “Your love was our foundation, and your memory will be our strength.”
8. “Mom, you were the sunshine in our lives.”
9. “Though we can’t see you, we feel you all around us.”
10. “Your love was a gift we will cherish forever.”

Faith-Based and Religious Sayings

1. “God saw you were tired, and He called you home.”
2. “A mother’s love never ends, it is everlasting in the eyes of God.”
3. “In God’s care, you rest now, and in our hearts, you live on.”
4. “You are now in God’s embrace, but your love will forever be with us.”
5. “Mom, you are in Heaven now, surrounded by eternal peace.”
6. “The Lord gave you to us, and now He has called you home.”
7. “Rest in peace, knowing your love will always live in us.”
8. “Blessed are the mothers, for their love is eternal.”
9. “Your soul is in heaven, but your love will continue to guide us.”
10. “In His arms, you are at peace, and in our hearts, you will always remain.”

Personal and Unique Sayings

1. “Mom, you were the heart of our home.”
2. “You were our first love, and our last thought.”
3. “We love you, Mom. You were everything to us.”
4. “You gave us strength, love, and endless support.”
5. “You were our angel on earth, and now you are one in Heaven.”
6. “You made our world a better place.”
7. “The love you gave us will never be forgotten.”
8. “In your arms we found comfort; in your heart, we found love.”
9. “Your legacy is woven into every memory we hold dear.”
10. “Mom, you may be gone, but you will never be forgotten.”

50 Sayings On Headstones For Children

Loving and Heartfelt Sayings

1. “Gone too soon, but forever in our hearts.”
2. “Your wings were ready, but our hearts were not.”
3. “A little angel in Heaven, forever missed here.”
4. “You will always be our little sunshine.”
5. “In our hearts, you’ll always stay, loved and missed every day.”
6. “A precious life taken too soon, but loved forever.”
7. “Forever in our hearts, little one.”
8. “Too beautiful for earth, you are now in Heaven.”
9. “You are forever our bright star.”
10. “Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure.”

Innocence and Heaven

1. “Heaven gained an angel too soon.”
2. “Your laughter and joy will echo in our hearts forever.”
3. “You are our angel in Heaven, shining bright for all to see.”
4. “A precious soul now in the arms of angels.”
5. “Your spirit will always guide us, forever loved.”
6. “God only takes the best. You are His angel now.”
7. “Though you are gone, your spirit will never fade.”
8. “An angel for a moment, a memory for a lifetime.”
9. “Sweet child, you’re safe now in God’s loving arms.”
10. “Your smile will forever light up our hearts.”

Comforting Sayings

1. “In Heaven, you’ll always be safe, in our hearts, you’ll always be loved.”
2. “Our hearts are broken, but our love for you will never fade.”
3. “Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.”
4. “Even though you’ve left us, your love remains with us forever.”
5. “We had you for a moment, but we’ll love you for a lifetime.”
6. “You were too beautiful for this world, but your memory will live on in us.”
7. “In our arms you were small, but in our hearts you will always be.”
8. “Gone but never forgotten, our love for you remains.”
9. “Though we cannot see you, you are always with us.”
10. “Until we meet again, sweet child, you will remain in our hearts.”

Faith-Based and Religious Sayings

1. “Jesus has called you home, but your love will never fade from our hearts.”
2. “The Lord took you early, but your soul will forever shine.”
3. “God has you in His arms, but you will live forever in our hearts.”
4. “You are God’s angel now, but you will always be our little one.”
5. “With God, you are forever at peace, our little angel.”
6. “Heaven is brighter now with your sweet spirit there.”
7. “God needed another angel, so He took you home.”
8. “Rest in peace, little one, in the arms of the Lord.”
9. “You are now in Heaven, but forever alive in our hearts.”
10. “The angels are singing, as they welcome you home.”

Personal and Unique Sayings

1. “You were too good for this world, but you’ll always be our precious gift.”
2. “You touched our lives with your love, and we will never forget.”
3. “The love we had for you will never be gone, it’s written in the stars.”
4. “A little life, a big love, forever missed.”
5. “We hold you in our hearts forever, our little one.”
6. “Our joy, our angel, forever loved and missed.”
7. “You will always be the brightest star in our lives.”
8. “Gone from our arms, but forever in our hearts.”
9. “Though you’ve left, your love is still all around us.”
10. “A life too short, but a love that will last forever.”

50 Sayings On Headstones From Culture

When it comes to choosing words for a headstone, sometimes a quote from a favorite movie, song, book, or philosopher can capture the essence of a person’s life in a way that feels deeply personal and meaningful. These pop culture sayings have a way of resonating across generations, offering a reflection of who we were, what we loved, and how we lived. Over the years, I’ve found that many people turn to lines from literature, films, or even lyrics that carry a special significance. Whether it’s a line that made them laugh, think, or simply feel understood, I’ve gathered a few of my favorites here—hoping one of them may spark inspiration for the perfect tribute to your loved one.

Movie Quotes

1. “The force will be with you, always.” – Star Wars (1977)
2. “To infinity and beyond!” – Toy Story (1995)
3. “You can’t take the sky from me.” – Firefly (TV Series, 2002)
4. “After all, tomorrow is another day.” – Gone with the Wind (1939)
5. “There’s no place like home.” – The Wizard of Oz (1939)
6. “The stuff that dreams are made of.” – The Maltese Falcon (1941)
7. “What we do in life echoes in eternity.” – Gladiator (2000)
8. “You are my sunshine.” – O Brother, Where Art Thou? (2000)
9. “This is the start of a beautiful friendship.” – Casablanca (1942)
10. “It’s not the years, honey, it’s the mileage.” – Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark (1981)

Book Quotes

1. “Not all those who wander are lost.” – The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien (1954)
2. “Do I dare disturb the universe?” – The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock by T.S. Eliot (1915)
3. “We are all fools in love.” – Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen (1813)
4. “And the two shall become one.” – The Bible (Mark 10:8)
5. “All that is gold does not glitter.” – The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien (1954)
6. “It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.” – The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho (1988)
7. “We loved with a love that was more than love.” – Annabel Lee by Edgar Allan Poe (1849)
8. “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” – St. Augustine
9. “I am not afraid of tomorrow, for I have seen yesterday and I love today.” – William Allen White
10. “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away.” – The Gift of Life by Unknown

Music Lyrics

1. “I will survive!” – I Will Survive by Gloria Gaynor (1978)
2. “Don’t stop believin’.” – Don’t Stop Believin’ by Journey (1981)
3. “Here comes the sun.” – Here Comes the Sun by The Beatles (1969)
4. “And I will always love you.” – I Will Always Love You by Whitney Houston (1992)
5. “You are my sunshine, my only sunshine.” – You Are My Sunshine (1940)
6. “Isn’t it ironic? Don’t you think?” – Ironic by Alanis Morissette (1995)
7. “Take a sad song and make it better.” – Hey Jude by The Beatles (1968)
8. “Every little thing is gonna be alright.” – Three Little Birds by Bob Marley (1977)
9. “I’ve got a peaceful easy feeling.” – Peaceful Easy Feeling by Eagles (1972)
10. “Don’t cry out loud, just keep it inside.” – Don’t Cry Out Loud by Melissa Manchester (1978)

Poetry Quotes

1. “Death is nature’s way of telling you to slow down.” – Dick Sharples (Quote often attributed to Sharples)
2. “The only truth is music.” – Jack Kerouac
3. “I’ve had enough of being a ghost of love.” – The Ghost by Lang Leav
4. “Life is a journey, not a destination.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
5. “The road goes ever on and on.” – The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien
6. “Wherever you go, go with all your heart.” – Confucius
7. “A thing of beauty is a joy forever.” – Endymion by John Keats
8. “Do not go gentle into that good night.” – Do Not Go Gentle into That Good Night by Dylan Thomas
9. “To sleep, perchance to dream.” – Hamlet by William Shakespeare
10. “Life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans.” – John Lennon

Philosophers and Thinkers

1. “Happiness depends upon ourselves.” – Aristotle
2. “We live only a few conscious decades, and we fret ourselves enough for several lifetimes.” – Christopher Hitchens
3. “The unexamined life is not worth living.” – Socrates
4. “The only way to deal with this life meaningfully is to find one’s passion.” – Viktor Frankl
5. “You are today where your thoughts have brought you; you will be tomorrow where your thoughts take you.” – James Allen
6. “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
7. “Time flies over us but leaves its shadow behind.” – Nathaniel Hawthorne
8. “Man is condemned to be free.” – Jean-Paul Sartre
9. “That which we call a rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” – Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare
10. “It is not length of life, but depth of life.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson

50 Short Sayings On Headstones

Choosing a short saying for a headstone can be one of the most powerful ways to honor a loved one. Sometimes, fewer words speak the loudest—capturing a person’s essence and the love shared in just a few simple lines. In my own search for meaningful phrases, I’ve come across many short sayings that convey so much in just a few words. Whether it’s a line that brings peace, reflects a life well-lived, or celebrates a lasting legacy, I hope this collection of short sayings offers you some inspiration and comfort as you find the perfect tribute. 

1. “Forever in our hearts.”
2. “Loved beyond measure.”
3. “Always with us.”
4. “Rest in peace.”
5. “Gone but not forgotten.”
6. “In God’s care now.”
7. “A life well lived.”
8. “You will be missed.”
9. “Until we meet again.”
10. “Forever remembered, always loved.”
11. “Gone too soon.”
12. “Love never dies.”
13. “An angel among us.”
14. “At peace with God.”
15. “In Heaven’s embrace now.”
16. “Resting in eternal peace.”
17. “You are forever loved.”
18. “Forever in our thoughts.”
19. “Always remembered, never forgotten.”
20. “In loving memory, always.”
21. “Reunited with loved ones.”
22. “Peace, love, and light.”
23. “God has you now.”
24. “You will always shine.”
25. “A soul set free.”
26. “Beloved and forever missed.”
27. “Forever in God’s arms.”
28. “A beautiful life, remembered.”
29. “Loved, missed, remembered always.”
30. “Until we meet in Heaven.”
31. “Now at peace forever.”
32. “In the arms of angels.”
33. “Gone, but never forgotten.”
34. “Cherished memories, forever in hearts.”
35. “You’ll never be forgotten.”
36. “Rejoicing in eternal life.”
37. “Safe in God’s arms.”
38. “Gone, but forever cherished.”
39. “Our hearts are broken.”
40. “Forever missed, never replaced.”
41. “Forever part of us.”
42. “At rest in Heaven.”
43. “Love lives on, forever.”
44. “Memories last forever, sweet one.”
45. “Together in God’s light.”
46. “In peace with the Lord.”
47. “Forever etched in love.”
48. “You are in our prayers.”
49. “In God’s gentle care.”
50. “Peace and love always.”

Conclusion

We hope this post helped answer the question of what to write on a gravestone or headstone. Enduring a loss of a loved one is never easy and coming up with an epitaph that is fitting for them isn’t an easy task. We wish you peace and comfort in this trying time.