Funerals can truly be augmented by a poem that is apt and fitting for the person you have just lost. The following list of funeral poems about sons are perfect for the wonderful sons that we have tragically lost too young.
Boys
by Judy A. Campbell
Bullseyes and targets, marbles and darts.
Little green bugs and bicycle parts.
Frogs in their pockets, worms in their shirt.
A boy is a boy for all he is worth.
Cowboys and Indians, Gene Autry boots.
Guns in their holsters that are sure to shoot.
Big mud puddles, rocks in their shoes,
A chip on their shoulder, a black eye or two.
Little red wagon, scraped up chins,
Scuffed up pants, and old tin cans.
A laugh, a holler, a tear, a shout.
Into mischief but truly a scout.
Old clubhouses, flying a kite,
Up a tree, a fall on the bike.
Skinned up knees, bruises, and cuts.
A boy is a boy when his dukes are up.
Half Of My Heart Is Gone
by Barbara J. Rouse
Son, I wish I could wake up and see you standing there.
Then I would know that it was just a nightmare.
Son, I remember when you were small and how you would hold my hand,
and as you grew older you became my best friend.
Son, I have [n] years of memories that I will treasure and keep safe in my heart.
We share a bond that time and distance can never break apart.
Son, oh how my heart aches so.
I would love to have you back and never let you go.
Son, where there was happiness,
now there is sadness.
Son, how I long to hear your voice and see your beautiful smile
and have you back for just a little while.
Son, until that day I see you again,
I will look to the sky and search among the stars for my son and best friend.
I Love You, Son
by Ambika Adhikari Tiwari
My dear son, I miss you so much.
It keeps hurting; I can’t stop crying.
My eyes always search for you in the sky.
My heart longs for finding you in the heavens.
My dear son, I love you so much.
I feel so empty without you.
I am so scared of my future without you.
My heart longs for being around you for my safety.
My dear son, you are my angel.
I still feel that you are caring for me from above.
I tell my broken heart that you are still watching me.
My heart longs for your care even from heaven.
My dear son, you are my protector.
I remember you when I feel lonely.
I talk to you when I break into pieces.
My heart longs for your support even from heaven.
My dear son, I was thinking I gave you life.
The reality is that you had given me life.
Without you and your presence, I can’t exist.
My heart longs for your company in my heart until I exist.
Please be there in my heart.
I love you, son!
Our Bond
Author Unknown
I hope these words can portray,
How incredibly proud of you I am today,
When I found out I was carrying you,
I was elated with so many dreams coming true,
The day you were born and I saw your face,
Nothing in this world can ever replace,
That feeling when I first held you to me,
Kissing your head and watching as you see,
The closeness I felt on that first day,
Has becomes stronger daily in every way,
I am so proud of you son for how you’ve grown,
The decisions you’ve made, the strength you’ve shown,
Your nature is kind, loving and rare,
When you want into a room all eyes begin to stare,
Always know how much I love you no matter what,
Our bond and love never broken, it can never be cut.
A Picture Of You
by Deborah Robinson
I only have a picture now,
A frozen piece of time,
To remind me of how it was,
When you were here, and mine.
I see your smiling eyes,
Each morning when I wake,
I talk to you, and place a kiss,
Upon your lovely face.
How much I miss you being here,
I really cannot say,
The ache is deep inside my heart,
And never goes away.
I hear it mentioned often,
That time will heal the pain,
But if I’m being honest,
I hope it will remain.
I need to feel you constantly,
To get me through the day,
I loved you so very much,
Why did you go away?
The angels came and took you,
That really wasn’t fair,
They took my one and only Son,
My future life. My heir.
If only they had asked me,
If I would take your place,
I would have done so willingly,
Leaving you this world to grace.
You should have had so many years,
To watch your life unfold,
And in the mist of this,
Watch me, your Mum grow old!
I hope you’re watching from above,
At the daily tasks I do,
And let there be no doubt at all,
I really do love you.
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All poems featured on this website are free to use during any ceremony, although it is good practice to make sure the author is mentioned, if known. Should you require a celebrant for your ceremony, be it a funeral, a wedding, a naming ceremony or something else, feel free to get in touch. I am a double award-nominated Family and Funeral Celebrant covering the entire UK, and would be happy to help you commemorate in a meaningful and personal way.
