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The Best 8 Garden Poems For Funerals
Losing a loved one who cherished the beauty and serenity of gardens can deeply touch one's heart. To express the essence of such an intimate bond with nature, we've curated a collection of garden poems for funerals. These verses also include funeral poems about flowers, celebrating the vibrant life and transient beauty that they represent. Whether you're tasked with delivering a eulogy or participating in a memorial, our selection of unique and expressive garden and flower poems offers the right language to honor the life of your loved one, their love for nature, and the nurturing spirit they embodied.
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1) Woodland Burial
Author: Pam Ayres
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Don’t lay me in some gloomy churchyard shaded by a wall
Where the dust of ancient bones has spread a dryness over all,
Lay me in some leafy loam where, sheltered from the cold
Little seeds investigate and tender leaves unfold.
There kindly and affectionately, plant a native tree
To grow resplendent before God and hold some part of me.
The roots will not disturb me as they went their peaceful way
To build the fine and bountiful, from closure and decay.
To seek their small requirements so that when their work is done
I’ll be tall and standing strongly in the beauty of the sun.
The poem's emphasis on a natural burial in a leafy, garden-like setting makes it a fitting choice for this category.
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2) In The Garden At Dusk
Author: Joyce Grenfell
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In the cool of the garden when the evening draws in
Serenity waits where the shadows begin
In the fragrance of dusk and the murmur of clover
The concerns that we carried pass peacefully over
Flowers in their fullness shed blessings about
And the turmoil of living fades quietly out
Hope glimmers through each evening star
And our cares will shrink to the size that they are.
The poem's emphasis on a natural burial in a leafy, garden-like setting makes it a fitting choice for this category.
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3) The Garden's Strength
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In the garden where love took root,
Through life's fierce journey, your greatness grew,
You stood for truth, faced battles unseen,
A spirit strong, a love that's keen.
Your love, a force, so pure, so true,
A great person, through and through,
Though you're gone, your memory stays,
The garden's strength, through darkest days.
We'll honor your life, your memory hold,
A love unwavering, a story untold,
Our dear one, forever near,
The garden's strength, in memory clear.
The poem fits well into the 'Garden poems for funerals' category. It uses the garden as a metaphor for the enduring memory of the deceased, their strength, and the love they had shared. The repeated reference to "the garden's strength" signifies the enduring influence and presence of the loved one in the lives of the bereaved.
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4) The Garden's Song
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Let us gather, hearts entwined,
To celebrate a life, a love divine,
Our dear one, a soul so bright,
A testament to love, and life's sweet flight.
We'll share our memories, laugh and cry,
Recount the moments, days gone by,
Your spirit lingers, a gentle breeze,
The garden's song, forever at ease.
With joy and sorrow, we'll raise our voice,
In honor of the life, that was your choice,
Our dear one, a love so true,
A celebration of life, in skies so blue.
This poem fits perfectly within the category of 'Garden poems for funerals'. It uses the metaphor of a garden to symbolize the enduring memory and lingering spirit of the deceased. The phrase "The garden's song, forever at ease" beautifully encapsulates the everlasting impact of the person's life on those left behind.
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5) The Garden of Memories
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In the garden where memories bloom,
I feel your absence, a deepening gloom,
The love we shared, now lost in time,
A silent whisper, a mournful chime.
I miss your laughter, your warm embrace,
The memories shared, in this sacred place,
Yet in my heart, your love remains,
The garden of memories, through joy and pain.
In whispered prayers, I'll find my peace,
A love unbroken, a bond that's ceaseless,
My dear one, forever near,
The garden of memories, undying, clear.
This poem fits into the category of 'Garden poems for funerals' as it utilizes the imagery of a garden to symbolize the rich collection of memories of the departed. The garden metaphor gives a sense of a sacred and tranquil space where the love and memories of the loved one continue to bloom.
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6) Mother's Love
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The greatest wonders man can build
Will all in time decay
But the wonder of a Mother's love
Will never fade away.
The natural imagery in this poem, referencing the wonder of a mother's love as something that will never fade away, makes it a fitting choice for a garden-themed funeral or memorial service.
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7) Giggles in the Garden
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In the garden where laughter rings,
A memory of joy, a love that clings,
Your humor, a treasure, a gift you'd share,
In moments tough, you'd show your care.
We'll miss the laughter, your jokes, your fun,
But cherish the moments, one by one,
For in our hearts, you'll always stay,
Giggles in the garden, in memory's play.
Our dear one, forever near,
A love eternal, undying, clear,
In laughter's embrace, we find our peace,
A love unbroken, a bond that's ceaseless.
This poem aligns well with the category of 'Garden poems for funerals.' It utilizes the motif of a garden to evoke feelings of nostalgia, love, and the continuation of life. The garden signifies a shared space of joyful memories and laughter, which is now a place of remembrance. The term "Giggles in the garden" beautifully symbolizes the enduring presence of the loved one's spirit.
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8) Blooms of Gratitude
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In the garden, a love that grew,
Through fleeting moments, a bond so true,
I appreciate the time we shared,
The laughter, joy, and tender care.
Your presence, a gift that touched our lives,
A cherished memory, a love that thrives,
Though you're gone, your light remains,
Blooms of gratitude, through joy and pain.
My dear one, I'll hold so close,
A grateful heart, a love that grows,
For even in darkness, a love shines bright,
An appreciation of life, in memory's light.
This poem is aptly categorized as a 'Garden poem for funerals.' It uses garden-related imagery, such as 'blooms of gratitude,' to symbolize appreciation and the enduring growth of love and memories. The garden metaphor also imparts a sense of peace, beauty, and natural cycles, resonating with the themes of life, death, and remembrance.
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