Online memorials or tributes to deceased loved ones are becoming more and more common. Is a great way for families and friends who may be geographically scattered to share stories and memories, as well as keeping connected in their loss.
When visiting a cemetery, we enter a space where a community of people have grieved the loss of loved ones. There is a solidarity of coming together where we can borrow each others' words and stories as we grieve our own loss. In a similar sense people have found it helpful to mark the loss of a loved one on an online memorial.
If you are looking for a place where you can create a web tribute to your loved one that is more comprehensive, Memory Of has many wonderful features. They allow you to upload many photos, videos, songs, etc. Guests can light a virtual candle and leave a note for you. In my opinion their most wonderful feature is that you can turn your web memorial, with all the photos, comments and stories, into a hard-cover book for you and your family members to read and enjoy. You can learn more about their features by clicking their banner here.
One of the best tributes I have listened to was written by my uncle at the death of his dad, my grandfather. My grandfather was a farmer and my uncle used the working of the soil, planting, harvesting, and feeding of livestock as metaphors for how my grandfather related to people in life. Metaphors create beautiful pictures with words and help people understand something in a deeper way. So consider using a metaphor as part of your tribute.
When my husband died, a friend of his created a Facebook group in his honor. This is, of course, free and has all the connecting benefits of Facebook. However, there are many people who don't use Facebook, so this option may not be helpful for you if you are hoping to connect with significant family members who don't use Facebook.
If you wish to create a simple space where you can post a photo and family and friends can post stories and comments, you can use the form below. Each tribute will have its own page and link. Simply email the link to family and friends and invite their contributions.
Click below to see contributions from other visitors to this page...
Denny Ray
We watched you suffer and slowly slip away
Although we loved you so much we could
not make you stay
So to end your pain, you were called back home
...
Amy M. Kocher -Joiner
Amy M. Joiner, 43, of Loves Park died unexpectedly at 7:58 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 8, 2011, in OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Rockford. Born Oct. 2, 1967,...
Tobie Anway
To: Betty, Debbie and Allison and all the family and friends who loved Tobie.
What I remember about Tobie. Especially growing up; Tobie and Betty ...
Jonathan
Jonathan, as the 10th anniversary of 9/11 approaches, I miss you as much as I did that day. The fear, the shock, the anger, the grief. All delayed as ...
Joseph Carl Meneses
Our Dearest Joseph,
as the anniversary of you passing from earth to heaven, we wanted to let you know how much you are loved and missed. The babies ...
Nnaemeka Stanley Okeychukwu Okpara
A Tribute to my loving Brother
Okey, my brother, my friend & for all my young life, my protector
Reflecting back on our life together, the early ...
Dannie Joseph Walter
There is nowhere for me to go to say goodbye to you, your ashes are thousands of miles away, and the funeral was so fraught and tense with family disagreements....
Joseph "Scott" Rick
Scott was a free spirited young man who came into my life at a low point. He always made me smile, made me happy, and made me want to be more care free ...
Diana Lynn (Harvey) Wymore
Diane it's been six mths. since you left us & went to a better place. A lot has happened & I go to your door to tell you about things & then I realize ...
Pete Wagner
It's hard to believe Pete, that it's been a year! I can remember the day like it was just this morning. I know you've been laughing that goofy laugh ...
Frances Lillian Kirce
This page is in loving memory of our family member, Frances Lillian Kirce who passed on June 6, 2010. We miss and love you dearly, and we will see you ...
Vishal Khandelwal
You were the shining star of our family,
the youngest flower in our garden,
a dutiful son to our parents,
a loving husband to Shalu,
an adorable father ...
Bishop Richard E. Worrell
"DADDY RICHARD" was your name for many years and to many people, young and not-so-young. You were loving and kind to all of us who experienced you.
In ...
Gabriel
It's only been a month since you've been gone dear brother. I miss you so very much.The tears were uncontrollable a few days ago. I think about you when ...
PAULINE GILLIAM
My sister my friend, Happy Birthday My Dear Lady!
I will miss you on your day, but I will remember all of our good times together. You were a wonderful ...
Janet Fauber
Janet Fauber
My mom, the best person who ever walked this earth. She is so missed every minute of every hour of every day. She loved unconditionally,...
TRIBUTE: HAKEEM BAKRE a.k.a KUMAR
I called him "WORLD MAN".The news of your death is nothing but a surprise to me that at your youthful age,you decide to leave us.
Though you have done ...
TO AUNT JANET- AKA NEW YORK
JANET YOU WERE MORE THEN A FRIEND TO ME. I LOVED YOU LIKE A BIG SISTER WHO MADE ME LAUGH.
JANET YOU MADE THE WHOLE ROOM LIGHT UP WHEN YOU WALKED IN....
ANDREA BRAILEY
This is to honor Andrea's life. I know you suffered so much when your husband of 29 year's died in September of 2010. You told me your heart hurt so much,...
Idaraesit asuquo
A tribute to my loving mum, she was the best of them all, she carried a special charm and friendly personality that s easily endeard her to those who were ...
Shri Tarun Kumar Bose - my favourite "pastry uncle"- MAMBU
T.K. Bose- A totally ' self made man - who had the confidence to take risks and implement things...
It was with a heavy heart I learnt that Mambu my ...
Phil Labelle
Dear Uncle Phil,
I just want to let you know that I think of you. I just wanted to reiterate your impact on me. I spent the later years of your life ...
Bazzekuketta Joseph
You served humanity !
Taata you were a selfless and hardworking hero throughout your time .
Never saw you resting when there was something to do ...
Anne
I miss you, I miss your laughter and your sensible attitude, I miss having a coffee with you, I miss chatting to you, I miss your smile. I miss you my ...
My Dear Friend Joey Morano
MY DEAR JOEY HOW MUCH YOU WILL BE MISSED NOW THAT YOU ARE GONE
THE FRIENDSHIP THAT WE SHARED WAS OF WORDS I’LL SEEK BEYOND
BEYOND THE SEAS & THE FRIGID ...
sharon lee stewart
Sharon you were an amazing lady, an absolute dream mother-in-law, but most importantly, you were an irreplacable friend. I miss you, and love you. Looking ...
Jeff D Ownby
I am so happy our lives crossed,You were a good soul!
you gave me two beautiful gifts! My grandchildren!
Loving memories always!
Robert Earl Sullivan
They say the good die young,I know it is true now you are gone.You took part of my heart long ago now you have it forever ! I know you are resting in ...
Walter J. (Sonny) Talkington
"WHEN I'M GONE"
BY
MRS. LYMAN HANCOCK
WHEN I COME TO THE END OF MY JOURNEY, AND I TRAVEL MY LAST WEARY MILES, JUST FORGET IF YOU ...
Stuart Glew-wilde
In loving memory of Stuart my Brother. Missing you so much, just to let you know im thinking of you. "Forever missed and loved. Always in my heart and ...
Mario Armando Vazquez
Its been hard with you being gone. I miss you everyday you know that, I know you do. The bond we had was very strong and I don't really know how to go ...
My Big Lil Brother Miss You Dearly
Although u were the oldest we sometimes treated you like the youngest b/c of your condition but in reality you had more sense then most normal ppl... If ...
My Beloved Sister, Yvette Renee Dantzler, Aged 36
We are still reeling from your death September 12, 2010. I sometimes think I can hear your voice. I still call your phone to hear your voicemail. My heart ...
Dearest Shalu
Dear Shalu,
I,Akash,Mummy,Chintu and Kumar miss you very much. We loved you so much and missing you now even more.
Hope you are resting in peace ...
Darlene Ryan
Darlene you were the closest to being perfect than any human I've ever met you gave me unconditional love in times when even my own mother couldn't or ...
Bonnie Marie Manning
Bonnie was my baby sister an she was loved not only by my family but by every one who met her and know her. She was always smiling an happy even as a ...
akeem bakare
The sun has really set in the afternoon, may the almighty have mercy on you and forgive u all your sins. Adieu, Kuma. Till we meet and part no more.
We ...
