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Ideas For Headstone Inscriptions
By Carole Galassi
For those who intend to be buried and not cremated,
there are a variety of ideas for headstone inscriptions
available. Headstone inscriptions have been around since
headstones have been in existence. Selecting an
inscription for a headstone is a personal decision that
often finalizes the burial of a loved one. The amount of
words written for a headstone inscription can vary from
something very simple to a more elaborate type of
poetry.
The length of words you write will also depend on your
budget and cost factor. By default, headstone
inscriptions have a name, date of birth through date of
death. The bereaved family members decide if additional
wording is desired. For some, added inscriptions are
warranted and are willing to incur the additional
expense.
Some ideas for headstone inscriptions may include any of
the following:
Address the relationship to the living survivors (i.e.,
mother, father, son, or daughter)
A selected scripture verse or excerpt
An excerpt from a poem, saying or quote
Headstones today are made of marble or granite for long
term durability. Often you can choose the font face but
it will depend on the cemetery restrictions or rules.
It's best to check with them before solidifying the
headstone inscription.
There are many simple inscriptions to choose from that
include 3-5 words like "In Memory of" or Rest in Peace".
You can also choose to be more descriptive and place a
short scripture verse from Psalm 23 such as "Surely
goodness and mercy shall follow me, All the days of my
life; and I will dwell in the house of the Lord,
forever."
Other ideas for headstone inscriptions that are
different can be a phrase from a song lyric, quotes from
people, books, or movies, riddles, or a descriptive
phrase about the deceased.
For more ideas for headstone inscriptions and funeral
resources, visit The Funeral Program Site where you will
find a wealth of information that can assist you in the
details of the funeral or memorial service. This website
offers beautiful funeral programs that highlight your
loved one's life, obituary help, poems, readings, and
scripture verses. |
