Gone are the days when we wore clothing or shaved our heads to honor a loved one and to tell the world that we are grieving. But expressing the loss remains a very human need. Many people get tattoos to serve as lasting reminders of a loved one that died. A permanent tattoo may not be your thing, but a temporary tattoo may be the answer. It can represent feelings and thoughts that often cannot be put into words. When people see tattoos, they often ask about them, so it provides an organic way to share a story about your loved one.
Temporary tattoos make great gifts for grieving friends. They provide support or a memory, or even a reminder of a funny or uplifting story that can help with the healing process. Tattoos offer a reflection of how our lives were impacted by the person we lost. And in the midst of grief, tattoos can be a portable memorial that you can touch and feel.
Whether it’s the loss of a parent, child, spouse, friend, or a pet, tattoos can bring us love, joy, and comfort. Support friends who are grieving with this meaningful, poignant, and even whimsical statement.
Ideas for custom temporary tattoos:
Phrase or favorite quote
In loving memory of (name)
Your wings were ready, but I was not
She lived and laughed, she loved and left
Forever loved forever missed
We part only to meet again
Our memories make me stronger
I may not see you, but I can feel you
She’s gone, but she’s everywhere
We shall meet in a place where there is no darkness
The ones that love us never really leave us
I will carry you with me till I see you again
And Still I Rise (this is a great one to send to a friend who’s struggling with grief)
The loss of a pet can be devastating and an often overlooked event. A tattoo with a picture of their dog or cat can be an especially heartwarming gift for a grieving friend.
flying birds, stars, heart, tree, flower, rainbow, family crest or symbol
