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Feb 11, 2020 · Looking for a funeral reading to lift your spirit? Our top 10 witty and funny funeral poems are perfect for celebrating the life of a loved one.
- Death - Sean Hughes. Sean Hughes was a British-Irish comedian who you might recognise from Never Mind the Buzzcocks. His poem Death was shared widely when he passed away and was also printed in The Guardian – a humorous farewell considering the poem jokes “I want the Guardian to misprint three lines about me or to be mentioned on the news”.
- Last Will and Testament – Max Scratchmann. Max Scratchmann is one of the best-known writers of funny funeral poems. He uses nonsense verse to tackle the usually dark and gloomy subject and add a touch of humour and light.
- Death – Joe Brainard. Death by Joe Brainard is a sincere and funny funeral poem. While it talks about death seriously, there are a few funny lines thrown in to lighten the tone.
- A Long Cup of Tea – Michael Ashby. If your loved one enjoyed a good brew, A Long Cup of Tea by Michael Ashby could remind you of them. This poem has a jolly, laid-back tone, making death sound comforting rather than being something to fear.
13+ Heartfelt, Funny Funeral Poems. These Upbeat Poems Will Help You Deliver a Special Final Goodbye - Funeralinspirations.co.uk.
- A Long Cup of Tea
- Last Will and Testament
- If I Should Go
- Death
- Farewell My Friends
- Remembered in Thy Full Bloom
- Death, by Sean Hughes
- A Reassuring Celebration of Life Poem
- Darling
- To Those Whom I Love & Those Who Love Me
“Death is too negative for me So I'll be popping off for a long cup of tea Do splash out on two bags in the pot And for my God's sake keep the water hot” Funeral poet Michael Ashby writes verses for celebrations of life and other significant life occasions. In this cheerful poemwith a typically British outlook, he is very matter of fact about death...
“And as I sit upon my cloud and look down at the earth, I'll watch you use my worldly goods for festival and mirth, And that will make me smile a smile, and have a laugh quite hearty.” Max Scratchman’s funny funeral poem is written from the point of view of someone with a twinkle in their eye who knew what they wanted in life – and just how they wa...
“Weep if you must, Parting is Hell, But life goes on So sing as well” Actress and comedian Joyce Grenfell was famous for her sparkling comic monologues. Some had a touch of pathos, made all the more profound for the laughter they provoked. Joyce also wrote several famous poems including this one, If I Should Go, which is an enduringly popular poem ...
“Death has a very black reputation but, actually, to die is a perfectly normalthing to do.” Joe Brainard’s [poem about deathpoem about deathtakes a no-nonsense look at something that no-one looks forward to. When you think about it though, he considers, who’d want to live until they’re 500? This death positive poem could be a good choice for the li...
“It was beautiful as long as it lasted, the journey of my life… …I smile and bid you goodbye. No, shed no tears for I need them not. All I need is your smile.” Poet Rabindranath Tagore’s uplifting funeral versereflects on death as a time to celebrate a life that has been lived. Although there’s a sadness about the pain that will be felt by those le...
“And now doth come my end, I see death's light, death doth touch my heart, now eternal love. My beloved, I see thee shining bright, I now praise death as I ascend above.” A celebration of life might not be religious, but may have a spiritual element. Poet Vladislav Raven collaborated with Robert Linley and Teppo Gren on this poem about a man yearni...
“I want to be cremated I know how boring funerals can be I want people to gather meet new people have a laugh, a dance, meet a loved one.” Comedian Sean Hughes wrote this poem more than 24 years ago. Since it was read at his funeral in October 2017, it’s been widely shared on social media. It’s a wry look at the way that life goes on and a fitting ...
“Do not feel guilty for living, When I have passed away, Keep smiling, laughing, playing, And do this every day.” You can find celebration of life poems in all sorts of unexpected places. This poem was penned and shared by a mum and forum member on a Money Saving Expert thread. She had been searching for a light-hearted poem for her father in law’s...
“The dead don’t go till you do, loved ones. The dead are still here holding our hands.”Jackie Kay’sbeautiful poem is about letting go and holding on, as it marks the death of someone who slips away in peace. It’s bittersweet but fitting for a celebration of life, as death has come gently for this person and freed their youthful spirit.
“When I am gone, release me, let me go. I have so many things to see and do, You mustn't tie yourself to me with too many tears, But be thankful we had so many good years.” This uplifting poem for a celebration of life. Written from the point of view of the person who has died, it accepts how loved ones will grieve, but comforts them with the promi...
- My Funeral. Author: Wendy Cope. Please note the audio recording may not exactly match the text version as poems are sometimes tailored/personalised. I hope I can trust you, friends, not to use our relationship As an excuse for an unsolicited ego-trip.
- Let Me Die A Young Man's Death. Author: Roger McGough. Please note the audio recording may not exactly match the text version as poems are sometimes tailored/personalised.
- Pardon Me For Not Getting Up. Author: Kelly Roper. Please note the audio recording may not exactly match the text version as poems are sometimes tailored/personalised.
- The Fisherman's Prayer. Please note the audio recording may not exactly match the text version as poems are sometimes tailored/personalised. Our fisherman Who art on riverbanks Angler be thy name Thy fishing season comes Thy casting will be done The weather will be heavenly.
Dec 15, 2021 · Discover happy funeral poems with an uplifting tone to read at funerals or memorials for parents, grandparents, children, siblings, spouses, and friends.
Adding light-hearted poems and quotes to a funeral service or memorial can provide moments of relief and celebration amidst the grief. These humorous tributes honour the memory of the departed while reminding loved ones of the joy and laughter shared.
