Mother Funeral Tribute Template Example - Marie

Our Mother Funeral Tribute Template Example is designed to help you pay a fitting tribute to your loved ones memory.

Ladies and gentlemen,

We gather here today to celebrate the extraordinary life of a truly remarkable woman, Marie Isabel Graf. I know that many of you knew her in different capacities, but today I stand before you as her child, sharing with you my memories and perspectives on a woman whom I was blessed to call "Mom."

Marie was many things – a loving mother, a devoted wife, a supportive sister, a dedicated worker, and a compassionate friend. In each of these roles, she was steadfast, kind-hearted, and the very embodiment of selflessness. She was a guiding force and an unwavering presence, quietly shaping and molding the lives of those she loved.

As a child, there was something almost magical about Mom. Her quiet strength and unwavering love seemed to carry all of us through life's toughest challenges. Facing adversity with grace and empathy, teaching us the importance of persistence, and never allowing us to give up on ourselves or our dreams. She was always there, quietly cheering us on, providing a shoulder to cry on, or a helping hand.

Marie found joy in the most humble and simple things. A freshly made bed, the first flowers of spring, her favorite song playing on the radio – these were the things that made her smile, and in turn, made our hearts sing. Her humble nature and appreciation for life's small miracles served as a constant reminder to find joy in the everyday moments, and that life is a gift to be cherished.

As I stand here, I am reminded of a poem by Linda Ellis entitled "The Dash," which speaks of the time in between our birth and our eventual passing, aptly symbolized by a simple dash on our tombstones. This poem resonates powerfully with me as I reflect on Mom's life:

"I read of a man who stood to speak
at the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on the tombstone
from the beginning to the end.

He noted that first came the date of birth,
and spoke of the following date with tears,
but he said what mattered most of all
was the dash between those years...

For that dash represents all the time
that they spent alive on this earth,
and now only those who loved them
know what that little line is worth..."

Indeed, the dash in between the dates of our lives is where our stories are truly written, and in Marie's case, her dash was defined by the love, kindness, wisdom, and courage that she shared with all of those who crossed her path.

As the poem goes on to say:

"So, think about this long and hard;
are there things you would like to change?
For you never know how much time is left
that can still be rearranged...

If we treat each other with respect
and more often wear a smile,
remembering that this special dash
might only last a little while."

Today, we celebrate the dash that makes up the life of Marie Isabel Graf, and the impact it had on each of us. We honor the love she bestowed upon us, the lessons she imparted, the memories we shared, and the light she brought into this world. I cannot think of a more fitting tribute to her memory than carrying on her legacy by living life as she did – with love, humility, grace, and faith in the beauty of the world.

Let us remember, as Linda Ellis states, "When your eulogy is being read, with your life's actions to rehash, would you be proud of the things they say about how you spent your dash?"

With heavy hearts, we say goodbye to our beloved Marie – a woman who indeed lived her dash to the fullest, a life filled with grace, wisdom, and unwavering love.

Thank you, Marie, for enriching our lives in ways words cannot express. We will carry your memory, your spirit, and your light within us as we continue our dashes, and we can only hope to do so with the grace and love that you so generously exemplified.

Rest in peace, dear Marie Isabel Graf.