The English poet Christina Rossetti was born in England in 1830, and passed away in 1894. She is best known for her beloved poem “Remember” which she wrote in 1849. The poem is a lovely dedication to a loved one who has passed away, encouraging people to remember the deceased fondly long after they are gone. It is one of the most well-known funeral poems because of its straightforward yet moving message of remembrance and affection.

Remember

This poem serves as a consoling and comforting reminder to those left behind that memories can be treasured and celebrated rather than mourned and forgotten. The poem is a perfect fit for funerals because of its elegant wording and subtle reminder of our mortality. It is frequently employed to foster tranquility in trying circumstances.

Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.

Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you planned:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.

Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that I once had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.

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