Memorial Plaque Wording Ideas

Choosing the words for a memorial plaque is a personal decision. This guide offers some general starting points to help you put your inscription together.

Common elements

• Full name, or a nickname the person was known by.
• Dates of birth and death, or the number of years.
• A short relationship or title, such as "Beloved Mother" or "Cherished Friend".
• A brief personal phrase that reflects the person's character or what they meant to you.
• A short quote, verse or line of scripture that was meaningful to them, if you would like to include one.

Keeping it fitting the space

Longer inscriptions need a larger plaque to stay comfortable to read. Our Plaque Size Guide can help you match your wording to a suitable size.

Need help wording your plaque?

Our team is happy to advise as part of the design process. Visit Create Your Custom Plaque to get started, or browse our Memorial Plaques and Pet Memorials collections.