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“Happy birthday” and “death” are paradoxical. How can you even mutter the words “happy birthday” when you know he or she can no longer hear them? Yet, someone important to us may no longer be physically with us but our love and appreciation for him or her do not cease upon death. Special days, like birthdays, always will be theirs. They may no longer feel the personal warmth of our greetings but they are forever worthy of our love and respect.
Celebrating the birthday of a loved one no longer with us does not mean you are stuck or unable to move forward. It means you simply continue to love them despite their physical absence. The pain may even be magnified. Focusing on your intent to honor and remembering them on their birthday can ease the agony. (1)
Inviting other people
You might invite other people over to celebrate and commemorate with you. You can take it as a chance to hold a reunion for you and your relatives. Know that not all will be as enthusiastic. Some people may find celebrating a deceased loved one’s birthday odd. Don’t take it personally. Respect their views. A small but intimate gathering of people who share the same sentiment — to honor your loved one — is just as good.
Be mindful of your words and gestures if you are an invited guest. The host(s) may have opened a space for joy but there’s a gap in their heart that may forever be empty.
“To lose someone you love is to alter your life forever. The pain stops, there are new people, but the gap never closes. This hole in my heart is in the shape of you and no-one else can fit it,” writes Jeanette Winterson, author of “Written on the Body.” (2)
Ways to celebrate
⦁ Dine in or eat at home. A buffet, for instance, is suited for a large guest list. Pot luck is also a great idea. Or you can choose to dine at a favorite restaurant of your loved one.
⦁ Charity. Donate to a chosen nonprofit, for example. Perhaps choose an organization your departed loved one once supported.
⦁ Spend the day doing something your loved one used to enjoy doing. It can be sports, a special hobby, or a favorite pastime. (3)
⦁ Visit the grave of your loved one. It’s a place where you can aptly contemplate and offer prayers. You also can make a birthday card and write the words you wish you could have said if he or she were still alive.
Birthday Poem in Heaven
Rhymes are often nice ways to express your deepest feelings. Read some of these poems:
- “Every step I take, a memory of you
my tears are never too far.
Words alone, are not nearly enough
to say, how missed you are.” - “Are Birthdays happy in Heaven?
I can’t imagine they’re not.
When we return to our maker
love is all, that we have got.
As we can’t take anything with us
when we leave for the above.
No wealth of money, nor earthy goods
only, treasured memories and love.” - “Your Birthday is a day I treasure
though you’re no longer here.
It reminds me of such happy times
that in heart, I hold so dear.
Even though I feel so sad
that you have gone away.
I wouldn’t change anything
or trade one single day.
So thank you for the memories
that are with me forever.
I’ll treasure those always
’till we are back together.” - “Are Birthdays happy in Heaven?
“Anticipation heightens
as your Birthday nears.
A helpless heart, still broken
with a billion, unborn tears.” - “Today is your birthday
In heaven above.
My blessings I send
On the wings of a dove.
Not just for today
But every day hereof.
I think of you always
With all of my love.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven Sayings to My Cousin
Cousins leave us and we suddenly realize how close we were and are. The same memories, the childhood we got through together, immediately emerge in our heads when they are gone.
- “When I look back, there are just so many special memories that we both have shared. All these wonderful memories are now flashing in my mind as I celebrate your birthday. I love and miss you so much, may you have a wonderful, wonderful birthday in heaven!”
- “Wonderful bday in heaven… I want to thank you for being a great cousin. I will truly treasure the wonderful memories we have shared. I miss you.”
- “I treasure the memories we shared. Happy birthday in heaven.”
- “When I look back, there are just so many special memories that we both have shared. All these wonderful memories are now flashing in my mind as I celebrate your birthday. I love and miss you so much, may you have a wonderful birthday in heaven!”
- “May you have a blast in heaven while celebrating your birthday today… So go ahead, have fun, but keep your halo on and never do anything I would not do, happy birthday!”
Happy Birthday Wishes to Aunt in Heaven
Our aunt can be very special in so many ways during our life. Wish her a happy birthday in heaven.
- “It’s sad that you were taken from us too soon. I still wish you a very happy birthday even if I feel like I am talking to the moon.”
- “My ever dearest aunt, on this special day of yours, I want you to know that we miss you a lot. As you dance and rejoice in heaven, we are here celebrating on earth. Have the best birthday aunt, we miss you so much!”
- “On your birthday, I recall the memories we shared when you are still so young and wild. You were born several years ago on this same day today. I love you and I hope the angels will be throwing you a wonderful birthday celebration, happy birthday!”
- “What once was such a happy day
brings many painful sorrows …
A day when silent tears are shed
for all your lost tomorrows.” - “I send out my love to you, dear aunt. Happy Bday!”
Happy First Birthday in Heaven Quotes
The first year after losing a loved one is the hardest one. Our warm sayings will remind you that your life continues and should be happy, even if someone is not with you anymore.
- “I am missing you every day since you left away, but I am missing you, even more, today since it is your special day. Though you are not here, I want to wish you a very happy birthday.”
- “May you have a blast in heaven while celebrating your birthday today… So go ahead, have fun, but keep your halo on and never do anything I would not do, happy birthday!”
- “Time can’t seem to heal this wound. Happy first birthday in heaven, my dear.”
- “On this special day of yours, I want you to know that we miss you a lot. As you dance and rejoice in heaven, we are here celebrating on earth. Have the best birthday, we miss you so much!”
- “On this birthday of yours, may all of the angels in heaven gather together to sing you a very happy birthday. Always remember that we love you so much and we always think of you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven Friend
It’s so sad to lose a good friend. It’s a terrible loss. Here are some quotes to ease the pain:
- “On your birthday, we are all gathered here around sharing wonderful memories. It’s definitely not easy, even if you have been gone for several years now. No one can ever take your place and I want you to know that. But I know you do not want to see me cry, so I will stop my tears from falling, best birthday!”
- “We lit a birthday candle on your grave today. We miss you terribly, the same when you first went away. The angels are truly blessed for you are with them now, happy birthday!”
- “I have stopped staring at the sky at night because destiny has already taken away my brightest star, and it’s you, my friend. Happy birthday!”
- “I terribly miss you today, my best friend. You are in heaven now and on this birthday of yours, I feel so sad. I love you and I really miss you, wonderful Bday!”
- “Although I miss you each and every day, the sadness seems to hit me even more now that it is your birthday. I only wish nothing but happiness wherever you are now, happy birthday!”
Happy Birthday in Heaven Quotes
Here are some Happy Birthday in Heaven quotes that are universal. Choose one:
- “Today is your birthday in heaven above. I am sending my blessings on the wings of a dove, not only for today, but every day hereof, I think of you always, my love!”
- “May the angels sing to you in the most joyous way. Happy bday in heaven, my lovely sweetheart!”
- “Thinking of you on this birthday of yours… I miss you so much, but I know you are already happy there and that thought makes me feel better, happy birthday!”
- “Here’s sending you a very special birthday wish to heaven. May all of your heavenly wishes come true! We miss you so much, happy bday!”
- “Since we cannot celebrate your birthday here on earth, I am sending you lots of birthday wishes to heaven. Hope you will have a fabulous time there in heaven on your birthday!”
Birthday Quotes to My Grandma and Grandpa in Heaven
Grandparents naturally leave us earlier than others. Grandmas and grandpas remain so close even after they are gone. Let them remember you still feel their love and support on their birthdays.
- “Dear grandpa, thank you for you molded me into a real gentleman. You may be generations older, but in a lot of ways, we are the same. As we celebrate your birthday, I shed a tear in sadness of not being able to hang out with you, wonderful birthday!”
- “It is hard to greet you happy birthday on this special day of yours granny. Wherever you are now, I just want to wish you a very happy birthday.”
- “Although we miss you each and every day, the sadness seems to hit us even more now that it is your birthday. We only wish nothing but happiness wherever you are now, wonderful birthday!”
- “We lit a birthday candle on your grave today. We miss you terribly, the same when you first went away. The angels are truly blessed for you are with them now, happy birthday!”
- “Happy birthday, in heaven… I miss you more and more each day, more than words can say.”
Happy Birthday to an Angel in Heaven
Some believe those who are no longer with us become angels. Say “happy birthday” to your angel with words like these:
- “May the angels sing to you in the most joyous way. Happy birthday in heaven, my lovely sweetheart!”
- “May the angels sing to you in the most joyous way. Happy birthday in heaven, my lovely sweetheart!”
- “I certainly miss you on this birthday of yours, my dear. Your photo has not moved from my bedside. Your memories never die, but they just came to an abrupt end. There is just so much more I know I should have said. But all I want to say is happy birthday, I miss you!”
- “Your beautiful face, active lifestyle and good health can still put young women to shame. Happy birthday, my angel!”
- “Rejoice! Someone is celebrating a birthday in heaven and that person is so dear to me. The angels are certainly rejoicing in heaven now, just as her entire family is here on earth, happy birthday in heaven, my dear angel!
Happy Birthday to Someone in Heaven
There are so many ways to greet someone with a birthday, starting with birthday cards, gifts, and songs; but what can you do when it comes to greeting someone in Heaven? The same things. Here are some ways to do it:
- “Your birthday is here, but it’s sad to know that you are no longer here. I want to send you a gift, but I know I can’t, so I will just make a wish upon a star that you carry my love wherever you are now.”
- “Every year, I think of you while shedding so many tears. It just feels like yesterday even though it has been so many years. I know you are in a better place right now. May you have a blast there… Wonderful Bday!”
- “Birthdays in Heaven
must be without a doubt
Celebrated in such ways
we could only dream about.” - “I want you to know that even though you’re no longer here, I think about you every single day. There are just so many lessons that you have taught me. I miss your smile, your laughter and your sense of humor. I guess heaven is just so lucky to have an angel as funny as you, best birthday!”
- “It’s sad that you were taken from us too soon. I still wish you a very happy birthday even if I feel like I am talking to the moon.”
Happy Birthday Mom in Heaven
It is especially hard to lose mom, whose love and support has helped you through all those years. Greet your mom in heaven on her birthday:
- “I have read the birthday cards for mothers and the verses really bring tears to my eyes, for the loving words are written for those who are still here. Mom, even when you are not here, I want you to know that I still think of you every single day especially now that it’s your birthday, happy bday!”
- “Mommy, your death has caged me in deep pain, misery & agony. But I don’t bother about my suffering, at least it has set you free in heaven. I miss you.”
- “Wish I could take back each and every pain and worry that I ever gave you when you were here. I wish that I could just undo, all the moments that made you blue in your life. I miss you so much, mom.”
- “Today I send my tears instead of wishes and flowers instead of giving you beautiful birthday cards. You left us the most precious memories that will live forever in our hearts.”
- “Missing you my dearest mother… Today is truly filled with memories of happiness and tears and of birthday celebrations that we have shared all throughout the years, wonderful birthday in heaven mom!”
Happy Birthday Dad in Heaven
The loss of our dad feels especially painful on his birthday. Call out some of the memories you shared with your dad like this:
- “Dear dad, best birthday. Although I always miss you, the endless joy you have brought to my life still brings warmth to my heart. On this birthday of yours, my wish is for you to be happy wherever you are right now.”
- “Today is your birthday, but it is very sad to realize that you are no longer here with us. I want to present you a beautiful gift, but I know I can’t, so all I can do is make a wish upon a star that you carry my love in which ever world you are now.”
- “Dad, I am very proud for having a great father like you. You taught me enough courage to deal with the pain after you left. I will be happy always. I’ll make you proud for sure. Happy birthday my dear dad. Rest in peace.”
- “Dad, I look up to the stars and the sky in heaven on this day, which happens to be your birthday. I am sending you lots of love, hugs, and kisses on this special day. You are truly missed, we love you, dad!”
- “My lovely birthday wishes to dad in heaven. You are the reason for what I am today. Everyone loves me for the good qualities I inherited from you. Hope you are having a great time there. Miss you Dad, Happy Birthday.”
Happy Birthday to My Son in Heaven Quotes
Children should not go before their parents. Still, it can happen. Here are some of the reminders in your soul:
- “Happy birthday, beautiful boy. We know that you will have a wonderful day in Heaven.”
- “On your birthday, my words are not enough to express that how much I miss you and the amount of the happiness & memorable moments that you gave to my life. You will be always in my prayers & will never die because you’re forever in my remembrance.”
- “My son, today I want to wish many happy returns to you with tears of reminiscence. I wish the angels are blessed to celebrate your birthday in Heaven.”
- “Your birthday’s here,
But you aren’t.
I’d send a gift,
But know I can’t.
So I’ll make a wish
Upon the star,
To carry my love
To where you are.” - “My son, now you’re an angel, I know you can see and feel how much I miss you. On your birthday, I want to confess that you’ll always be in my heart.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven Images
Can’t find the right words? Check out these happy birthday pictures for those in Heaven:
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2. Why Do We Grieve? (2019). Mercycremations.Com. https://mercycremations.com/why-do-we-grieve.html
3. Bang, K. (2019, April 8). 7 Fun Ways To Celebrate The Birthday Of A Passed Love One | Kelsey Bang. Kelsey Bang. https://kelseybang.com/2019/04/7-fun-ways-to-celebrate-the-birthday-of-a-passed-love-one.html