Choosing a scripture for a funeral program is one of the most personal decisions a family makes. The right verse doesn’t just comfort — it describes the person. It sounds like the way she lived, or the way he loved.
This collection gathers verses that honor women and men of faith — mothers, fathers, grandmothers, grandfathers, wives, and husbands — with a note on where each one fits best in a funeral program or memorial service.
All scripture quotations are from the King James Version (KJV), which is in the public domain.
In This Collection
- Scriptures for a Woman’s Funeral
- Scriptures for a Man’s Funeral
- How to Add a Scripture to Your Funeral Program
Scriptures for a Woman’s Funeral
Proverbs 31:25
“Strength and honour are her clothing; and she shall rejoice in time to come.”
For the woman who carried her family through hard seasons with grace. A beautiful program cover verse.
Proverbs 31:28
“Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her.”
The classic verse for a mother’s funeral — especially when her children are giving the tribute.
Proverbs 31:26
“She openeth her mouth with wisdom; and in her tongue is the law of kindness.”
For the woman whose advice everyone sought, and whose words were always gentle.
Proverbs 31:30
“Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised.”
For a woman whose faith was the center of her life.
Proverbs 31:29
“Many daughters have done virtuously, but thou excellest them all.”
A tender choice from a husband to his wife.
Isaiah 66:13
“As one whom his mother comforteth, so will I comfort you.”
For a mother whose comfort her family will miss most.
1 Peter 3:4
“…the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.”
For the quiet, steady woman who never needed the spotlight.
Ruth 1:16
“…whither thou goest, I will go; and where thou lodgest, I will lodge: thy people shall be my people, and thy God my God.”
For a devoted wife, or a woman whose loyalty held a family together.
2 Timothy 1:5
“…the unfeigned faith that is in thee, which dwelt first in thy grandmother Lois, and thy mother Eunice…”
The perfect verse for a grandmother who passed her faith down through the generations.
Acts 9:36
“…this woman was full of good works and almsdeeds which she did.”
For the woman who was always serving — church meals, visits to the sick, a helping hand for anyone in need.
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2 Timothy 4:7
“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith.”
The most-chosen verse for a man’s funeral — a life of faithfulness to the very end.
Matthew 25:21
“Well done, thou good and faithful servant…”
For the man who served his family, church, and community without complaint.
Psalm 37:37
“Mark the perfect man, and behold the upright: for the end of that man is peace.”
For an honest, upright man who finished his life at peace.
Micah 6:8
“…what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?”
For a humble man of integrity — it reads like a description of how he lived.
Proverbs 20:7
“The just man walketh in his integrity: his children are blessed after him.”
A strong choice for a father, especially when his children are carrying on his example.
Psalm 103:13
“Like as a father pitieth his children, so the LORD pitieth them that fear him.”
For a father whose tenderness reflected God’s love.
Psalm 112:1
“Blessed is the man that feareth the LORD, that delighteth greatly in his commandments.”
For a man whose faith was his foundation.
Proverbs 17:6
“Children’s children are the crown of old men; and the glory of children are their fathers.”
The perfect verse for a grandfather surrounded by grandchildren.
Job 5:26
“Thou shalt come to thy grave in a full age, like as a shock of corn cometh in in his season.”
For a man who lived a long, full life — especially one who farmed or worked the land.
John 15:13
“Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends.”
For a veteran, first responder, or any man who gave himself for others. Honoring a veteran? See our Military & Patriotic Funeral Program Templates.
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Browse the Program Portal →How to Add a Scripture to Your Funeral Program
Short verses (one line) work best on the front cover beneath the name and dates. Longer passages fit on the back page or beside the obituary. In Canva, click any text box, paste the verse, and add the reference (for example, Proverbs 31:28 KJV) on its own line in a smaller font.
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