The loss of a child leaves an indescribable void, and a funeral program can become a precious keepsake that holds their memory close, offering a gentle embrace of love to those who gather to say goodbye. For such a delicate moment, a tender quote can provide a small measure of comfort during a memorial service.
At Noted and Charmed, I offer over 200 Canva-editable funeral program templates to help you create a tribute that feels personal and heartfelt. In this post, I’ve curated 20 quotes for a child to include in a funeral program, perfect for honoring a young soul with love and gentleness. Let’s find the perfect words to celebrate their brief but beautiful life.
Why Add a Quote for a Child to a Funeral Program? Quotes can express emotions that are hard to put into words, offering solace and a sense of connection during a time of profound grief. For a child’s memorial, a quote can reflect their innocence, joy, and angelic nature, making the program a true reflection of their light. Whether you choose a gentle sentiment about angels or a loving message of eternal memory, a quote adds depth to your memorial keepsake, giving attendees something to hold onto long after the service.
20 Quotes for a Child These quotes offer tender comfort for a child’s memorial, focusing on innocence, love, and the angelic nature of young souls:
- “Too beautiful for earth, an angel in heaven.” — Unknown
- “A moment in our arms, forever in our hearts.” — Unknown
- “Little hands, little feet, a love so big it will never leave.” — Unknown
- “An angel wrote in the book of life my baby’s date of birth, then whispered as she closed the book, ‘Too beautiful for earth.’” — Unknown
- “Your tiny wings carried you to heaven, but your love remains with us forever.” — Unknown
- “Some people only dream of angels; we held one in our arms.” — Unknown
- “Heaven gained an angel, but we lost a star.” — Unknown
- “Though your time on earth was short, your light will shine forever.” — Unknown
- “A child’s laughter echoes in the hearts of those who loved them.” — Unknown
- “Our little angel, you brought us joy we’ll never forget.” — Unknown
- “In the garden of heaven, you bloom as the sweetest flower.” — Unknown
- “Your tiny footprints left the biggest mark on our hearts.” — Unknown
- “God’s smallest angels leave the biggest impressions.” — Unknown
- “You were a gift from heaven, now returned to the stars.” — Unknown
- “A child’s love is a light that never fades.” — Unknown
- “We loved you for a moment, but we’ll miss you for a lifetime.” — Unknown
- “An angel in the arms of God, a treasure in our hearts.” — Unknown
- “Your smile lit up our world, and now it lights up the heavens.” — Unknown
- “Little one, you were a blessing we’ll cherish forever.” — Unknown
- “Though you’re gone, your love whispers in the wind, forever near.” — Unknown Pair With: Babies/Toddler/Children templates with gentle, soft designs featuring pastel colors, teddy bears, or angel wings to offer comfort.
How to Add a Quote to Your Funeral Program Adding a quote to your funeral program is simple with Canva:
- Purchase a template from Noted and Charmed (all are Canva-editable and just $10).
- Open the template in Canva and find a text box for a quote or poem (or add a new one by clicking “Text” in the sidebar).
- Copy-paste your chosen quote, adjust the font (e.g., “Lora” for a soft, gentle look), and align it to suit the design.
- If the quote is over an image, adjust transparency (under the chess pattern icon) to make the text readable—e.g., reduce the image opacity to 30%.
- Download as a PDF for printing or PNG for digital sharing, ready to use in your service.
Create a Heartfelt Program with Noted and Charmed A tender quote can transform a funeral program into a lasting tribute, and Noted and Charmed makes it easy to bring your vision to life. Explore over 200 funeral program templates, from Babies/Toddler/Children for a child’s memorial to Floral Framed Programs, and my Minimalist Programs. They’re affordable and easy to edit in Canva, with a bonus digital e-invite included in many designs. Visit my shop to find the perfect template, and let’s craft a memorial keepsake that celebrates a life. Have a custom request? Reach out—I’m here to help.
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