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Dealing with the loss of a beloved spouse is one of the most difficult, if not the most difficult, experiences one will ever endure. Added to this grief is the stress of planning for the funeral. One aspect of funeral planning is, of course, choosing the songs for the service.
This by itself can be a daunting task; you want to pick the best songs…songs that will represent not only your husband, but also the life the two of you shared for so long.
We hope to take away that stress, or at least provide you with enough inspiration to get you started in the right direction, with this list of the 10 best funeral songs in memory of your husband. Before we get started, let us first express our sincere condolences for your loss. In the very least, we hope that the songs featured here bring you a little bit of peace and comfort as you prepare to say goodbye.
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Top 10 Funeral Songs for Your Husband
Songs appear in alphabetical order by title.
- Beyond the Sea by Bobby Darin
- Bless the Broken Road by Rascal Flatts
- Danny Boy by Celtic Woman
- My Heart Will Go On by Celine Dion
- My Way by Frank Sinatra
- Remember When by Alan Jackson
- Rescue by Lauren Daigle
- They Can’t Take That Away from Me by Frank Sinatra
- Unchained Melody by Righteous Brothers
- You Fill Up My Senses (Annie’s Song) by John Denver
Below you will find videos and audio clips for each of these memorial songs, along with descriptions and options for downloading.
1. Beyond the Sea by Bobby Darin (1959)
Starting off our list of the top funeral songs for husbands is this peppy 1950’s tune from Bobby Darin, who sings about looking forward to the day he’s finally reunited with a long lost love.
2. Bless the Broken Road by Rascal Flatts (2004)
Country group Rascal Flatts reminds us with Bless the Broken Road that sometimes, difficult experiences in life are actually God’s way of pointing us towards the new direction we’re meant to go.
3. Danny Boy by Celtic Woman (2005)
Irish music group Celtic Woman lend their gentle, pure vocals to this classic ballad first written in 1913 by English lyricist Frederic Weatherly. Danny Boy describes two people who love and miss one another, and the longing to be together again in the next life.
4. My Heart Will Go On by Celine Dion (1997)
Celine Dion’s powerful vocals are the perfect accompaniment to My Heart Will Go On, the memorable theme song from the 1997 drama “Titanic.” She sings about honoring the memory of someone dear, but choosing to move on even in the midst of their terrible loss.
5. My Way by Frank Sinatra (1969)
This uplifting song had been around for a few years before Frank Sinatra’s croony version made it globally popular in 1969. In My Way, Sinatra sings words of comfort to loved ones, reassuring them that his life has been full and rich, and he’s lived it on his own terms.
6. Remember When by Alan Jackson (2009)
This country song is easily one of the most popular funeral songs for husbands. In Remember When, Alan Jackson sings about all the good times a couple has shared together throughout the years.
7. Rescue by Lauren Daigle (2018)
This song by Christian artist Lauren Daigle is about trusting God to rescue you in the midst of whatever pain or trial you are going through…in this case, the loss of your beloved husband.
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8. They Can’t Take That Away from Me by Frank Sinatra (1954)
Frank Sinatra’s unmistakable croons are the centerpiece of this upbeat jazz standard. They Can’t Take That Away From Me focuses on the positive memories of someone who is gone, rather than on feelings of sadness.
9. Unchained Melody by Righteous Brothers (1965)
Righteous Brothers first recorded their version of this moving love song in 1965. Ever since then, it’s been the most popular rendition of Unchained Melody. The tune speaks about longing for the love of someone who’s out of reach, and praying for their quick return.
10. You Fill Up My Senses (Annie’s Song) by John Denver (1974)
When you love someone with all you’ve got, and know that the love is returned, you can feel that love with every fiber of your being. That is the message behind the classic John Denver ballad Annie’s Song, also known as “You Fill Up My Senses” …and you know very well that that kind of love can never die.
Your time is precious, so we appreciate you taking the few minutes you did to listen through our list of the best songs for your husband’s funeral.
If you didn’t find what you’re looking for, remember that we also have a master list of funeral songs right here. It features hundreds of popular songs and divides them into categories (funeral songs for a particular person, style, genre, etc.) to make for easy browsing.
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Aubrey is a lifelong writer who has served in the funeral industry since 2016. After graduating from Dallas Institute of Funeral Service, she knew she wanted to continue to serve families through her writing, but didn’t know how.
Soon after, Aubrey experienced a “lightbulb” moment and started her eulogy writing business, Eulogies by Aubrey, in 2019.
Aubrey has written professionally since 2012, covering not only funeral-related topics and gift trends, but also for TV guide listings, as well as legal topics. She began writing for US Urns Online in 2019.
Aubrey’s work has been featured in Huffpost, Coming of Age Magazine, and 1800Flowers.com. She holds certifications in Cremation Arrangement (ICCFA) and Burial at Sea (NEBAS), and as of 2023, is a trained and certified birth and bereavement doula (SBD). Aubrey is currently studying toward her degree in Business Administration.