A special birthday is coming up, or perhaps it is today. But your loved one is no longer here with you.
How do you wish someone happy birthday in heaven?
Below, we have several ways to wish your loved one happy birthday in heaven. We'll also think about birthday wishes from heaven, on your birthday. And we'll close it out with some ideas for how to celebrate your loved one's memorial birthday.
Remembering Your Loved One's Birthday
• Birthday Wishes in Heaven
• On Their Birthday:
• Mom
• Dad
• Brother
• Sister
• Friend
• Happy Birthday in Heaven Poems
• On Your Birthday:
• Happy Birthday Wishes from Heaven
• How to Celebrate the Birthday of Someone in Heaven
Happy Birthday Wishes for Someone in Heaven
When someone you cherished now celebrates their birthdays in Heaven, it leaves you feeling lonely. This is understandable, and you are definitely not alone in your feelings of grief. Thankfully, there are still ways for you to still wish your loved one a happy birthday in Heaven, and ways to thoughtfully iterate it, too.
Here are some special happy birthday wishes to speak in your heart for your loved one this year on their special day.
• “Happy birthday, ________. I don't think you could ever know how much I miss you right now. I wish more than anything that we could be together again to celebrate your day. But I know we will again one day.”
• “It's your birthday, but it doesn't feel like it without you here. It doesn't matter; I'm going to celebrate it like you are here because I know that's what you would have wanted. I love and miss you so much.”
• “I know you're in Heaven and that your birthday there must be way better than any party I could have thrown for you here. And maybe I'm being selfish when I say that I wish you were still here anyway. Happy birthday, love.”
• “I'm feeling a little jealous of the angels right now. Happy birthday in Heaven, _________. Until we meet again.”
• “I know we can't celebrate today like we have in years past. But I hope you know that I still try. Happy Birthday.”
• “I never thought that this day would come, at least not so soon. The day I couldn't wish you Happy Birthday to your face. So I'm sending you my best wishes straight from my heart and right up to Heaven.”
• “We can't go out celebrating today like we used to. But I wanted you to know that I'm still going out – still going to stop by all our old haunts, still going to buy you a birthday gift, still going to raise a glass in your memory. I love you, _______, happy birthday in Heaven.”
• “I used to think that this day would get easier every year that went by. But quite the opposite has happened. Happy birthday, sweetie…I can't wait for the day we can truly celebrate you again.”
• “I will never let today become just another day. Because it will always be your special day. Happy birthday in Heaven, ________. I hope you can feel the love I'm sending your way.”
• “No matter how old I get, your special day will always be the most special day of the year to me. And I will always celebrate it and you. Happiest of birthdays.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Mom
That first birthday Mom celebrates in Heaven is her most glorious one, yet the hardest for the children who survived her. Here are some ways to wish your Mom a happy birthday when she is no longer just a phone call away.
• “Happy birthday, Mom. I didn't know how I would feel today, and to be honest, I'm feeling pretty sad. I wish you were here, but I also wish you the most beautiful and joyous birthday today in the presence of the Lord. I love you.”
• “There's so much I want to tell you, Mama, and so much I want to hear you tell me. But on today, your special day, I simply want to wish you a happy birthday in Heaven.”
• “Happy birthday, Mother. How I wish I was there to celebrate with you.”
• “Every day since you passed away has been hard, Mom. Today has been especially difficult, but I know you wouldn't want to see me sad like this. So here's a smile just for you, just for today. I love you.”
• The calendar says it's your birthday…but it really doesn't feel like it. Tonight I am getting takeout from our favorite little restaurant we'd always spend your special day at. I know you would join me if you could. Happy birthday, Mom, I sure do love you.”
• “Sending hugs and kisses straight up to Heaven just for you today, Mommy. I wish I could wrap my arms around your neck and give them to you myself, but I'll have to let God do it for me this year. Happy birthday.”
• “Remember how you used to celebrate your whole birthday month and not just your birthday? I'm going to keep that candle burning for you, Mom. I love you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Dad
You used to celebrate every birthday together, but this year you must wish him, “Happy birthday in Heaven, Dad.” Here are some ways to express that sentiment in a meaningful way.
• “We used to have so much fun on your birthdays, Dad. We'd always do the same things every year, but every year it was special. I love you, enjoy your birthday in Heaven.”
• “You taught me strength, honor, humility, and also what it means to have a good time. I just can't figure out how to do that last part anymore. Happy birthday, Pops, I know you're having a good time in Heaven.”
• “You used to love Mom's homemade chocolate cake… so today I made a double recipe just for you. I know you can't enjoy it this year, but don't worry – I'll got you covered. Happy birthday, Dad.”
• “I looked in the mirror today and saw my father. And know what? I couldn't complain.”
• “Happy birthday to the man who taught me all about the Reason I know I'll get to see you again one day: Jesus.”
• “My loss was Heaven's gain, Daddy. But that doesn't make this day any easier. I love you and can't wait to be together again one day. Happy birthday.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Brother
Your brother has been by your side through it all. You've always enjoyed celebrating birthdays together, but this year is going to be different.
• “I can't believe it's your birthday and you're not here to celebrate it with us. Today I lean on all the good memories I have with you, and on the promise that I'll see you again one day.”
• “Brother, what does it mean to celebrate a birthday in Heaven? I have no idea, except that it's probably not bad at all. I love you, I miss you, and I wish you were still here.”
• “Today I saw what day it was and picked up the phone to call you. Then I remembered. Happy birthday in heaven, bro. Don't worry – I'm not going to erase your number.”
• “They say, ‘If only heaven had visiting hours…' Well I say, if only earth had visiting hours. I'd bring you back in a heartbeat to celebrate just today…then God could have you back.”
• “Happy birthday to my brother in Heaven. I'm sure after a glimpse of the heavenly realms there's no way I could drag you back into this one for just for one more birthday together. And that's okay. I love you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Sister
Sisters share a close bond that those who don't have a sister simply can't comprehend. You will always want to wish your sister a happy birthday on her special day – even when she's in Heaven – so here are some messages to help you do that.
• “I've spent the whole day looking through photos of us during happier times. I've laughed, cried, gone numb and felt the pain of losing you all over again. Happy birthday, sweet sister. It's not the same here without you.”
• “When you left, a piece of me went with you. Happiest of heavenly birthdays to my precious sister. What a wonderful celebration we'll have once we're reunited again.”
• “There are no words to describe how I'm feeling right now. Sad, yes. But yet joyful, too. Happy birthday, _______.”
• “I'm sitting here trying to come up with a way to tell you happy birthday when there's really no way to physically do so. It's breaking my heart, but I'll say it anyway: Happy birthday, sister. You are sorely missed.”
• “I will always celebrate you.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven: Friend
Friends are the family we choose for ourselves. You may have lost your friend, but you certainly didn't lose the memories of birthdays past that will stay tucked in your heart forever.
• “It doesn't feel right to celebrate this day. But I'm going to do it anyway, for you and in your memory, because it's what you would have wanted. Happy birthday, ________, I love you dearly.”
• “Our friendship was one for the ages and will never again be duplicated. I don't know how to honor you on this day other than by letting you know how much I miss you and wish you were still here. Happy birthday, my friend.”
• “It's such a wonderful feeling to know that I have a connection to the One Who has drawn you back to Him again: the Lord. I pray you have a wonderful birthday celebration in Heaven today, sweet friend.”
• “Why does God always take the best? Happy birthday, __________. Thinking of you today and everyday.”
• “I don't know if you can hear me, so I'll ask God to pass it along: I love you, I miss you, and I miss the good times we always had together. Happy birthday, __________. I hope it's a good one.”
Happy Birthday in Heaven Poems
Sometimes a little poetry can speak our emotions for us when we can't get the words out ourselves. These are written by yours truly and are free for personal use.
Mother's Memory
Night had fallen, on the eve before
And I knew it wouldn't be the same
As last year, or the year before
So I simply said your name.
I cried in my sleep and wished you were close
By me still to rock and hold
My hand in the dark, my head to your chest
And whisper softly, a mother's caress:
“It's okay, I'm fine. I'm at the Lord's feet
I'm dreaming of you and the day we can meet
To celebrate again that one day each year
The reason I was born at all: to love you, my dear.”
Tonight
Tonight I'll raise a glass to you
In a mournful sort of way
To celebrate who you once were
How you lived your life each day.
I'll cry a toast to evermore
I'll dance alone in our room
I'll light a candle then blow it out
I'll sing a song to you.
I'll tell everyone how hard it's been
Yet it won't be honest enough
I'll cry into your tear-stained pillow
Yet it won't bring you back, my love.
Every year's the same, and it'll always be
Only me alone, and never you and me
To celebrate your special day
To live, to laugh, together be
The angels better treat you well
The Lord, I know He does
But until I can see you with my own eyes
I'll remember you and what was.
Birthday Wishes from Heaven (on YOUR Birthday)
What about when it's YOUR birthday, and your loved one is no longer with you? How can you possibly celebrate YOUR day when the one person you want to celebrate with literally can't?
If you have a friend in Heaven, and your birthday is about to roll around again (only this time, without them), we have a piece of advice for you:
Celebrate anyway.
Why? Because it's what they would have wanted.
If you're finding that hard to imagine, here are some “birthday wishes from Heaven,” conceptualized messages from your loved one to help you feel just a little more content today:
• “You would not believe how beautiful it is here. Sorry, but I wouldn't want to leave Heaven for earth again any day – even your birthday! I look forward to the day we can celebrate YOU again, together.”
• “Happy birthday, __________. I know today is hard for you without me and I'm so sorry I had to leave you behind. When you get here, I'll catch you up on everything.”
• “The Lord called my name and I had to go. But it's on days like today that I wish earth had visiting hours. Happy birthday, honey, I love and miss you, too.”
• “I wish I could turn that frown upside down. Because there's no sadness whatsoever here! Happy birthday to you and many more to come before you get up here with me.”
• “Life is so short – I think I have a right to say that now. Enjoy it while you can, live it to the fullest and make the most of all the birthdays you are given. I love you.”
• “When the time comes, we'll get to celebrate your big day again. Until then, keep your chin up, do all the things you want to do, and remember me today and always.”
How to Celebrate the Birthday of Someone in Heaven
For several years after a family friend passed away, I'd buy a 16-ounce of his favorite soda (Sunkist) on his birthday and have a drink in his memory. It was such a simple thing to do, and no one else even knew about it. But it was a way to keep his memory alive in my own mind and heart.
That's something that you could do, too, for your loved one this year on their birthday. Did they have a favorite snack or drink, and was it always served at their birthday parties? Or maybe they had a favorite song (or perhaps you associate a certain song with them). Listen to it on their birthday as a sweet gift to them, in their memory.
Here are some more specific ways that you can celebrate the birthday of your loved one who's in Heaven now:
• Set their photo up and light a candle in their memory.
• Go to their favorite place, be it a certain store, restaurant or park.
• Call their family up and tell them you're thinking of them today.
• Say a prayer just for your loved one.
Happy Heavenly Birthday
One day, we will meet again and then we can celebrate you special day together.
When you're missing your bestie…
Beautiful birthday wishes for the love of your life.
I can't believe it's your birthday and you're not here to celebrate it with us. I miss you!
Mom, oh how I wish I was there with you to celebrate together.
A father's absence is always felt so deeply.
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• Mom, 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 mom!
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• Today, we are celebrating one more year of your life. Even if you are no longer with us mom, please know that we are thinking of you and that we miss you terribly, happy birthday mom!
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• A wonderful birthday wishes to the world’s sweetest mom. I am truly grateful that I have you as my mom. Thank you for always believing in me and for all of the support that you have given me. I wish you so much mommy, but I know you are in a good place now and that makes me happy, happy birthday!
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• Heaven now holds my mother on her special day. Lord, I ask that you give this bouquet of beautiful flowers to her and please tell her that I love her with all eternity.
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• Best bday my dearest and sweetest mother. Not a day will pass by that I will not think of you. I really miss you and my life has been empty since the day you passed away.
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• Mother, I think of you every single day. But I feel better at the thought that you already have new family and friends up there in heaven who will celebrate with you on this special day of yours. I really miss you and I just look forward for the day that we can be together again and celebrate your birthday up there in heaven.
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• Mom, the day you passed away has been the saddest day of my life. I know that wherever you are, you are happy and free from all of life's troubles. I know that I will be with you one day in heaven. Happy birthday, mom.
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• I love you mum and will always miss you. When I think of the good times we shared, a smile crosses my lips as I look up to heaven. I will still miss you, mom—happy birthday in heaven.
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• I want to wish a happy birthday in heaven to the best mom in the world. I also want to especially thank you for giving me the genes that have made me awesome. Stay happy wherever you are.
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• Even though you’re no longer with me, I know that you’re never far away. You’re looking down and smiling each and every day. Though the days are tough without you, I feel a little tug. Every single morning, it’s your Heaven-sent hug. Happy birthday, mom.
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• Mom, your memory continues to shine brightly all the days of my life. I thank God for you every day and I take today to fill my heart with your neverending light. Happy birthday in Heaven, mom.
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• When I needed to laugh, you were there. When I needed to cry, you were there. While life comes with ups and downs, your love was the one thing that remained constant. Even today, I feel the radiance of your love everywhere I go. Thank you, mom. Happy birthday.
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• On your birthday, I’m sure you’re having the time of your life up above. Here on earth, we cherish our memories with you and look forward to our reunion in Heaven. Happy birthday, mom. Thank you for being a shining light in our lives.
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• Even though you’re no longer with us, I rejoice in the fact that you’re with your Maker. And I thank God that I was blessed with a mother such as you. Happy birthday, mom.
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• On your special day, I smile as I remember your kindness, class, and unconditional love. Please know that you’re never far from my heart. Happy birthday, mom.
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• Thanks to you, I grew up to be a confident, loving, gracious adult. Yet on days such as these, I feel as small as a child. I long for the day when we’ll meet again. Until then, I hold your memories close and wish you a happy birthday, mom.
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• Although you’re gone, I’ll continue to celebrate you with all my heart and soul. As I send my love to Heaven, I wish you a happy birthday, mom.
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• When I think of you, I smile because God blessed me with a wonderful mom. Even though you’re gone, the love of your memories keeps me calm. Happy birthday.
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• No one can replace the love of a mother. On your birthday, I thank you for your love and wait until once again, we see each other.
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• It doesn’t matter if we’re near or far. I’ll send birthday wishes to you on a shooting star. Have a wonderful day in Heaven, mom.
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• You have been nothing but the best mom and best friend to us all on earth. You are dearly missed, and we wish you a happy birthday.
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• The beautiful memories of the times we’ve spent together make me smile, only until the moment when they eventually remind me that you’re no longer here. I miss you.
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• A wonderful birthday wishes to the world’s sweetest mom. I am truly grateful that I have you as my mom. Thank you for always believing in me and for all of the support that you have given me. I wish you so much mommy, but I know you are in a good place now and that makes me happy, happy birthday!
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• Happy birthday, Mother. You are always the 1st person I think of whenever I wake up every morning. I always missed you so much and I miss you much more today as it is your birthday. You truly are the best mom anyone can have. I love you forever, love you to infinity and beyond.
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• I admire my mother for so many things – she’s one such amazing woman that is selfless, graceful, loving and strong. There is no other woman out there that I adore than her. On her birthday, I just want to say that I miss her terribly. But even if she is not with us now, she is definitely in our minds and hearts.
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• All my life I kept wishing to grow older so I could finally move out and do my own thing. But now I wish I could just turn back time to be a child and hug my mom again. I miss you.
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• Dad, your love lives inside me every day, because of the many things you imparted in me. I’m growing up to be a responsible man just like you would have wanted. May you receive all my heart’s birthday wishes in heaven.
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• Like any other birthday dad, we have gathered today to share some of the experiences and lessons you left us. After all that has happened, we are stronger than ever. Wishing the best dad to ever live a heavenly happy birthday.
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• Wherever you are, big sister, we wish you nothing, but happiness and all the blessings heaven could give. We would have taken you to your best restaurant if you were here. Have a very happy birthday.
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• The bike rides, the random forest visits, and theme park explorations are some of the memories that run through my mind on this special day. Those memories will never fade away. May you have the best birthday in heaven.
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• Though you are not here to blow your candles, you will forever remain in our thoughts. No one could ever replace you; not in a million years. I hope all the new people in heaven are singing happy birthday to you.
• Dear mother, you completed your life cycle and with great luck, you got to know your grandchildren. Unfortunately, physically your body did not give you more and Diosito picked you up so you do not continue suffering. Those of us, who remain here on earth do not stop remembering you and we are reunited in your name for the day of your birthday. Happy birthday Mom in heaven
• Today is your birthday and it seems that the sky is partying because it dawned very clear and you can see that we will have a very sunny day. I remember you with a lot of love and the traces that you left in my heart will never be erased because nobody will ever occupy the place that you left empty in my life. I miss you so much, Happy birthday in heaven mom.
• How to forget a Mom, that is something impossible and even more if it is a Mommy like you. I can still remember when you gave me the blessing before I went to sleep when you were unhappy in my sick nights and much more. As I would like you to be by my side Mamma, I will never forget you. Today I want to send you a huge kiss to the sky, tell you that I love you and wish you a beautiful name day.
• You do not know how it hurts me to live with your absence Mom. Wherever I go I see your face, I remember the moments we have shared, your caresses, your stories and much more. Congratulations on your name day.
• Despite the years that have passed since you went on a trip to heaven, I still feel like it was yesterday. Your presence, your smell, your words and all of you accompany me every day of my life Mammy. I adore you and wish you a beautiful name day.
• There is nothing in this world that makes me stop loving you and remembering you because my love for you is infinite and today is the day when you turned years, I want to tell you that I will not be sad but you are more than ever in my mind and my heart
• There is not a single day in my life that does not remind you of my Mother, and today you are even more present because it is the day we celebrated so much, that is the day of your birthday, I know that everyone in heaven is Enlarging a lot, happy birthday mom in heaven.
• If Birthdays were celebrated in heavens, I implore the sky to organize the best and biggest birthday party for my mother because she deserves all the attention of the day.
• The sky is beautiful today; I know it’s my mom smiling at me from the heavens on her birthday, I feel connected to you despite your death. You are greatly missed.
• You don’t know how much I miss you mum, and remembering that you were here with us on your last birthday makes my eyes swell. I hope you are in a better place, and singing with joy.
• You left us unexpectedly, and although time has flown away I still think of you and miss you terribly, I wish you could still blow off the candle on your birthday cake. A superb birthday!