Top Five (5) Songs For Mourning & Saying Goodbye :(

[@princetonnj1628]

"Don't just love others, love yourself. Don't just forgive others, forgive yourself." Wow. Just wow. Thank you Michael.

[@sherrylechaton6924]

So good.

[@janetallison363]

Yes, just Wow💞

[@curtisrobinson7962]

Love the one you're with: do dew do do dew dew.

[@inadecaire8345]

My favourite Dani and Lizzie….’Dancing in the sky’ was played at my Nephews funeral…..

[@Guitargate]

That’s it right there. Thx my friend ❤

[@Lee-mmg]

Tears in Heaven MY two sons died in 1999 from the same wreck - (18 and 28) I am now 74 - I miss em so much. But the Lord just took my hand and took me through that valley! Feb of 2022 - my best friend passed - we rode our horses, decorated our homes, had so much fun. One year we rode our horses 1000 miles. Oh my! I know one day I'll see my boys and my very best friend. We'll walk by the river that we stood by, with a smile on our face, grace in our hearts, and singing Glory to the Lord Almighty... Glory to the Lord!

[@Lauraleeholton]

So sorry for your losses.

[@MaryBywaters]

I too am sorry for your deep loss. One day you will see them again. Xoxoxo

[@KiwiDh383]

So sorry for your loss, my dear brother died a few days ago sadly with Motor Neurone Disease ..sorry for your loss of your sons, you will see them again as well as your dear friend. Sometimes it’s very hard to accept these losses . I’ll pray for you ..xxx

[@MDzVQPln]

💔 😔 😢 🙏🏻

[@slick7209]

So sorry for your lost . Until you meet them in heaven

[@grandkidsareme]

I found you tonight as I was looking for my own funeral songs, I’m a stage 4 cancer patient and I know there’s no going back- I want to tell you how much I just adore you, and how you can tell a story so well!!! I loved that you were literally looking into the screen as if we were talking on FaceTime, you are so connected with your audience! Thabk you so much for this, you taught me a lot about picking my songs!!! Thank you so much

[@m5sunflower665]

🙏🙏

[@dieniabennett9522]

❤

[@SultryAngel]

I am a huge fan of Eric’s and have seen him many times. I saw Eric Clapton last year in Toronto Canada, seeing and hearing him play this song live was amazing. My dad passed in Aug 1993, my parents used to go to Florida every winter and I would go and visit them while they were there. My dad & I watched the Grammy’s when Eric won for this song. After the show was over my dad & I were talking about Eric and what the song was about. My dad was such a gentle & caring man, he started to cry when I told him what the song was about. My dad had been healthy until his late 50’s when he was diagnosed with Parkinson Disease, skin cancer and a large aortic aneurysm removed from his chest. He passed away suddenly Aug 13th 1993 and I was away and arrived home to find he had passed. I played that song over and over as I had been very close to my dad and felt like I lost a part of me when he passed.

[@cindysmith3258]

God Bless 🙌 you.

[@DonnaBurdine-o8d]

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[@rea5877]

As my grandma was on her last few minutes of life in the hospital bed, surrounded by all of the family that she has held together for so long, her daughter (my aunt) started singing 'go rest high on that mountain', which was one of my grandmas favorites. Then the other daughters joined in. Eventually the whole room was filled with all of us singing this song for her, through tears and holding one another. She passed right after that. 🥺💔💕 I really wish that I had that moment on video. It was the most precious wholesome thing that has ever happened. I hope I never forget that memory.

[@foodforthought2374]

How beautiful. My mother was bedridden for the last 6 months of her life. As her time neared. I combed her hair and washed her face and sang to her as I prepared her for the rest of her journey. She gently passed and I stayed so still and quiet as she entered eternal rest. It was the most beautiful thing I have ever witnessed. Her chains were broken and she soared.

[@TheGoodHeart1000]

If I may, you will never forget that moment, because her love, your grandmother’s love, that held the family together, is a thread of the legacy passed on to you, her beloved grandchild. Let it grow in the way that only God can bring it to its fullness-through your continued love given to others. Blessings to you and showers of cool waters when you need those moments of hot tears and angst to be turned to calm and love.

[@ChadBedwell]

You'll Never forget!!!

[@hollygolightly6243]

Thank you for sharing such a beautiful memory. You won’t forget …..❤

[@katherineknight1676]

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[@KarrenMcCabe]

My son died unexpectedly, and in a moment, just a few months ago.. Thank you for these thoughts, and this music. I'm writing a book of his life. This - your words, and the music - help me know, and understand a bit more, how universal this awful. loss is. Thank you, thank you

[@briannab5296]

🫂 💕

[@sharonridley9724]

I lost my son to a drug overdose in April. Some how I came across this......God bless you ❤

[@ernestkroeker6348]

Our son died of sudden heart failure at 24 - he was out riding his bike - we never said good-bye. My wife ( MD ) has a very good way of describing grief that happened. It was like someone dropped an enormous weight on us. At first we were sure it would crush us. Over the past 10 years we have learned to carry that weight - it never goes away and it does not get less heavy but like in the physical world if you work at lifting and carrying weights you get better at. It is very hard work and sometimes you weaken and collapse again but you must go on.

[@carlab7960]

I have no words to express my sympathy. May God bless you with peace in knowing you will meet your loved ones again 💔

[@llk7097]

I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s unimaginable… 🌹🙏🩷

[@lyndaskip5417]

❤❤

[@Chris-qp9bi]

I feel and felt like this. I don't like it but have to keep casting my burden, my overwhelming crushing weight, on Him, because He will make SURE I get to be reunited with my Dad again someday. All my tears... He helps me shed now, and He will touch my face when I see Him and wipe away my tears, and this crushing weight will become, instead, overwhelming permanent Joy. A little like doggies taken home from lonesome pens in shelters who've been abused/ abandoned & haven't been loved but finally, finally realize they've found a "Home in a Loving Person," where s/he can play and be safe and loved permanently. But much better there, than that, where things are INFINITE in growing and enjoying, for Love and Joy. And I'll get my doggo back, and DAD. Trees, gardens and like Christmas every day. You, TOO : you WILL.

[@MonaLeduc]

❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@trudylynn9512]

I'm 70 now. My daughter hasn't spoken to me in over 9 years. When I pass this is what I would want her to know... "All I ask of you is forever to remember me as loving you..."

[@jeffreytrickey861]

Reach out to her. A simple "I love you!"

[@JodieRichardson-wf3qp]

I am Soo sorry for you Sweet and tender loss in your family's lives. Keep your chin up,

[@jeffreytrickey861]

Please call her. You both will receive great rewards and blessings

[@dvf4550]

Sometimes it is not possible. I tried with my daughter who also ceased any relationship with me about five years ago. She didn't respond and told someone I was violating her boundaries by trying to contact her. She lives in another state far away, has blocked me, changed her contact information, etc. I have no way to contact her. It came out of the blue, because she knows I believe in God, after a therapist convinced her to be an atheist and that anyone who believes in God is toxic. I'm not the only one she decided to shut out of her life. But I believe she is sincere about it and in her own way searching for truth and self improvement. I harbor no negative feelings, love her dearly, and wish the best for her always. She always knew, and I'm sure still does, how much I love her. And like the commenter we are replying to, I hope that is what she will remember about me when I'm gone.

[@kimberlyknight4973]

@@dvf4550Yes I have a nephew and granddaughter who has done the same . I am now on speaking terms with my daughter. The 3 of them are atheist and all Christians are toxic.

[@bonniemiller4580]

I lost my 37 y/o son unexpectedly a few weeks ago. This heart wrenching loss is really more than I can bear, I have endless days of tears. No one should bury their child. It is the indescribable worst nightmare, a thousand times worse than losing my parents, sibling, aunts or grandparents. I will never be the same, I will always be Kristofer’s mother. Three songs we played, Tears in Heaven, sang by my husband while playing his guitar. My son was an avid Phish fan, attended more than 100 concerts. Our other children picked these two songs, they were so appropriate- please take a listen to Phish- I miss you and Phish - Waste (I want to waste my time with you). Kristofer was at the prime if his life after many very difficult struggles that most do not survive, he made it; a career he loved as a senior software programmer, bought a beautiful home on Lake Michigan 4 months before he passed away. He had one outstanding year after 15 years of struggle. Hundreds have told me since he passed away what an incredible person he was, loving, kind, hard working, a brilliant engineer, he helped so many with small things and big, he never talked about his good works. He didn’t seek recognition. I think God saw he struggled so, and gave him a year to enjoy the perfect life and then called his angel home. What were the lessons we were supposed to learn? Did people give him help when he really needed it? Many times they did not. As his mother and friend, I was there with him every step of the way, with nothing left unsaid between us, I love you and hugs every day. I am thankful for that. Maybe the lesson is for others who aren’t talking to their children, or helping when they really need it. Several of his friends talked to me at his funeral, as I silently wondered to myself “Did he really know how deeply I loved him”? Each of his many close friends quietly and privately said, “I want you to know Kristofer talked about you a lot, he loved you and said he knew you loved him so much”. That question that kept circulated my brain, was being answered repeatedly by his different friends. I believe Kristofer was speaking to me through them. I did and always will until the end of my life love my beautiful son.

[@georgemelvin588]

Awww, so sorry about your loss Bonnie, my deep and sincere condolences, how have you been? 🌺

[@bonniemiller4580]

@@georgemelvin588 thank you for your kindness. My emotions are all over the place, just trying to get through each minute and each day. Thank you for asking.

[@georgemelvin588]

@@bonniemiller4580 you're welcome. It's really nice getting to hear from you, where are you chatting from?

[@bonniemiller4580]

@@georgemelvin588 Wisconsin, and you?

[@georgemelvin588]

@@bonniemiller4580 wow, that's amazing. I'm here at the Gulf of Alaska, how's everything over there?

[@jeannelederman8992]

My son took his own life in 2020. I found him four years ago today. He suffered his entire life with anxiety and depression. I chose “Vincent” by Don McLean. “Now I understand what you tried to say to me, how you suffered for your sanity and how you tried to set them free. They would not listen, they did not know how , perhaps they’ll listen now.”

[@viansu2024]

A warm hug for you..I will keep you in my prayers tonight and for a long time. May angels surround you in your moments of heartache. 🙏🏻

[@katherineg9396]

It's a beautiful song.

[@eleanorbenner1885]

My husband of almost 68 years died 3 months ago. We have a CD of "our" songs from the beginning of our lives together.

[@seascape35]

That is a beautiful memory. Sorry for your loss.

[@maureencummings3946]

That is so beautiful,yet so bittersweet,this is the life we live.in. But were told not to dwell in the past,but yet the memories are so dear, and very much a part of us,it's hard not to..yet the cycles of life go on,hills and valleys,fragility and resillience..life and death😔

[@shelliknapp5622]

That is such a great thing to have all of that magical time in your lives , in music …❤

[@MISNM0]

🫂🫂🫂💔🕊🤍

[@juliejennings7459]

So sorry for your loss ❤

[@lehk23]

I just put down my 17 year old dog, Casper, few days ago. I'm still not ready to talk too much about him without crying, so I'll just say he was the best boy and ill miss him. I've been wandering around the house just remembering him. Been thinking of ways to honor his memory and even though I know its cheesey, I want to play something for him on guitar and this video helped me feel better and decide to do it (i was thinking of tears in heaven before this vid). Thank you, sorry for your loss, and I hope everyone has a great day. Hug your loved ones for me please. Love you Casper!

[@thesunreport]

Fairport Convention - Who Knows Where The Time Goes (with Sandy Denny) - kzbin.info/www/bejne/epa9fWV8jdB6p6s

[@yonkel0]

I'm sorry for your loss of Casper. They are family.

[@RichardHughes15]

Hey, Metaslave. I’m so sorry about your dog. It’s so hard to go through. I had to put down my dog a while ago, and the only way I know how to deal with things is by writing songs. I wrote this song, the day I had to do the hardest thing I ever had to do. It’s not my story , but it’s absolutely my feelings. I hope it helps you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3zcdotrpbR2rrc

[@melissatyree566]

Always heartbreaking to lose our fur babies. Hope you are having a better day today. Melissa from ohio 🐶

[@BennyTheButcher2]

Sorry for your loss. I recently had to put down my dog, and it is tough. Might I recommend Bron-Y-Aur Stomp by Led Zeppelin? It's off Led Zeppelin III. The song is a love letter to Robert Plant's dog Strider. Great band, great song, and helps me remember the good times spent with my dogs.

[@rebeccahfreeman9779]

I can tell how much these songs mean to you. Music has such power. My son was kidnapped when he was 12 years old. I finally got him back home when he was 33 years old. I had him for 5 months, when he suddenly passed away at the age of 34. Life is so unfair. We played his favorite song. Somewhere over the rainbow by izzy. He has been gone a year now. I still think about him every day.

[@suzy6251]

Bless you, may you gain strength and see your son once again one day

[@markboehme]

The way Izzy sings it is so soulful. Thank you for sharing. Blessings.

[@cathflorence761]

💞💕🌹🤗 Sending you love and hugs. I can't imagine the loss you feel, having lost him twice.

[@wendybutler2359]

Somewhere over the Rainbow was my mums fav too and we played it at her funeral. Nothing can ease your pain except knowing that you will see your son again. X

[@robdee9341]

Sending 💖to you so sorry..

[@edwardf9661]

I love this…”you are not a body with a soul….you are a soul with a body “❤️

[@clpendygraft]

I sang to my dad until he died. It was about four in morning and the hospital was quiet and I left the door open so everyone could hear. I had sung in church with him since I was little. That was the last time I ever sang that anyone else could hear. I just hope that he heard me in his last few minutes here with me.

[@candaceion9622]

I did the same with my grandfather. They say that their hearing is the LAST to go.❤

[@kimking6036]

A hospice nurse told me the last thing to go is their hearing. She said talking or singing to the person you love. Gives them peace and comfort. I lost my parents. So I get it. I hope this helps some how.

[@aarondunkin5585]

As an ICU nurse(through Covid), I can attest that hearing is the last to go during the process of death. Many times I have witnessed someone tell their loved one something, or sing, or pray and the peace that comes over them is absolutely unreal. I know the patient heard them. I’m humbled and grateful to do what I do. God bless!

[@snowxxo]

keep singing.....he can still hear you

[@ContikiCuddler]

As my mother lay dying I was told she was totally unresponsive. I sat with her for a long time, talkin to her about all the memories we had made together and as a family. I read to her and sang to her. Every time I sang , her eyes moved. I would stop and her eyes would stop. I would sing more and ever so slightly, her eyes would move back and forth. After being there for quite a while, the ICU nurse told me I should just go home that she couldn't hear me anyway. I told her she could.The nurse told me it was impossible. I had her come over and I showed her. She tried to convince me they weren't, and if they were, it was involuntary movement. So I called another nurse and showed her. She looked at the other nurse with a stunned look and agreed with me that Mom was responding. Tears flowed as I knew my mother wasn't just lying there hearing the cold, empty noise of the hospital. The last sounds she was hearing were full of love and happiness. She passed away quietly and happy. The song that means so much to me is "I can only imagine" by Mercy Me

[@pataho4290]

My husband found Tears in Heaven in early 1992. Up until that time he had been numb from the death of our 8 year old son in an accident the summer before. The song put words to his grief and the tears began to flow and 30 years later the tears still come and it will always be his song.

[@georgemelvin7187]

Awww, so sorry about your loss dear, my deep and sincere condolences, how have you been?

[@richielimited5713]

I am so sorry about your loss, I will be praying for you, nice to meet you here, how have you been ?

[@jackiespeich.sport2001]

I’m so very sorry for your loss.

[@vickyandres6922]

So sorry for your loss. Eric Clapton played this at the Grammys the night before my daughter died. I always think of her when I hear it.

[@rowharv4612]

God didn't make little green apples is another great one

[@Merkava56]

As I watched my dad pass the words came to me... "We had joy we had fun we had seasons in the sun but the wine and the song like the seasons have all gone. Goodbye papa it's hard to die."

[@conniesue8957]

I love it! My husband is in hospice and am planning, he will love it!

[@Merkava56]

@@conniesue8957 Awe bless you and him. Praying for the both of you.

[@cherylgrec9701]

Reflections of my life by Marmalade is a tearjerker.

[@SarahCarter-ef5qk]

This song makes me cry every time I hear it...😢

[@bethcollins1433]

My song also to be played 😢

[@kayekirkes2484]

I lost my husband in 2006 at the age of 54. We were jr. and high school sweethearts. I chose Diamond Rio’s “One More Day”. He had decided to retire and we were moving to Mexico but just a few days before we were to board that plane, he suffered a heart attack and a few days out of the hospital he then suffered a massive stroke. He was on life support for a few days till my children and I made that prayerful but agonizing decision to end it. What I would have given for just one more day with him to tell him, once again, that I loved him.

[@beverlywilliams3682]

That is a powerful song too. I ‘m so sorry for your loss. way too young to lose someone you love so much. ❤

[@schusterrn]

Two weeks ago, my 56 year old sister died unexpectedly at her home. We remaining siblings are all in our 70s, never expecting Anne to be the first to leave. A tremendously generous person and advocate for the homeless in her community, professor of geology, creative artist, avid stamp collector, and so many more attributes, a true loss to all who knew her. Rest free of worries, Anne.

[@ladyanne8139]

I'm so sorry. Losing a sibling is terrible pain. You will b in my prayers 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@vickymcpherson7985]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@Sunny25611]

I’m so sorry for your loss Claire. My family who was once 9 of us is now 7. 2 of my 3 brothers both in their early 40’s just a few years apart in death and the youngest. May God’s compassion give you peace and acceptance and I trust His words.

[@barbaramccormack5612]

Claire, so sorry 😕 I won't say, sorry for your loss, because you really haven't lost her, she's just transitioned into another realm of which you can still communicate. I'm made to understand that we do make soul contracts before coming here. So your sister being the first to go so young, could be a result of that. Just know that she's back Home now, and is with you, watching over you all. And I do not speak those words lightly. 😄 Blessings to you. 💜🙏

[@elizanderson2112]

Take care of your heart

[@carolroberts8930]

I have chosen "This One's With Me" by Newsong, "Go Rest High on that Mountain" by Vince Gill, "I Will Rise" by Chris Tomlin, and "Who Am I" by Casting Crowns for my funeral. I am 81 years old. I have chosen these songs to glorify Jesus and to comfort and encourage my loved ones and friends when I go to meet Jesus. Thanks for producing this video. Well done.

[@lumacdonald9379]

These are good choices. I lost my husband of 38 years 14 months ago today and I chose some other that I mentioned in my comment but also chose Used to this by maverick city, I am loved by Mack Brock, Reason to Praise by Bethel Music and There’s an open Heaven by Aeron Brown to lift our spirits to the One and I asked my pastor to ask if anyone wanted to give there life to the Lord, 12 people raised their hands and only one got mad and walked out! I ask the Lord to pursue that one. Anyway Carol I like your choices

[@UpandiTembo]

I’d add Word of God Speak 💛

[@bridgetriley8242]

I hope you respond to me because I totally get it ! Here’s one of my 5 !

[@bridgetriley8242]

Magnolia wind magnolia wind Emmy Lou Harris

[@annanikia7949]

Wow, will check them out!

[@dbsfortrddepressionmystory5143]

I hope this quote helps those suffering with grief. It speaks truth to me. “The reality is that you will grieve forever. You will not ‘get over’ the loss of a loved one; you will learn to live with it. You will heal and you will rebuild yourself around the loss you have suffered. You will be whole again but you will never be the same. Nor should you be the same, nor would you want to be.” - Elisabeth Kübler-Ross

[@glendawatts498]

Thanks for the quote. I am leading a memorial service Wednesday and I will use it. His wife wants us to play "We Are the Champions" at the end because he was a big Kansas City Chiefs fan. It will make her happy so we will!

[@debijean60]

Thank you.

[@prayertool]

Thank you so much for the quote. Our daughter moved on in life in 2018. She is the epitome of strength and beauty and faith and love thru three and one-half years of absolute hell. She fought for every day so that her two young children might remember their mom. Somehow her picture was sent to the Queen Latifah show in a #fightlikeagirl sighting. The sender … who none of us knew said … “have you ever seen anyone more beautiful with or without hair?” As your quote so eloquently says … “you will be whole again but you will never be the same”. I never want to be the same. Her life changed the lives of many. Her coming and her leaving were meant to change the lives of many. Thank you BK … and Elisabeth

[@debbydavis204]

Thank you, I've suffered my share within the past 3 years. Sister Barbara, May 13th 2020. Mom in law, Roxy July 7 2022, Bulldawg July 10 2022, Brother Ronnie July 20 2022 good friend Sharmie July 22 2022, Father in law, (whom I moved in with to take care of him) January 29 2023 & May 3 2023 My Best Friend from Jersey passed away. I'm so 💔. Thank you.

[@lanelleperkin6114]

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[@rachelolson1943]

Tears in Heaven my son of 44 years passed away recieving his second heart transplant on August of 2014, at that time, I was 62 years i sang that song to him at the cemetery. I prayed before not to fall apart singing it and God heard my prayer. My heart was breaking but I know in my heart I will see my son again..God blessed me with my son for 44 years the best years we shared together I yhsnk God everyday for my son. Tears in Heaven is such a beautiful song and I know very well the pain In Eric Claptons heart and my heart breaks for his pain. Thank you for sharing this songs for all of us that have lost a loved one.2024 will be ten years since his passing.

[@PaulDominguez-o9j]

Remember that the Lord is there with us everyday these singers are being used as vessels to help people" as we grieve God listens,:

[@carolgay2261]

I lost my beautiful first born son of 38 years Feb 3rd 2024, the day his heart stopped, mine changed forever.

[@Nan-59]

@@carolgay2261my son died, beginning Christmas morning 2023 with a drug induced asthma attack and after 6 nights in the CCU we sadly, lovingly were with him on the OR as they pulled his breathing tube and we waited for his breathing to stop. Less than 10 minutes and his body was let rest. His heart went to someone who is still doing well. All his organs, tissue and beautiful eyes. Off to help the sickest among us. Grief is a hard, never ending road to travel… ❤❤❤

[@Nan-59]

@@carolgay2261I’m so very sorry for your loss.😔 This is a hard road we are traveling… ❤ ((hugs))

[@danamcelroy8772]

This compilation is better than any grief counseling I have attended. Thank you for the healing.

[@georgemelvin7187]

Smiles, hello Dana

[@itsnotthesamething]

I once asked my mom what she would want played at her funeral. She said, "Oh What a Beautiful Morning", from the musical, "Oklahoma". My mom was always upbeat and determined, and she was always singing or humming while she went about her daily business. She was also a strong Christian. Everyone loved her. We played her song request at her funeral. She is in Heaven, with God now. So all her days are beautiful mornings.

[@sarahw.mcelyea5655]

My mom is quite healthy other than being unable to walk, due to a freak accident when I was in fifth grade. .. She is happy, healthy, and lives a quite effective life. She told me that she would like the song “Redeemer” by Nicole C Mullen. And she would like (a local) Darren Gray to sing “Dance for Jesus.” … Both reverent but joyful songs. 🥰 .. Personally, I have written my funeral so many times. Mainly, because I was suicidal for so many years. .. But now, my funeral songs are joyful, and grateful songs… I so love living life now. .. But yes, some funerals are so heart-breaking and twist our gut. And some are just amazing. ❤️🌹

[@itsnotthesamething]

@@sarahw.mcelyea5655 Your mom sounds wonderful! I'm glad you are doing so much better than your younger years. God is great!

[@sylviaparker9010]

My daughter died 17 years this month at 37 and she wanted "its a wonderful world" by Louie Armstrong, it was so fitting cos that's what she thought and I love the song too.

[@lorireed8046]

@@sylviaparker9010 My twin sister died at 55 ... Her song was an Elvis song. I couldn't even deal at her "celebration of life"

[@lauraloomis9409]

Beautiful. Thanks for sharing this. 🌷

[@kris_tsmith4317]

When my Daddy passed…choosing songs for his funeral was the absolute worst. It’s been since 2005 and I still find songs I wished we had played.

[@leonholloway1986]

I find myself doing the same thing.

[@saucililwench3551]

I sang daddy’s hands by holly Dunn at my Dads funeral it was him to a T he was a welder. The first time I ever heard the song I thought I’d my dad ever dies I’ll have to sing this for him. I never thought he would die at 50. We also played my way by Elvis. For my mom I sang whiskey lullaby and one day at a time. She was an alcoholic that drank herself to death. She had taught me one day at a time word by word playing the 45 over and over when it came out by Christal Gayle.

[@cathy3546]

Vince Gill singing Go Rest High on That Mountain.😢 Both my parents died 30 days apart, then my husband 2 months later. Grievng is the hardest work you will ever do.

[@TheNelsonwx]

WOW!! I am so terribly sorry for your loss. It definitely is a traumatic loss, especially losing your parents and a short time later, your husband. So sorry.

[@teresagill8618]

😢

[@saltysoul7059]

I cannot even fathom what you are going through. Stay strong.

[@KarenCrisco-u8u]

Cathy, I'm so sorry for your devastating losses. May God comfort you until you are reunited 🙏

[@DeborahHarlow-z9x]

I played this for my husband's memorial service also. After a hard start in life, we ended up in our heart's home on a mountainside. He was a hard worker and we loved each other so much. I miss him every day. I know how you feel.

[@fireshiata]

Thank you, thank you, thank you. My wife died unexpectedly three weeks ago... we were laying in bed cuddling all night. In the morning, I woke up... and she didn't. I've been numb ever since. Hearing your words, and the great depth of your insight, has helped immensely. Thank you Michael for reaching out.

[@michaelorzolick8424]

Bless You and Your Loving Wife 😢

[@maureenasper2027]

I pray you find some peace in remembering the lovely last night she had with you. You are left to cope as you pick up the pieces, but she please never forget that she embraced your love for her that grounded her in this life. I am convinced she died in such a loving peace.

[@rhondagolden7440]

Blesssing 🙏🏻❤️🙏🏻🥲😘

[@kelb9842]

So so sorry. I lost my husband in May 2023 . Sending prayers

[@maryspangler4557]

My husband (died 3 yrs. ago from leukemia) loved Keith Whitley. We did karaoke to his songs and it took alot of bravery for my husband being tone deaf. Bless you...itbis so great to experience your reverance. When you get older death occurs frequently. I'm touched to see your sincerity and depth. Thank you for sharing and carry him in your soul. They never really leave us. You will see him sometime in nature. God will tap you on your shoulder...It is stunning!

[@markscheinfeld3020]

In grief, the amount of pain we feel is an indication of how much we loved.

[@meltouchet344]

Completely CONCUR!!

[@imgrandmacarol]

Absolutely true!

[@rainedyani8505]

DEFINITELY…

[@ginaledington7982]

That is Beautifully said

[@jeanlittle970]

OMG my Aunt told me that when I lost my husband ❤

[@colleenorrick5415]

My daughter died when she was 4 years old. John Denver and Placido Domingo, Perhaps Love. “If I should live forever and all my dreams come true, my memories of love will be of you.” When we were told her lifespan would be “limited”, after weeping buckets, I decided that all I wanted was to make sure she knew she was loved. To me that is why we are here - to love each other.

[@georgemelvin7187]

Awww, so sorry about your loss Colleen, my deep and sincere condolences, how have you been?

[@laurarominger2073]

I’m so so sorry ❤❤❤

[@traceylynn3422]

Very sorry to hear you loss your daughter so young. Perhaps Love is a beautiful song. Particularly that version. We played it for my Mum as she took her last breath and again as her coffin was lowered. It's so powerful💕

[@bethlucas2857]

My mother was buried day before yesterday. I am so sad; I was her oldest child. She was 97 when she died. I chose The Old Rugged Cross. She was 25 when her husband died. He left her with 5 children. I was the oldest And I was 5. It was such a hard time for her. She remarried 8 years later; they were married for 2 years, and she had another child. He died, so then she was left with 6 children. 8 years later, she married the love of her life. They finished raising the children that were still at home and his 2 children. That was 6 children for the two of them. When I retired, I sold all of my possessions and moved and took care of both of them. I took care of Dad for 3 years when he died. I took care of her for a total of 10 years. At night she would have Alexa play a song for her. At the end The Old Rugged Cross was her choice. I think of her life before she married the last husband. That was her cross, now that she is gone, she got the crown. I am sorry for writing such a long letter to you. You inspired me and I needed to release my feelings.

[@TheNelsonwx]

I am so very, very sorry for your loss. Her spirit lives on and in you. Just remember one day you two WILL be together again. ❤

[@judylearn7971]

Her life was an act of perseverance and hope, and love for you and your siblings. Your life has been the same. And what an act of unselfish love on your part to care for the two of them.

[@CindyKinney]

Hi Beth. I am so very sorry for the loss of your beloved mother. I lost mine five years ago, so I know what you're going through. She was my person, my best friend. My world tilted and has never been the same. I wish you peace and strength through your grief.

[@7cats4me]

I weep reading your words. The Old Rugged Cross was my Mom's favorite hymn. She went into a coma and it was my decision to remove life support as she had directed me years prior if no cure was to be. I had time with her before the rest of my family arrived to see her go.I Sang the old rugged cross And held on to her as tight as I could, heartbroken that she did not reach for me And that I never will again feel her arms around me. I then sang my favorite hymn. When we all get to heaven. Truly what a day of rejoicing, It's gonna be when I see my momma again..

[@deborahgilreath1340]

God bless you - you were and are such a loving child! ❤

[@paulineerwin7685]

My deepest condolences to ALL who are in pain , consumed by grief . The 30th of this month marks the 10th anniversary of my husband passing . I suffered such a PHYSICAL pain …literally as though my heart had been ripped out of my chest . It was horrendous. So , please accept my virtual hugs , prayers and love…x Pauline , N.Ireland 🤗🙏♥️☘️🇬🇧

[@marinam.2293]

Dear Pauline, I would never presume to know how another person feels, but I do understand the pain - I've lived with it too. My husband was suddenly torn from my life 28 years ago, victim of violent crime, and the pain of that loss is something I wouldn't wish on my worst enemy. (Our babies are now 30 and 31; they only know their Daddy from pictures, and that is another pain.) You are not alone, even if I can only send my love and hugs virtually. Thank you for reaching out to others who are hurting; please take good care of yourself. 🙏❤❤❤

[@catherinemccullough299]

Hi Pauline, last week, on the 12th of November, my beloved husband of 52years, passed away after a long and harrowing battle with cancer. I fully understand what you are going through, the pain of loss never ends, you put on a smile for family and friends, even though your heart is breaking. Much love and prayers to you, and virtual hugs back to you, Catherine, Northern Ireland xxx

[@ninettehalpin2779]

Thank you Pauline - God bless your kind heart ❤️

[@annmurphy8440]

Hi paulinneerwin my heart bleeds for you remember your husband has just gone before you this world is only a valley of tears you will meet him again and all your tears will be washed away I am sure your husband would not want you to be unhappy Ann Murphy 🇨🇮 Ireland 🌹

[@lindagliott5838]

September 30th was the 10th year anniversary for the death of my son and my grandson. Most days it seems like it only happened yesterday and I just don’t know how to shake it loose and live my life again.

[@Camila_and_Daniel_Gaming]

You are a tender man, Michael. You can see that in your eyes. You have moved many people, and you have moved me today.

[@sandyberry2922]

Michael, today is 8/6/24. I have listened to the first two songs on your list and I love them. I also love the third song, but I couldn’t listen to it. All 3 have really hit me hard. In February, a dear friend who lives in another state came to visit us for a few days, he and his wife had recently divorced and he was struggling. He went home and a couple of days later we received THAT call… he was gone, he had committed suicide. He was the best father we had ever known. He had 3 young, very bright and loving children. She took the children and cheated on him. He was a broken man. We miss him and the children so much. I have saved this video so I can go back and finish listening to it another time when I’m in a better place. I live just outside of Nashville, Tennessee, so bring on the country!

[@davidhase3003]

A tough time for you. But just remember, God doesn't give us anything that we cannot handle. Peace to your soul and your heart!

[@tammy495]

I'm so sorry. I hope your friend is at peace now. I wish he had known, "this too shall pass". Grief over a divorce and losing your children is overwhelming. I'm so sorry

[@sarahcorwin1]

He and I were together 56 years - from the age of 16 until he had a massive brain bleed. We had an absolutely perfect marriage. Friends called it a Fairy Tale marriage. Your songs tonight have me in tears once again. Knowing he's in Heaven is a comfort, but oh how I need comfort down here. Sarah in Indiana

[@TheMendeFamily]

“I Can Only Imagine” is one of the best. That needs to be on this list as well.

[@marypfender9984]

This is on my list along with Well Done and Amazing Grace

[@pamhankins3468]

I had this song for my Mother's funeral!!😢

[@briannall6232]

We played this song at my dad's funeral. He was a lonely man died think he was worthless. I knew better.... God Bless you... Dad... I hope you know better now.

[@elannathompson8252]

Sorry for your loss. My Dad died in 1986, I just lost my only sibling my brother July2023 from a heart attack. Check out Scars in Heaven from Casting Crowns

[@michaelwebb4833]

We had just put to sleep are beloved Rosie. She was a long hair mini Doxie only 10 yrs 8 months old. She was the sweetest girl and for a dog the most kindest animal ever. She loved her human parents with all her heart. She will forever be in our hearts. Love you pooder till we meet again

[@marlenewells9436]

Si sorry for the loss of your Pooder and family too. Dogs give such love and joy and they are not here long enough!! I miss mine too! Not the same without them because they are family too!!

[@montanaminck2226]

Tears, so SORRY

[@vancelxix]

My mother passed about 4 hours ago. This was comforting, and I thank you.

[@Nehaoviya]

I'm so sorry. Today 3 yrs back I lost mine i don't have anything to say to u but my heart goes out to you. Don't feel regretful and cherish moments you had with her🤍

[@marceawalters3900]

My husband of 42 years died in January. Cancer of course. Everyone keeps saying it gets easier. When?

[@terevapocock2360]

I am so very sorry 😢

[@libleland]

@vancelxix:I’m now a senior citizen and can truthfully say that no death in my lifetime has been as profound as the death of my mother. My heart goes out to you. It isn’t easy.

[@tamarabond2026]

Prayers five months for me

[@lavernhall7535]

How blessed was this man to have a friend like you.

[@Stitcher_in_MD]

This year will mark the sixth year my 42 year old son passed away. There are no words that express my sorrow or how much I love that young man. Mikie had made a cd for me with some of the songs we both enjoyed. I play it often and cry. Thank you for your video and the touching songs you shared. So sorry for the loss of your friend Max. God bless you for sharing.

[@IDK_12337]

I'm sorry for your loss. Praying for God to give you the strength you need in this time. I've lost 2 sons ages 8 and 40 and I still miss them so much

[@vickifrazier6338]

"It Is Well With My Soul" ~ Horatio Spafford. My peace and anchor is found in Jesus, no matter the circumstances. And I'm thankful for the many songs others have written in their times of pain. We are not alone in this life, for the Lord has given us each other.

[@vlbyrd2]

AMEN ! 🙏

[@neilmccann5826]

You hot that right, Girl. The version with Guy Penrod & Michael Phelps

[@jarrodlewis123]

Michael, I’m so sorry for your loss. My mother passed in 2014 very suddenly. Her wake was a gathering of family where we all pulled out instruments and held an hours long jam session playing bluegrass, blues and folk. I can only believe she was singing along in heaven.

[@Guitargate]

Now that’s the power of music right there. Love it

[@rikkousa]

What a special gathering that must have been. Thank you for sharing it with us.

[@carolroberts8930]

I'm 81 years old. My family and I all love music, and there are several musicians in the family. I may request a jam session at my funeral!

[@demariejoseph-dull4560]

"Remember " by Josh Groban from the movie "Troy". "I can only Imagine." "Say something I'm giving up on you". "Halleluia "( can't spell anymore lol) " Tears in Heaven" by Eric Clapton. And anything by Pentatonix!

[@amyf9867]

How great would this be?!

[@MikeDawson27]

My Dad passed last week. He was a southerner and "Go Rest High" hits me even harder than it already did. The final chorus,, When they lift their voices even higher, leaves me in tears every time. Love you Dad, you were the best. Thanks for your thoughts in this time of your loss, I'm so sorry you're going through it.

[@donnabittner69]

Rufus Wainwright- Who Knows Where The Time Goes ? Crying in Philadelphia! 😪

[@kathycolvin7682]

So sorry Mike..Condolences from Erie Pennsylvania

[@78tag]

#1 by far.

[@SouthernArtist77]

Music can “soothe the savage beast.” May you find peace and healing and remember the good times.

[@jndking9419]

Think of all the good times Mike, it helps to heel, it’s painful and hurts the heart. Bless you Mike!

[@kennewton5877]

I’ve watched this video several time. The Pain in your eyes is so obvious. It’s hard. Don’t let people tell you it will get easier. It doesn’t. We just learn how to cope. Sorry for your loss.

[@terribaxter1684]

Thank you , I so very wish that more people could understand this . ❤

[@carolgroff591]

Just lost my husband of 40 years. I don't know how to live without him

[@walkitlikeitalkit3349]

@@carolgroff591Carol, I hope you have a great support group surrounding you. I am sorry that you lost your Husband 😢 I hope this finds you coping well and hanging in there.

[@MeMe3-v9x]

The pain eases but they will always be in your mind. My husband had just turned 50 and passed away Heart Attack. 😢

[@walkitlikeitalkit3349]

@@MeMe3-v9x I am sorry for your pain and sadness, it’s never easy that’s for sure. We need to remember we only have a short time on this earth so we need to enjoy it and our loved ones that much more while we have them.

[@A.Blinken]

The night my father passed I played. "That's my job" from Conway Twitty. Over and over, ax loud as my speakers allowed and cried!!! When the cops showed up, they said , "We get it"! Sorry for your loss, sorry to bother you, do what you need to do"! That says it all. The love and commitment of a father. 30 years later, that's still my montra! If i could be half the man my father was, I'd consider myself a great man!

[@twylawarner]

I lost my dad 9 years ago this month and I play that song all the time when I just need a good cry.. Also Daddy never was a Cadillac kind… Sorry for your loss

[@MichiaMakes]

Thank you for this. Music has been constant throughout my life. My father is a semi famous guitarist and songwriter. My brother died when he was 16. I’ve known for a year now I’m dying from a brain tumor. I want to leave my 5 songs for family at my memorial. I also want some special people (mom, dad, husband, and kids) to each pick a song of their choice for the service. Music has the power to heal or at least comfort the breaking heart. It’s such a gift and so rare.

[@denisesf5]

So sorry for your loss. My sister died at age 16 as well when I was 3 yrs old. That was 60 yrs ago.... We lost our son-in-law last year to a brain tumor. I hope your remaining time is full of love and wonder.❤️‍🩹

[@OK-Take5]

I have no words. Just the best thoughts for you.

[@robdee9341]

Sending love and best wishes to you 💕

[@Bombabingbong66]

Boops I am praying for a Miracle for you. 🧡💫

[@marvinbrucefood]

❤

[@Idgjy]

My three-year-old son, Jeffrey, died several years before Eric Clapton's son, but I think of my children every single day! I had heard that Eric's son had died, and my heart ached for him because I knew the long road of healing he faced. I was in my family room alone one day when his song Tears in Heaven came on. I can still picture it - my knees buckled, my head fell to the floor, and I sobbed. Eric's words were my words, too. I downloaded that song and have listened to it countless (COUNTLESS) times. But I now know that our children do know our names, regardless of where we are, and the tears in heaven are always tears of happiness. Great post, Michael. Perfect timing. I am worth it. You're worth it. We're all worth it. Now, if I can just forgive myself. Thank you!

[@cindyvajnar4851]

Forgive yourself!

[@barbaramccormack5612]

Do it! Forgive yourself now, because you were forgiven a long time ago. There's only love in heaven. Please do it 😄

[@judychandler8485]

My son died not long after Eric Clapton lost his son ..I also chose Tears In Heaven for him ..

[@debraphipps1028]

Your son is with you holding through the tears Whispering in your ear I love you please don’t cry

[@Idgjy]

@@debraphipps1028 Thank you for your sweet, precious words. I appreciate your thoughtfulness. ❤️❤️

[@carolglassford7054]

Like most little girls, my hero & first love was my dad. I lost him due to a car accident in 1988 & ever since then, Garth Brooks' The Dance has been SO special. Sometimes we're so lost & heartbroken we are at a loss for words, that's where music steps in & speaks for us.

[@briannab5296]

So sorry for your loss .. and so beautifully said. ❤

[@StarBright1976]

Yes, “The Dance” by Garth Brooks is the song for someone special I lost many years ago. “And now I'm glad I didn't know The way it all would end The way it all would go Our lives are better left to chance I could have missed the pain But I'd have had to miss the dance”

[@NancyRobins]

I was looking for the song Hallelujah and ran across your video. It was this week that my husband Dennis of 44 years passed away on June 22, 2013. The five songs were beautiful and touched my soul. I wrote them down to possibly play at my funeral when it's my time. I miss and need Dennis more today than ever before. In Sept of 22 I was diagnosed with multiple myeloma cancer and kidney issues. I need his hugs and encouragement that it will get better. I love and miss him. Thank you for the video.

[@kathymitchell4279]

I'm so very sorry for your loss. I pray you find peace.

[@kimsimpson1651]

I hope you found the original Hallelujah by Leonard Cohen. He wrote it and sings it best. Praying for you

[@Itsmahere]

@@NancyRobins In just 3 days, it will be the first anniversary of my husband’s passing. We were less than 2 months shy of our 40th anniversary when he died. I also came across this channel while I was searching ... not so much for a particular song, but anything that would bring some peace to my very alone heart. I’m not even sure why I am commenting - I guess to say, I’m sorry for you, too. I get it.

[@dannyadams9811]

As my father lay dying at home where we took care of him we played Christian music all during the night while we waited for him to pass. When it happened in the morning he took a deep breath and was gone and I came to his bed to check him the song How Beautiful Heaven Must Be was playing by his favorite country singer George Jones. I feel it was his way of letting me know he was alright and not to cry for him because as a Christian I believe I will see him again one day

[@marypfender9984]

How beautiful!

[@BobiG1964]

James Taylor is in my top 3 fav artists. Dozens of his songs are classics. I lost 4 friends in the Towers on 9/11. The line "sweet dreams and flying machines in pieces on the ground' became prophetic. I wish you peace

[@beverlyhill9947]

BOBI, YOUR WORDS TOUCHED MY HEART IN SUCH A PROFOUND WAY, I COULD FEEL YOUR PAIN. I HAVE A RARE GIFT (EMPATH AND THEN SOME) FROM GOD, AND I USE THIS GIFT TO ENCOURAGE AND LIFT UP PEOPLE. I LISTEN TO THE TONE OF A VOICE AND CAN INSTANTLY TELL WHO THEY ARE. I KEEP SHARING THIS GIFT, NOT FOR ME, FOR ALL THOSE I COME IN CONTACT WITH AND I BELIEVE MY TONE OF VOICE OF SOFTNESS AND LOVE WILL CONNECT IN A VERY ENDEARING WAY TO BLESS THE PERSON AND HOPEFULLY AFFIRM HOW VERY SPECIAL AND UNIQUE THAT PERSON IS. I ALSO LOVE JAMES TAYLOR, I WAS IN COLLEGE WHEN HE WAS VERY POPULAR. WHAT AN AMAZING MAN OF GENTLENESS AND A SWEET, KIND, HEART. I AM SO VERY SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR 4 FRIENDS ON 9/11...I WILL NEVER FORGET THAT DAY AS LONG AS I LIVE. GOD HUMBLED ME THAT DAY FOR SURE. I ALWAYS GENERALIZED THAT MOST PEOPLE FROM NEW YORK WERE IN A SELF CENTERED WORLD OF THEIR OWN, NOT FRIENDLY, ETC., ...BUT WHEN I SAW ALL THE PEOPLE THAT DID WHAT THEY DID OUT OF DEEP CARING AND LOVE FOR ABSOLUTE STRANGERS HURTING, THAT IS WHEN I KNEW...THAT GOD'S LOVE IN HIS CHILDREN LIVES EVERYWHERE. THANK YOU FOR SHARING, BOBI. I HOPE YOU ALWAYS FOLLOW THAT ROAD TOWARDS PEACE AND A BEAUTIFUL RAINBOW THAT IS SO BREATHTAKING, YOU WILL KNOW THE ARTIST BY NAME...YES, I AM A CHRISTIAN AND I DON'T UNDERSTAND GOD A LOT OF THE TIME...BUT AS HUMANS WE HAVE FINITE MINDS AND JESUS HAS AN INFINITE MIND. I HAVE TO BELIEVE HE HAS A PLAN FOR EACH ONE OF HIS CHILDREN. I WISH YOU MANY RICH BLESSINGS OF YOUR HEART AND MUCH, MUCH MORE. PEACE AND LOVE TO YOUR SOUL, SPIRIT AND ALWAYS YOUR HEART, BOBI~~BEV~~ RICHMOND, VA

[@kittyoverlord9245]

I am sorry for your loss.

[@poppylove3673]

What you were saying, just before Eric and Wills song, Tears in Heaven reminded me of praying for someone grieving, when there isn't anything enough that we can do, but praying that God will give the grieving person the peace that surpasses all understanding, that only God can give. I've experienced that kind of peace from God as we watched our 3 year old be looking be life flighted to a second hospital, and we couldn't go with our child, had to drive into Chicago, our son had internal bleeding from a car rolling down a driveway over him as he was on the sidewalk, and the car had enough momentum that it rolled over him and up into the driveway right across the street, then it rolled back down over him again, and a neighbor came running to help stop the car just as it was about to roll over him a forth time! It was so unbelievable, it was horrible, there was blood and his diaper was in pieces still the next day when a friend went to our house to get us a change of cloths because we weren't leaving the hospital, and our friend saw that and cleaned it up. Our son's heart stopped and they brought him back 3 times in the helicopter, and as soon as we got to the second hospital, one of the trauma surgeons, rushed out to have us sign papers to operate. His spleen, pancreas and liver were bleeding and his liver was almost completely in two. They cut him open from his chest to his belly button, and the surgeons saw a miracle! They were blown away, they told us the liver us like jello and hard to stitch up, he was going to need a liver transplant immediately, which would have probably couldn't get in time to save his life. The miracle was that they watched his liver clot back together, right before their eyes! His pancreas and spleen started healing as well! The head trauma surgeon told us about it, and was just in awe! Our son was put in a controlled coma or sleep, so they could put a tube down his throat and allow him to heal. He had other things wrong with his body, like skin worn to the bone on his elbow and tire marks that couldn't be washed off, they looked like tire marks, but it was all like tire pinch marks. There's more to this, but your video just reminded me of this happening, and praying asking God for the peace of God that surpasses all understanding to guard our hearts and minds, I felt like I needed to get alone and pray at one point, surrendering our son over to God, trusting that whatever happened, I trusted God and I know I couldn't have got through everything if it wasn't for God giving me peace and unconditional love, which God has given me before. Thankfully, our son is well and is in his twenties now! I know this is long! I just felt like sharing this with you! Thank you for reading this if you've read it all to here! ❤

[@bridgetdoman1386]

So glad your son survived, I can't begin to imagine how hard that time must have been for you and your family.

[@poppylove3673]

@@bridgetdoman1386 Thank you, I appreciate you reading all my long comment!👍🏽

[@patriciagodwin5036]

So thankful your son lives. My son had a tumor in his brain and had surgery in June 2021 , he didn’t stay in ICU but half a day and came home from hospital.was doing great recuperating from brain surgery. All was well until we got the biopsy results and found out he had glioblastoma. The most aggressive tumor there is in the brain. He lived 17 months. My heart is broken. I love my son.

[@ORSkie]

Praise God for His mercy and grace towards us. Thank you, Jesus, for healing the Poppy Love's son. 💖🙏

[@ORSkie]

@Patricia Godwin I'm so sorry for your loss 💔🙏 I pray God comforts you with the peace that passes understanding. May you find rest in Him. ✝️💝

[@ellameyering908]

You have more that touched my broken heart with this video. My husband of 40 yrs just passed. The pain is too great to bear alone. The songs you played reached out in a way i couldnt avoid. I always thought id see you again. The other one rest on mountain top. Never heard before. Steve was in plane crash yrs ago and suffered much. Went to medical school in wheel chair, then after 50yrs he developed parkinsons over 10 yrs he went away from me. May he go rest on that mountain top until im with him again. Thank you. Ps i had the air that i breathe by the hollies played and mercey me even if.

[@rosenfeld68]

Lost my father on Sunday, buried him yesterday. Just hadn’t the strength to look at your upload till now. Thank you Michael

[@fluffydog9356]

Big hugs! God Speed!

[@user-zq7gl9tx3y]

So sorry for your loss ! I lost my father back in 2014 ! He was the best man I ever met ! Will always miss him . Christmas is especially hard !

[@rachelcastaneda1381]

My condolences and sympathy

[@conniep1292]

So sorry for the loss of your dad.

[@merryewert8223]

I am so very sorry for your loss, sending you a gentle hug and a prayer 🙏

[@bobbyjackson6593]

Micheal thank you for the five songs ,my wife of 68 years passed away she was called to heaven. On Friday 13th. 2020 ,I’ll be 90 in nov. what a wonderful life, we had four kids 2 boys and 2 girls ,they gave us 9 grandkids grandkids gave us 32 great grand kids they gave us 7 great great. Grand kids what a lot of love from them memories you bet tons of them. using.🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️👍👍👍👍

[@DeborahHenry-kt2gh]

God Bless You and be with you always! 🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️🙏😢

[@chuckjenkins9725]

Wow!

[@maryhedrick3196]

Good bye by Kenny Rogers

[@AnnCronin-ds6pu]

Congratulations you had a life well lived ❤ fr Ireland

[@buckybuckerson4843]

Oh 'Mr 80' I am so sorry for your loss. My dad lost my mom when she was 59. He lived another 29 years and although very active, he missed her everyday. Never quite got over the bitterness. If no one told you they low you today, I love you! And so does your beloved wife.

[@cftjudy]

"Scars in heaven" by casting crowns will bring most people to their knees. It was played at my sisters funeral and I cried so hard. Its a beautiful song

[@angieh5629]

@cftjudy My husband died early Christmas morning 3 years ago in 2020, as a result of congestive heart failure. It wasn't unexpected, it was simply a matter of when, not if. As I sat here in a silence, trying to absorb what had just happened and the numbness slowly spread, I got on KZbin and found Casting Crowns "Scars in Heaven." So many of their songs have provided the soundtrack to my life. Listening to it was like taking a sledgehammer to a china closet. I had prepared myself for that day and yet, I wasn't ready. He had other health issues that caused him a lot of pain, making it difficult for him to walk without a cane or at the end, a walker. Like you, as I listened to the words, all of my brave front disappeared, it was no longer needed and I just let the tears come. I could clearly see the Hands that held him, free from pain, free from the difficulty of breathing. I don't listen to the song much as I'm back at his bedside watching him slowly leaving me. He told me once that he was ready to die because he knew where he was going. For me "Scars In Heaven," will forever be tied to that early Christmas morning in 2020. I'm so sorry for the loss of your sister, she was blessed to have you in her life. May 2024 be a year of healing, fond memories and peace for both of us.❤

[@norton2757]

WOLVES by Garth Brooks is a real good song that clinches the heart.

[@betsyhuggett2429]

We played it at my brother's funeral in July.

[@Rae6357]

This is the song I was going to mention as well. A great great song. Great video Michael. Could definitely see your heart laid wide open. I never saw or knew you b4 viewing this.

[@karenblalock7390]

Played at my Mother's too

[@jackierusho-pe2mc]

In the Living Years by Mike and the Mechanics has always been the song my family relates to my father who passed away in 2013. I dont always need lyrics to feel a variety of emotions. Recently lost 3 members of my family in a span of 5 months. Barber's Adagio still makes me cry. I also like Hauser playing cello.

[@cathylindeboo.9598]

"You'll Never Walk Alone" sung by the Righteous Brothers. So beautiful.

[@georgemelvin7187]

Smiles, absolutely beautiful indeed Cathy, feels really great listening, how are you doing?

[@markjohnson7]

ELVIS PRESLEY SINGS THAT SONG MUCH BETTER...I LIKE BOTH BUT ELVIS SOOO MUCH FROM HIS HEART 💜❤️💜❤️

[@shirleyjones34]

You have heart.

[@normahughes3271]

Gerry and the Pacemakers singing that song for me.

[@danharp]

Mr. Michael, I don’t know a thing about you. But tonight I was cruising on u tube and found you. The emotion you displayed is amazing. You’ve gained a new fan. What you had to say was remarkable. Being an older guy, 80 years, your description of the title of this u tube show caught my eye. I was blown away. Hopefully I can come up with my own list. Thank you so much..

[@JenG33379]

Your “chills” moments were just right. As a therapist, I respect your courage for making a video so influential with such grace, finesse and strength.

[@christinegibbs538]

Thank you for sharing this video 5 great songs

[@teenamartinez7278]

I was listening to songs of loved ones that passed away and I came across this video...I could not believe that someone else had the Exact same 5 songs which I had picked for loved ones,It seemed insane,I could not Believe it......I can see the sadness,caring and a loving man,you are,God Bless.....

[@margesexton1818]

This was a wonderful episode. My son, Ron, died by suicide in 2015. My song for him was always "Into the Mystic" by Van Morrison. He really spoke profoundly to the depth of our connection. "We were born before the wind, also younger than the sun, ere the bonnie boat was won as we sailed into the mystic." I miss Ron so much.

[@KiwiDh383]

Love hugs to you. x

[@katherinemooney4396]

Sorry for your loss🙏🙏🙏

[@gaylelavigne9222]

I had that song too for my husband's service. We both loved Van Morrison

[@caroljones9968]

Prayers for you. 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@kathleensue1]

Into The Mystic…one of my favorites.

[@heather3562]

Im sorry for your loss. My two girls father comitted suicidewhen they were 14 and 11. A song played at his funeral Van Morrison Into the Mystic. We were divorced but remained close. Our relationship was full of music. I was in Mexico when he passed I got the call from my parents with the news. I walked out on the patio and a live band was playing Doors Break on through. I know he also sent messages through music still does espically during monumental life events. It is there if you pay attention. Music is such a form of communication. Great video.

[@susanbencomo8385]

My son died this past September. I had them play into the mystic at the memorial. It had a very special meaning to me. He was a boat captain and loved his boat. Now he finally sailed into the mystic. I love you son now and always.

[@SpiralSister]

Same thing here with me, Heather. My loved ones in the Grand Beyond send me early morning songs often. Many I haven’t heard in decades. They come to mind out of the blue. ❤️🦋🌀

[@barbaramccormack5612]

Heather, you're so right. We won't miss the signs if we pay attention, that's a fact.

[@victoriacorcoran1258]

Into the Mystic oh yes.

[@RS3isRealscape]

that is also on my funeral song list

[@nicoley2211]

I have been grieving so deeply since my mother’s traumatic passing in April that I had to shut out the world in order to cope. Music has been the essence of my existence since I can remember, but I have not been able to listen to it or play it since last December. I was left so empty, as if the music itself had stopped. Today I decided to click on a music clip, the next one to play was yours. Watching you and everything you were feeling, watching you embracing your own grief was nothing short of beautiful, and in it I felt a slight release. Thank you for that, and for such a beautifully articulated message of universal love for everyone. I am truly grateful that it was brought to my attention, I have missed music so much and will forever miss my mother. You have created a moment of joy in a world in such despair, thank you.

[@pamelacameron8844]

Those are all beautiful songs and I loved how you see the quality of those songs and what they meant to the writers. I love to see a man who is sensitive enough to actually know and feel the background of these awesome songs. Thank you for this video you created. I am 76 years old and find every day so much I didn’t know or missed. Thank you so much 🤩

[@christinarae9954]

Not sure why this came up on my feed this morning, but this is just beautiful! So moving, vince Gill! My sweet boy passed away 18 months ago, he was 24 and fought Ewings sarcoma on and off for 8 years. Thank you. My heart is full.

[@aweeks6649]

I am so sorry Christina! Our daughter died at age 34 after a long hard two year battle. Losing a child is the worst pain 💔

[@decuevas244]

I'm so sorry. My son is housebound and bedridden with pain from disability.

[@robindew9072]

So beautiful

[@vickiemiller4108]

I’m so very sorry for your loss.

[@murielmacdonald9611]

I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm hugging you. We lost our child to distracted driver. Sometimes my eyes still leak a bit. Xo

[@toniberryman7605]

While my husband was dying, I sang " Jesus loves me this I know". A song he often sang to his grandchildren when they were babies. He would sigh and relax. There is a line about Jesus preparing a home for us. So comforting. We sang this at his funeral. Music is so powerful.

[@rodleyeriffe9149]

My Granny taught me that song when I was four. Jesus loves me, this I know.....

[@ReneeBarnett-j5y]

​@@rodleyeriffe9149🎉😅❤😊.

[@lorrie2878]

I learned that song in Sunday school. Very comforting.

[@Nan-59]

⁠@@lorrie2878 same!❤❤❤

[@JulieCrane-x7m]

My mom passed at 88 last year. She had all songs picked out. The children's choir sang Jesus Loves Me They had a hard time bc they loved my mom so much. Lord I miss her. I'm crying now.

[@judyberes-wright5008]

Started my Sunday with a good cry with these songs. Cried over those who passed, those who chose to turn their backs and walk away and over those who are fighting for their lives.

[@janettemasiello5560]

❤️😔

[@richielimited5713]

I am so sorry about your loss, I will be praying for you friend, nice to meet you here, how have you been ?? I am Greg Fairman, I am from New York and you?

[@briannab5296]

​​@@richielimited5713 ... stop your creepy preying on the grieving women here. This is NOT a dating site. Leave them alone. 🤬

[@stevecarson4162]

Country songwriter Burton Collins says that he was with his beloved grandmother as she was dying. She was slipping in and out of consciousness, the way they do when the end is near -- and at one lucid point, she looked at him very tenderly and asked him gently, "How Can I Help You To Say Goodbye?" He wrote a song by that name which Patti Loveless sang in concert. What a beautiful thought.

[@wandaniemeyer6311]

Yes, I so get this. I’m 70 yrs old, so thinking of letting my three sons know my wishes for funeral. I have made a playlist of songs that have touched me, made me dance, smile, cry. I want them to have a bonfire, a few beers, and listen to the music from Dylan, Baez, Eagles, Bocelli, Krause, Chapin-Carpenter, ….Music has always been there for me. A prayer without words.

[@katehetman2681]

My sympathy on the loss of your friend. I've lost dear family & friends. I love the song "the dance" by Garth Brooks, also " dance me to the end of love by Cohen & of course "I'll be seeing you.". Thanks for the moving video. May God bless. Peace.

[@iamphoenix5376]

Beautiful! I too am 70 and have told my kids to have a drink for…as I’ll see them in Valhalla.

[@barringtoncareysmith]

Bocelli we played at my mother and laws memorial service FALL ON ME

[@karen81986]

My kids laughed when I said I wanted Hello by Adel. I’m 70 but it would give people a little laugh

[@aProudOG]

“What a Wonderful World” by Eva Cassidy. Her angelic voice convincingly suggests mourners can and perhaps should focus on the good and positive things in life going forward. If anyone shows up to my service, this is what they will hear.

[@petermurphy4739]

Im listening to this in bed at past midnight with my earbuds in and my lovely wife asleep beside me. It's coming up to 57 years since we met; I was 18, now 75 and she was 20 now almost 77. We speak often about the hymns amd songs we shall have when we're carried out and we speak too about which one of us will go first. This is inspirational and I know all of these songs so well but "Tears In Heaven" by Eric turned on the taps alright. Thank you so much. Peter from Liverpool

[@debbiemixon6124]

May you and your lovely wife enjoy, love and cherish one another for years to come. I lost the love of my life, my wonderful husband John on Valentines Day this year. He had been declining for a couple years and I tried to prepare myself for what I knew was coming. I may have prepared somewhat in my head, but my heart was not ready at all. We shared more than 30 beautiful years side by side and I will love him and miss him forever... as he used to say we'd be together till the stars all burn out.

[@ruthlongcore1192]

Break down Palace @@debbiemixon6124

[@AnjelLee-nt1oz]

Great love story. You guys have a long time ahead of you, long happy days. 😊

[@lloca70]

Oh my James Taylor takes me back to my childhood singing with my Dad. I lost him to Cancer ...he was a Vietnam Veteran was wounded and was told he had been poisoned , it landed him 1 month in the hospital and in a coma. He died 14yrs later with multiple types of Cancers. I for many years now listen to his favorite songs just so I don't forget the wonderful and beautiful bond we had, He was a great Dad. I still miss him but I know I'll see him one day again. God bless you and yours.

[@dianed4190]

"We will all be together again someday." My own Daddy's promise before he died.

[@Kai-Made]

Was recently volunteered to do a memorial video for all our fallen classmates for my hs graduating class. AND am searching hard for something that fits. AND I feel your opening words very hard right now. Several of these folks died well before their time...a few before they were even 20. AND I am mad, sad, happy and scared all at the same time. thanks for these ideas brother. Making this video has been difficult because some folks passed before social. Some did not have pics like others, some were loaners, some had tragedy attached...and it is like picking at old scabs to talk to folks about some of them. Been living a nostalgic journey for a couple weeks now...almost finished. Thanks.

[@Sadie581]

I was a teenager in the early 70s and until now never knew what the song Fire and Rain meant. We just all loved James Taylor and his music. Thanks for telling the meaning of the song. I have lost both my sons, my only children and have enjoyed your video. I walk around, put on a brave face but inside I feel lost and so lonely without my boys. So sorry for the loss of your friend. God bless you..

[@kyxxit3664]

Me too.

[@carmencruz7818]

I'm so sorry for your loss. 😢

[@olufunmiayandokun288]

Wow. Please accept my sincerest condolences. You'll be happy again. Amen.

[@brooklynknightss]

Your never alone!!!! Your boys will always be with you!!!!!

[@janethagen3385]

I prayer that you will feel God’s comfort this very day

[@bloggermouth]

I lost my good friend and bandmate of over 30 years to lung cancer last New Years eve. He went from diagnosis to his death in 5 months. We put together a song list for our last gig together and worked hard on those songs. All of us knew that his time was short and used that time in a way we never did before. Our last show was our swang song. He struggled to maintain his energy to keep playing but triumphed in the end smiling the whole time. He passed 3 weeks after our last show listening to a recording of that show laying on his death bed. I am thankful we had that time together and that we were able to say goodbye in the way we did. I'm sorry that you had to experience a sudden loss of your friend. Thank you for helping me to appreciate the time I had with mine. Peace.

[@darleneboling8565]

My friend got diagnosed with lung cancer and passed 3 mths later. It was awful.🥺

[@TheRock-xj7hs]

Look at how Matt impacted you. You are profound. You are loved. Coming from a dark place,you are a bright light for doing what you did. Grateful.

[@lucyrosepetal]

George Jones's "He Stopped Loving Her Today" love, love. Always will love it!

[@alanarobertson9827]

The best love song ever.

[@davideldridge9021]

This was the hardest video I have ever watched. There wasn't a song that didn't touch me in some way. From lost friends to suicide to loss of family and loss of love. When my wife passed from an 8 year battle with brain cancer I thought it fitting to play Good Riddance( hope you had the time of your life) as the lyrics perfectly spoke to the fork in the road 8 years before and the test of a lifetime. She made the best of her time filled with joy, laughter and yes some tears. That was 14 years ago and I still tear up when I hear that song.

[@dieterhauer8619]

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[@darinpugliese1216]

If I die tonight Marvin Gaye

[@barbarawarren9443]

1) Fire & Rain - James Taylor 2) I Stopped Loving Her Today - George Jones 3) Go Rest High on that Mountain - Vince Gill 4) Tears in Heaven - Clapton & Jennings 5) Broke Down Palace ❤ I don't even like much country music, yet I just cried. A couple of these really hit home. Thank you for your emotional honesty, genuine spiritual wisdom, and for sharing your deepest feelings with all of us.

[@jackieveal]

Thank you 😊

[@debbih0813]

Thank You. ❤️

[@howdoyahdo]

This needs to be bumped closer to the top. 😊 imo anyway 😅

[@RS3isRealscape]

listen to Ripple by the Dead it is my calming song when i am angry/sad/frustrated i listen to it and it calms me down

[@JamesCusack-l2c]

I believe the song is ‘He stopped loving her today’…the reason is that ‘he’ died today.

[@purpleandred7]

I lost my son 16 years ago. The pain never goes away. Ever. We played Tears In Heaven at his funeral .. and every time I hear this song, it will forever bring me back to that day 💜 Having to bury your child goes against everything that makes sense in your world.

[@georgemelvin7187]

Awww, so sorry about your loss Judi, my deep and sincere condolences, how have you been?

[@purpleandred7]

@@georgemelvin7187 thank you, George. Sadly, I just lost my Mom two weeks ago, but I'm hanging in as good as I can. I hope you're well .. wishing you a wonderful holiday season, however you choose to celebrate it.

[@georgemelvin7187]

@@purpleandred7 wish you same. I truly understand how it feels losing a loved one, my wife passed while having our daughter, wasn't easy for me though but I'm grateful to God for today 🙏. It's really nice getting to hear from you, where are you chatting from?

[@waynerobinsonwcsd]

GOD Bless You! Prayers🙏🙏🙏

[@lindagonzalez435]

Hi Judi hope you’re doing well. I’m so sorry for your loss. I feel your pain as I’m entering the second year of losing my son as well. Every morning when I wake, he is the first thing on my mind. It’s a pain that cannot be compared. I lost his father 15 years ago and now my son. Hard to move sometimes. Gif bless you

[@ianleroux2567]

You broke my heart tonight as I listened to you song choice. We have a daughter19 years old,Bonfire heart by James Blunt was her song, she had passed on 11 years ago and in this year we lost our eldest son of 43 years, Flower of Scotland was his choice, and your video brought back all those hardships and I applaud you for this. I have had a good silent cry in front of my laptop. I know what parents are going through.

[@kaceykelly7222]

Wow! It is so rare to find someone who truly listens and understands the lyrics, and the human need for songs that allow us to mourn with music. Thank you Michael for an amazing video! I look forward to the next one.

[@RichardHughes15]

Totally agree with you Kacey. That’s one of the main reasons l Love Michael’s channel. I feels good to read posts from people who are moved by lyrics. I don’t know a lot of people like that.

[@richielimited5713]

I am so sorry about your loss, I will be praying for you, nice to meet you here, how have you been ??

[@gabriellebridle9453]

I've lost 2 sons to cancer, these songs brought so many tears but also hope that the pain and longing will diminish with time, in the hope that we will meet again😢❤ thank you for sharing these beautiful songs

[@MISNM0]

🫂💔🕊🫂💔🕊🤍

[@zitabraun1176]

Cancer is the worst. So sorry for your loss.

[@charlenescott-u8q]

I a so sorry for you Sir.

[@Mark-o1i3s]

You speak from the heart and there is no deeper place to go for true solace and redemption. Godspeed brother.

[@MarthaTomarin]

Hello Michael--I had never heard of you and ran into this when I was listening to another song about loss--Scars in Heaven by Casting Crowns. I have just lost my husband's nephew 2 days ago, who I was very close to. Since I am not close with the rest of the family, I am grieving alone, so your group of songs was even more meaningful. Thank you for expressing your incredible pain at your loss with all of us through music. It goes deep into my soul. Thank you, Michael.

[@TomBTerrific]

Hi Mike, I think everyone can understand the meaning of this video that was inspired by the loss of your close friend. I’m 72 and have been slowly getting news of friends that have passed away. Most of my life was fortunately shielded from the losses of close friends and family. Albeit not totally because I lost a daughter at 4 yrs of age. That was my biggest pain in life to this day. My story isn’t so much different than anyone else’s. I know my time is closer now than ever and when that time comes there will be few to morn my passing. I’m actually good with that as I would much prefer any memory of me to be reflections of the best times in my life. My condolences for your loss. Now go listen to a song that makes your heart soar!

[@hopieelliott6053]

My favorite cousin and dear friend Suzanne died 2 weeks after being diagnosed with bileduct cancer. TWO WEEKS!! I got my courage up for to sing at her funeral. I tried to sing 'I Can See Clearly Now' by Johnny Nash. She died so fast that we didn't even get to say goodbye.💔 I love and miss her so much! She was my buddy, my confidant and my friend. I can just imagine her singing I can see clearly now... Here is the rainbow I've been praying for, It's gonna be a bright, bright sun shining day. No more pain for Sweet Susie. Two weeks ago my daughter sent me the James Taylor song, Fire and Rain. I cried and cried and cried!! I grew up listening to J.Taylor, but had forgotten about that song.Hit me hard to hear it again tonight. Music is very important to listen to every day but especially at a funeral. Tears are flowing now, don't want them to stop. Rest in Peace Max and my Sweet Susie. You are loved.

[@laurarominger2073]

I’m so sorry. Such a beautiful song. Always lifts me up. She definitely was listening and smiling. God bless you for being able to get up and sing it.

[@NumberNine_9]

I Can See Clearly Now by Johnny Nash is the song that popped into my head! Great choice.

[@letticason8435]

When my great aunt passed at the age 92 one of our seconds cousins sang at the grave side “you are so beautiful”. No dry eyes. My little sister passed away she was a baby we sang “ you are my sunshine” My oldest sister passed away and we played all her favorite songs. The one that got me was “I fooled around and fell in love” she played that over and over when we were young. It really is our memories and the connection we have with our friends and family and the music that we played while together.

[@sallywood9134]

Uncloudy day, perfect for my precious sister…..

[@cherokeegreyfox]

When my brother’s wife died suddenly spring, one song he picked was by Allison Kraus, “When You Say Nothing At All” They were so much in love it really rang true for them. Another was Dancing in the Sky. We love you, Gina.💔😢

[@rufusStreeter]

I lost my sister a few weeks ago. Her nickname for me had always been "lil brother." The day I found out about her passing was a tough day but I heard a song that day that really touched me deeply. It was "He ain't heavy, he's my brother" by The Hollies. My favorite line goes "It's a long, long road from which there is no return." I can't hear that line without tearing up but it makes me think that my sister is still going forward on her own journey that I'm not currently a part of.

[@Kellers-Ma]

When our oldest brother passed, my siblings & I were pall bearers... we hummed that song "He ain't heavy" as we carried his casket. It always brings tears to my eyes.

[@richielimited5713]

I am so sorry about your loss, I will be praying for you, nice to meet you here, how have you been ??

[@barbq1976]

Rufus, that's the song that touched me when my little brother died, and Still affects me 35 years since. xx

[@briannab5296]

​@@richielimited5713 .. stop!

[@richielimited5713]

@@briannab5296 stop what

[@ziggymarlowe5654]

"Go Rest High on That Mountain" was played at my 22 y/o Grandson's funeral. Four years later and I still cry when I hear it. Rest easy, Joe.

[@BlingyBea]

oh I’m so sorry for the loss of your grandson, bless you🙏🏻❤️

[@billwilson5341]

Ricky Skaggs, Patty Loveless, Vince Gill - "Go Rest High on That Mountain" - Live kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZ66dnmniaeNnM0

[@joycehogan6861]

My lover who passed in1998. While preparing to return to Denver to be with me. It was not to be but I will never forget Kenneth Wendell Stribling. Forever my love.

[@BlingyBea]

@@joycehogan6861 So sorry for your loss.🙏🏻❤️

[@90c709]

Love you, Michael. Just discovered you today and you grabbed my heart. What a jewel you are for sharing your innermost feelings and connections, keep at it and remain blessed.❤️🙏

[@evapowell7821]

My wife Evie died on 19th Feb 2022 five days before her 85th birthday we met in 1953 she was 16 and I was 19. I miss her, what an understatement that is. This programme of yours has been a joy to watch and for me to hear someone say it's ok to listen to sad songs ( at least I hope that was meant ). George's '' He Stopped Loving Her Today '' excellent, and '' Fire and Rain '' Michael thank you so much from someone who is surrounded by a loving family who don't seem to want to talk about Evie, when that's all I want. Lionel Richie's '' Goodbye '' does it for me.

[@richielimited5713]

I am so sorry about your loss, I will be praying for you, nice to meet you here, how have you been ?? I am Greg Fairman, I am from New York and you?

[@richielimited5713]

Sorry about your past, I am praying for you

[@darlaavard3318]

I'm sorry to hear about your loss. I struggle with the loss of my stepson by suicide. My husband (his father) had been divorced for a few years, but I still considered my stepson as my child always. When I found out he died from his father, no one in that family wanted to talk about him or have pictures or anything that belonged to him. It's like it was too painful to remember he was ever alive. My ex-husband gave me the boxes with all of my stepson's things and I still have them 12 years later. I remember the fun times with my stepson and can now smile at good memories. My daughter and I talk about him all the time. So I truly understand your frustration and concern about your family not wanting to acknowledge your wife's existence. I will be praying for you and your family. Just keep your memories and your faith.

[@arthurpowell9820]

@@richielimited5713 Hi Greg, thanks for your sympathy and support. I live in Berkshire in England and have family in Ohio and Florida. I don't believe I will ever see my Evie again but I have my memories and they will last until I go and then as the song says " He stopped loving her today " Keep well and thanks again for your support, Arthur

[@arthurpowell9820]

@@darlaavard3318 Thanks for your sympathy and I wish there was something I could say to ease your feelings. I am sure that I will never see my Evie again but I have my memories and they will last until I go. Arthur

[@rebeccamelton.8937]

Thank you. My husband died in October 29, 2022. I’m 80 years old and don’t see how I can go on without him. I liked all your songs. I wish I could write one to describe the sick feeling inside missing him and wanting To go and be with him.

[@MegaSnakegirl]

I am so sorry for your loss. He must have been a very special man. 💔

[@KatKrueger]

Bless you.

[@kathylovesmk]

My Grandma was one of my best friends and I miss her so terribly every day. Please stay for your family. 💖

[@jhmstagg9104]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your husband.he was lucky to be loved by you. Music helps and sharing with other people is helpful. Both to you and to them.

[@richardstrick]

My father passed August 2022 I always tell my 88 year old mother that my dad would want her to be happy and carry on. You can go on you will be walking with his memories. He will always be with you in your heart. I pray for strength for you. With Love Richard.

[@jymejohnson4685]

Willie Nelson has a rather new song. In the lyrics he says “it’s not something you get over, it’s just something you get through”. So true.

[@yvonnesanchez3252]

A pastor said once, what’s more more profound than God healing your loved one? Answer: Being with God. Song I choose was : 21 Toby Mac. Cuz that was my son fav singer when he was a kid. Also song 2: He’s my son Mark Schultz. My son names was Michael Angel. Named after, leader of Gods army. He was 24 years old only for 32 days. Had a brain bleed. He learned sign language for his special needs brother. And kept us all to be positive. 32 Days after he left this world was Mother’s Day. And I realized Life would not be the same without Michael Angel. I can’t find a song that what I’m feeling or help my family. That’s how I came across ur video. Please stay playing the songs-to the rest of the hurting in grief. Today is day 228. Yes I’m counting the days he has been gone. I had 3 sons. Special needs brother son 14. 23 old son in college. And Michael Angels 24 he turned this year April 9. He was close to me. God took the golden heart of our family. And my heart hurts. Christmas is in 32 days. thought Christmas I’ll be better with all the lights going up. But I’m not. I just miss him.

[@peggymuise4305]

As my Dad was nearing death, I stayed at his bedside as I'd promised him I would. Our family went for food in the hospital because things were "shutting down" due to a terrible storm. While we were alone, I began to sing Amazing Grace...some I knew, some I hummed. A few weeks after Dad passed, my Brother found a Willy Nelson cassette tape with; "for Sweetums" written on it. Amazing indeed! I scanned down the play list to the last song...Amazing Grace

[@georgemelvin588]

Awww, so sorry about your loss Peggy, my deep and sincere condolences, how have you been?

[@marjiebrowne7214]

My only sister passed away with Motor Neurone disease...I sang Amazing Grace when she was slipping away..the nursing sister appeared just after that and brought a bible with a pressed daffodil inside..we didn't know she was a believer and she said she'd nursed many motor Neurone patients but this was the most peaceful passing she had witnessed. I was so very privileged to have been with my sister when she very sincerely asked our Lord Jesus to take over her life months before and experienced Holy Spirit...she was lovely when she passed with her skin so youthful looking aged 59 years.

[@sandydawes6597]

THANK YOU!!! The complications of parkinson's disease put my dear sweet man into a psych ward and then into a nursing home where he existed for six years. I'll never forget how he recited lines from a Statler Brothers tune "I'll go to my grave loving you." while he was still verbal. He finally breathed his last on November 10 of this year. And all I can recall is Gordon Lightfoot's "Rainyday People". We were married 47+ years in September, with the promise that our hearts will forever hold hands. Thanks for the memories.

[@allisonsmith5242]

Lost my husband a month ago and its so raw, it hurts physically as well as emotionally. He didnt have a funeral, it was direct cremation as he didnt want his mum to bury her eldest son. He adored the song Time to say goodbye by Sarah Brightman and i played that the week after he died, it broke me. He also loved a song by a group called the Chi-lites called Have you seen her. Add in the songs that for me remind me of him Starship Nothings gonna stop us now, anything by the Jam and David Bowie and T Rex (he was 10 years older than me) and im a complete heap on the floor. Its coming up to christmas and i just cant bear to listen to all the songs as it hurts too much. Its amazing the power of songs and their affect on emotions. Its comforting to know reading the comments on this vlog and listening to the person whos vlog this is, that im not alone in what im feeling and going through and that im not the only one who feels they cant live without a partner, friend, child, parent but are hanging on in there…just. This vlog just popped up on my feed by chance or maybe by divine intervention, who knows, but im pleased it did. 😥🇬🇧

[@annek1226]

When I lost my “better half” I was destroyed! I know exactly where you are right now! It felt like my soul was ripped from me! The pain was unbearable! I yelled out one night in pain, “come back and take me with”! That loss occurred in 1999! My best advice? Please reach out for help to your church, friends or your physician! Life does go on and get better.

[@patriciatumlin7326]

Not nearly as fresh as your loss, but I lost my (42-year marriage) Groom the day before Palm Sunday, 4/9/22. And it STILL hurts like the dickens. So much I don't remember in those days right after. Son and family finally got here from out-of-town but it was HOURS after the death. The feeling of abandonment was overwhelming. They stayed with me for almost two months but DIL and I had a conflict and they packed up and left. Instead of giving me some grieving room they expected more from me than I could manage at that time. But PRAISE GOD ALMIGHTY and prayers sent to His Blessed Name, they are coming tomorrow night for four days and I'm as excited as my granddaughter gets when she's told she may have some ice cream😄Cooking and cleaning, prepping for a glorious reunion and healing time. Like you, I wanted to be with my Groom and Jesus and thought my world had ended, but Allison Smith, as Almighty God as my witness, as long as you are breathing in His World, He has a plan customized JUST FOR YOU! Take heart and believe in His Plan for you, so you are able to love others thru the same devastation you experienced! He WILL show you how💝💝💝

[@laurarominger2073]

I’m so sorry for your loss. ❤️. My husband has a had a heart attack this year. Nothing they can do about his heart. It’s bad. He had a toe amputated a few months later. He’s got degenerative discs. It’s horrible. He’s only 57 but I’ve had to look at that he may not be here much longer. We met and married late in life. We were both 49. Previously married. Never knew what real love with a man is until I met him. Tell me your story ❤

[@cathylindeboo.9598]

My heart goes out to you Allison. Bless you❤️

[@deepbluehoney8168]

As a singer/songwriter, I’ve tried without success to write a song about my mother’s and father’s deaths. It’s hard to write something that doesn’t sound cliché. I’m also an opera fan. I’d love it if they played “Va Pensiero” (from Verdi’s Nabucco) at my funeral. It always makes me cry.

[@DianeRhoads-tu8ps]

Go rest High is my Go to... when ever I hear of anyone passing I either send this to their loved in a text, email or FB. When my husband passed i listened to this song OVER AND OVER AND OVER and had it played at his service I can't carry a tune in a bucket, but music is how I truly express myself through... You always know what I am feeling by the music I am listening to. I spent as many hours picking out my husbands music for his funeral as I did for our wedding only a brief two years before

[@LM-qb6fu]

Fire and Rain was the song I dedicated to my Grandmother. Even though I knew she was old and at the end of her life, when she died I realized I could never comprehend her not being there.