There is no love like a mother’s love. When she is gone, the world feels different—quieter, emptier, and at times unbearable.

These grief quotes for the loss of a mother are here to give words when your heart is too heavy to find them. Whether you're missing her every day, honoring her memory on a birthday, or leaning on faith for strength, these words can bring gentle comfort.

Short Comforting Quotes

“A mother’s hug lasts long after she lets go.”
“To the world, you were one person. To me, you were the world.”
“Grief is the price we pay for love.” – Queen Elizabeth II
“I carry you in my heart, always.”

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Quotes About Missing Mom

“I miss you in waves, and tonight I’m drowning.” – Denice Envall
“Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day.”
“Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words.”

Healing & Legacy Quotes

“A mother’s love is eternal. Even in death, it continues to guide us.”
“Her absence is like the sky, spread over everything.” – C.S. Lewis
“The influence of a mother in the lives of her children is beyond calculation.” – James E. Faust

Famous & Literary Quotes

“All that I am, or ever hope to be, I owe to my angel mother.” – Abraham Lincoln
“A mother’s arms are made of tenderness and children sleep soundly in them.” – Victor Hugo
“The heart of a mother is a deep abyss at the bottom of which you will always find forgiveness.” – Honoré de Balzac

Faith & Bible Verses

“As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you.” – Isaiah 66:13
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18
“Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” – Matthew 5:4

Special Days: Mother’s Day, Birthdays & Anniversaries

“Mother’s Day feels empty without you, but I celebrate the love you gave me.”
“On your birthday, I light a candle and whisper ‘I love you.’”
“Anniversaries remind me of the gift of your life and the ache of your absence.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions from our readers

Yes. A mother’s influence lasts a lifetime, and grief often resurfaces around special days or life changes.

Absolutely. Many people use grief quotes to honor their mother in obituaries, memorials, or remembrance speeches.

Verses like Isaiah 66:13, Psalm 34:18, and Matthew 5:4 are commonly used for comfort and remembrance.

Comments (2)

Anna K.

Sep 17, 2025, 3:10 PM

Reading these on my mom's birthday brought tears, but also comfort. Thank you for collecting them.

Lisa M.

Sep 17, 2025, 5:22 PM

The Bible verses section really helped me. I felt less alone reading them before church on Mother's Day.

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