60+ Bittersweet Memorial Tattoos to Honor Your Loved Ones

If you're looking to get a tattoo in memory of a pet, these paw prints are perfect.

This memorial tattoo features a polaroid, which is a great way to pay tribute to a loved one.

This mother and daughter tattoo would be a great tribute to a lost loved one.

This name tattoo is a great example of a simple memorial tattoo.

This in memory tattoo features a quote and a set of dates.

If you're looking for forearm memorial tattoo ideas, this carnation is a beautiful option.

Some in memory tattoos feature short quotes, like this one.

We love this memorial tattoo with footprints and angel wings.

If the person you are looking to pay tribute to was a fan of gardening or flowers, this watering can tattoo would be a perfect idea.

Butterflies are often seen as symbols to lost loved ones.

This memorial tattoo features a loved one's name.

This memorial features a note written in a loved one's handwriting.

We love the idea of paying tribute to someone with a portrait.

This memorial tattoo features a butterfly and the words "Mom" and "Dad."

This is a great example of a simple tattoo for a lost loved one.

This in memory tattoo features special dates and a rose.

This memorial tattoo showcases a tattoo of a handwritten note and a dragonfly.

This compass is a great example of a simple memorial tattoo.

This tiny tattoo is a great example of a small memorial tattoo.

This tattoo features a special date.

Quotes make great memorial tattoos.

This simple tattoo features lavender and a quote.

This rose tattoo near the ankle would make a great memorial tattoo.

This flower-filled portrait is a great in loving memory tattoo.

We love this memorial tattoo featuring a flower and a note from a loved one.

This memorial tattoo features a name written in bold script.

If you're looking to get a matching in memory tattoo with a loved one, why not consider the name of the person you are looking to pay tribute to? We love this one written in a fancy script.

This is a great example of a simple tattoo for lost loved ones.

This handwritten signature makes an amazing in loving memory tattoo.

This feather infinity tattoo pays tribute to a lost brother.

This quote shaped into a heart is a beautiful simple memorial tattoo.

These angel wings are a great way to pay tribute to a lost loved one.

This memorial tattoo features a red rose and names.

We love the idea of an intricate memorial tattoo featuring a clock and roses.

This iris tattoo also features a note from someone's grandmother.

This tattoo showcases a hummingbird with special dates written underneath.

A fun twist on a simple feather is this watercolor feather, a gorgeous memorial tattoo idea.

This watercolor paw print is a beautiful way to pay tribute to a lost pet.

This memorial tattoo features a robin and flowers.

This intricate butterfly would make a beautiful memorial tattoo.

This hibiscus makes a great forearm memorial tattoo.

This small in memory tattoo is of a handwritten note and flowers.

This memorial tattoo of a bird on a branch is a stunning way to show love for someone who has passed on.

A cursive name tattoo is a classic way to pay tribute to a loved one.

This butterfly is half drawn with a floral design, which is a beautiful twist on a classic illustration. We also love the addition of the roman numerals.

This herb bouquet would be a great in memory tattoo for a loved one who loved gardening or cooking.

This small in memory tattoo behind the ear can easily be hidden or shown off, depending on your mood.

The symbolism of this monarch butterfly and rose tattoo is a beautiful in memory tattoo idea.

This blue poppy tattoo is one of our favorite memorial tattoo ideas.

This intricate skull tattoo is a beautiful memorial tattoo idea.

This number tattoo is a great example of a simple memorial tattoo.

This simple paw print tattoo is a great simple memorial tattoo for a pet.

This outline of a pet is another simple way to pay tribute to an animal rather than doing the traditional paw print.

This dragonfly with a handwritten note from someone's mom is a great simple memorial tattoo idea.

This fingerprint tattoo with "Dad" written in script is a beautiful way to pay tribute to a loved one.

This tattoo features names written into an infinity sign.

This memorial tattoo is of a small footprint, a special date, and loved one's name written in their own handwriting.

This small illustration features special dates and a quote.

This memorial tattoo showcases roman numerals and the word "always."

This memorial tattoo features handwritten details drawn into the shape of a small footprint.

We love this in memory tattoo which features flying birds and the words "Love Dad" written in script.

This sunflower tattoo featuring the word "strength" and a special date is a great simple tattoo for a lost loved one.

This memorial tattoo features a handwritten note that says "to keep you company after I leave."

This memorial tattoo features a quote from an E. E. Cummings poem.

A great way to pay tribute to a lost loved one is by getting a tattoo of their initials. This tattoo is featured on the knuckles.

If you recently lost a pet, a great way to pay tribute is with a memorial tattoo that features a realistic portrait.