At Valerie’s House, we understand that grief is a deeply personal journey, and the ways people remember lost loved ones vary greatly. One powerful way many express their love and remembrance is through memorial tattoos. In our Tattooed Grief episode of the Grieve Love Heal podcast, Season 3, we explore the impact of grief-inspired tattoos as enduring symbols of love, loss, and resilience.

In this episode, we’re joined by Kelly Rogers, owner of Gearhead Tattoo in Cape Coral, FL. Kelly shares how creating grief-related tattoos helps people keep cherished memories close in a lasting, visible way. His compassionate approach highlights how tattoo art for healing offers comfort and connection, especially when honoring loved ones. Alongside Kelly, a Valerie’s House staff member reflects on how these tattoos provide support for those who wear them.

To complement this episode, we’re excited to present the Tattooed Grief Gallery. This gallery showcases meaningful memorial tattoo designs shared by our Valerie’s House community. Each tattoo tells a unique story of grief and healing—whether through initials, symbols, or heartfelt words. Every tattoo here embodies a personal expression of the grief journey and the enduring love that remains.

Visit the Tattooed Grief Gallery:
We invite you to explore the Tattooed Grief Gallery and reflect on these touching stories of remembrance and resilience. Each tattoo serves as a testament to resilience, love, and the strength of those who carry on after loss.

How to Participate in the Tattooed Grief Gallery

Do you have a memorial tattoo dedicated to someone special? We welcome our Valerie’s House family and community to share their own grief-related tattoos and stories. To participate:

Comment on our podcast post with a photo of your tattoo.
Include your first name and the name of the person your tattoo honors.

Thank you to everyone who has shared their tattoos with us. This gallery is a tribute to all those we remember, and we’re honored to be part of a community that celebrates and respects the unique journeys of grieving families.

To hear the full podcast episode, visit: Tattooed Grief Podcast.