For many people, tattoos allow them to feel close to a loved one, and the following selection is especially touching!
When we lose a loved one, a tattoo keeps them in our hearts and in our memories. A work of art forever engraved on our skin for a beautiful reminder of happy times.
But tattoos are also a great way to honor the living, be it our partner, pet or family member.
Here are 16 photos of tattoos that pay tribute to loved ones.
1. A cup of coffee in memory of his grandma (and her lipstick!)

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2. A muzzle and paw print for each of his deceased dogs

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3. To remember her dad, who passed away 3 years earlier

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4. Snif

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5. An image that symbolizes a childhood memory

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6. For his daughter, who passed away the previous year

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7. Self-love is also important
8. A chaffinch, one of his grandpa's favorite birds

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9. Sisters express their bond

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10. Roommates get inked, so they can remember the fun times they shared

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11. The ink was made using his mother's ashes

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12. To celebrate the arrival of their baby

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13. Brothers with Donald Duck's nephews to show their everlasting bond

© Gomping/ Reddit
14. One very proud dad

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15. His wife getting ready for their wedding

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16. The date they got married

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