Tattoos inked in remembrance of a dear one who has departed for his/her heavenly abode have been in practice for long. Referred to as RIP tattoos or rest in peace tattoos, the carvings on body parts are done as a mark of respect or to show how much the individual, who is no more, is missed. RIP tattoos are of various designs and patterns. People like to add a personal touch in them as they are very special and close to their heart. Some keep it simple and somber while some go for colorful ones. Dates, prayers and names can be also seen inked as part of the design.
At times, funny elements and cartoons are added to tone down the sadness factor. Nevertheless, a RIP tattoo remains close to the wearer regardless of the form it has. The tattoo is a way of strengthening the emotional connect with the soul resting in peace. Do you want to pay your tribute to someone? Are you one of those missing a dear soul and want to express your love through a RIP tattoo? If your reply is in affirmative, we can help you. Here we have created an interesting gallery of 40 RIP tattoo designs. Take a look.
Girlfriend Rip
A touching message worn by a boyfriend in loving memory of his girlfriend.
Rip Mum
Angel wings, heart and flower blend together to come up as a RIP tattoo carved on upper back in memory of dear mum.
R.I.P. DRS
A somber, black and white tattoo with angel wings for a dear one.
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Eagle RIP
A bald eagle about to rest on a branch symbolises the desire of the wearer that the departed may also find rest.
Rip Arm Tattoo
A tattered ribbon with name wrapped around the holy cross stands for the pain that has broken the wearer.
Rip Grandpa Tattoo
A sentimental prayer by a grandson worn as a tattoo for the peace of his grandfather’s soul.
RIP Little Sis
Sweet, simple tattoo with name and life time of sister inked on forearm along with a heart shape.
Rest In Peace
The wearer remembers the death anniversary of her mother through this roman number tattoo carved on arm.
Rip Tattoo With Rose
A skull sitting inside a rose with wings around has the birth and death dates inked below along with name.
Justin Aka Buggy RIP
A black and white portrait of Justin carved on back in his loving memory.
Rip Nan Tattoo
Decent and soothing tattoo with flowers and doves carved on hand in memory of nan.
RIP Mom
An elegant butterfly with life time on a scroll expresses the love of a son for his mother.
Jimmy Hendrix RIP
A tattoo in loving memory of the famous guitarist worn by his fan in black and white.
My Bro RIP
A large black and white tattoo carved on back with an emotional line conveys the bond the brothers shared.
Rip Back Tattoo
Affectionate and peaceful faces of Christ and Mary with angel wings inked on back in loving memory of mother.
Rip Leg Tattoo
Heart touching message inked on leg expresses the loss and longing the wearer feels.
RIP Skull
Scary and mystic, the tattoo with skull and flowers conveys the mystery of life after death.
Rip Mom Tattoo
A sober tattoo for mom signifying that she will live in her child’s heart forever and always.
Dylan Jays Ford
A RIP tattoo carved by a fan for the Graffiti artist who died in a car accident.
R.I.P. Jessica
A rib tattoo for Jessica carved in black with angel wings.
Memorial To Dad
The lady expresses her love for her father with this beautiful rose tattoo having life time inked on upper back.
R.I.P. Random Hero
Cool tattoo with a skull face worn by an admirer on his forearm in memory of his hero.
Lilly And RIP Tattoo
Bright orange lily resting on foot is symbolic of the favorite flower of the person who is no more.
Steves Tattoo
Red heart embossed on black cross framed by wings for the peaceful soul of mother.
RIP Baby Boy And Girl
Cute, elegant tattoo with flowers of three colors worn for the peace of children’s souls.
Chest Tattoo
A flying angel with folded hands carved on chest prays for the peace of the departed soul.
Michael Jackson RIP
This fan of Michael Jackson prays for the peace of his soul through a portrait tattoo.
Rip Dad
A sweet, colorful portrait of father painted as a memorial on chest.
Rip Cousin’s Tattoo
A sash with name of the dead adorns the holy cross symbolising the power of prayers in bringing peace.
RIP Ronald Douglas McKenzie
Name initials and RIP spread around the corners of the cross worn for the peace of the departed soul.
RIP Granny
A simple and sad-looking RIP tattoo for granny carved on arm.
R.I.P. Dio Tattoo
A bright and radiant tattoo for Ronnie James Dio with his famous hand symbol.
Thigh RIP Tattoo
A sweet and innocent angel playing a mandolin sings tunes for the peace of Dorothy’s soul.
RIP Valentino
Calligraphic design marked on hand in memory of Valentino with his life time.
My Girl Friends Tattoo
Cute tattoo in memory of a girlfriend with her shopping bag expresses how much the boyfriend misses her.
R.I.P Abuela Carmen
Beautiful designer tattoo with heart shapes carved on arm conveys love and affection.
Moo’s Tattoo Design
A rising sun with a cross and tombstone symbolise the new beginning of life after death.
My Dad RIP
The son’s strong love for his father finds a way through this poignant message inked as tattoo.
Rip Shane Design
An elegant and beautiful expression of love worn with butterfly and heart shapes on back in memory of a boyfriend.
Rip Yourself Open
A cool message asking the soul to rest in peace and abjure all earthy desires.
like the black color tattoo does the colored tattoo too last long?????
MY DAD PASSED 4 MONTHS AGO, IM LOOKING INTO GETTING A TATTOO..HE LOVED BOXING THE SPORT ITSELF SO I WANT TO GET SOMETHING WITH GLOVES SOMETHING IN THAT NATURE PLS HELP!!!!
hey how about the boxing gloves and text saying fighting till the end ? i am sorry for your loss x
hey,
my dad passed away almost a year ago…right before xmas…still feels like yesterday…time doesn’t change anything, doesn’t heal anything…
i’m thinkin’ about getting the date of his death as romanian numbers on my wrist and a little broken heart…
like all of these anyway, as they mean a lot.
My grandmother, who I was really close to, passed away yesterday. I want to get a tattoo of her name with a rose(she loved roses). I need some ideas of a design and also where to put it. I have 8 other tattoos. I was thinking the underside of my forearm. Please help!!