The star could represent spiritual light, divine guidance or birth/rebirth. In Judaism, the Star of David represents divine protection. In Christianity, it sometimes represents “light shining in darkness” or good overpowering evil.

After the cross, the urn is one of the most commonly used cemetery monuments. The design represents a funeral urn and is thought to symbolize immortality.

A weeping willow on a headstone symbolises sorrow, mourning, and the eternal grief of the living. Its drooping branches are often associated with tears and the deep sadness of losing a loved one. However, the tree also represents resilience, as it continues to grow despite its sorrowful appearance, symbolising the enduring nature of life and the hope of renewal or resurrection.

Signifies mourning, loss, and sorrow. It represents the grief of those left behind and can also symbolize the enduring pain of losing a loved one. Additionally, the image may be a reference to the hope of eternal life, with the weeping figure acting as a guardian or mourner over the departed soul.

A sheaf of wheat or corn is the cemetery symbolism of the life of someone who lived to a ripe age.

Wings on a memorial inscription often symbolise the soul's journey, freedom, or the ascent to heaven. They may represent spiritual protection or the presence of angels guiding the deceased. In Christian contexts, wings can also signify divine mercy and resurrection, conveying hope for eternal life.