Would You Preserve a Loved Ones Tattoos After They Pass?

Gone are the days where you simply just get your loved ones’ ashes back in a bag, box or an urn and only displaying that as a way to honor and remember them.

You can get their ashes turned into gems, stones or other decorative items that turn something tragic into something beautiful and this woman is sharing another way to pay a sentimental tribute to someone you love.

When Angelica lost her husband, she decided to have her late husband’s tattooed skin – yes, his real skin – professionally removed, preserved, framed and displayed. Her son picked his dad’s Steelers tattoo, as the whole family loves the Steelers.

She shared photos of the final product on TikTok and the photos went viral, sparking both awe and “ewws” from across the internet which prompted her to explain the process further.

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@realangelicavibes Everyone’s asking how we preserved my husband’s tattoo… This is just one piece of the story, but there is so much more to tell. But I want you to know how we did this, and why it mattered so much. 🖤 #tattoostorytime #grieftok #viralstory #preservedtattoo #widowstrong #storytime2025 #angelicavibes #realafmom #healinginpublic #steelers ♬ original sound – Angelica | Real AF Sports Mom