I light this candle in memory of all my ancestors, named and nameless, known and unknown, remembered and forgotten, from all of my lineages. May they know that even those whose names are long-lost are still honored, and that we are grateful for those who have gone before us. This candle I also light for those who have no descendants to light for them. May their souls find peace in knowing that they, too, are honored and not forgotten.

I light this candle in honor of my dearest kin, of both physical and spiritual blood ties.

I light this candle in honour of all my ancestors who ever you may be and from wherever you originated from.Thank you for your guidance and love.

I light this candle in honor of my ancestors and may they guide me as I learn to work with them. I thank them for guiding and protecting me and my family.

I light this candle in honour of my grandfathers Georg and Anton and my ancestor's families Sebald & Ertl.I'm proud of your strong will, steeliness and your independence.Thank you for your guidance and love.
May I find the way to honour you with the love and respect you deserve.
May I walk proud and mindful in your footsteps.
May you,my lost family and kin long gone - beloved ones - welcome me at your hearthfire when my time is come.