in memory of

Idioms  

1. As a reminder of or memorial to. For example, In memory of Grandma we put flowers on her grave every Easter, or In memory of our happy times here we've planted a little garden. [First half of 1300s]

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Example Sentences

Brindley set up the James Brindley Foundation in memory of his son and to address youth violence.

From BBC

Aside from a rare trip to Elland Road to lay a wreath on the pitch in memory of his close friend Gary Speed, following his tragic death in 2011, Batty has tended to keep out of the public eye.

From BBC

Amy and Ryan Jackson started the Lily Mae Foundation in 2010, which was named in memory of their stillborn daughter Lily, after they felt families should be offered more support than they received during one of the hardest moments of their lives.

From BBC

As has become a Sydney tradition, the fifth Test will have a pink theme for the Jane McGrath Foundation, a charity created in memory of the late wife of legendary Australia pace bowler Glenn McGrath.

From BBC

The Hunts have set up a fund in memory of Carol, Louise and Hannah to raise money for charities and causes that help and inspire young women.

From Barron's