Oneofusismissing Day (July 8th)

Quick facts
When is it?	Every July 8th
Tagged as:	Life & Living People & Relationships
What's the hashtag?	#OneofusismissingDay
When was it founded?	2021
Who founded it?	Latonya Brown
We first published this page on:	Jun 17th, 2025
We last updated this page:	Jun 17th, 2025

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Oneofusismissing Day marks a time when we remember those we’ve lost. It invites honest sharing of stories and feelings.

The day feels like a gathering of hearts, where people reach out, offer comfort, and help each other feel less alone.

Words flow easily when someone asks about your loved one. Tears may come. Laughter might, too, as you recall funny moments. No one stands quietly—it’s a conversation filled with emotion and unity.

People often feel that grief isolates them. On this day, that changes. Folks connect across different backgrounds to honor departed family and friends.

They find strength in shared sorrow. Amid sad stories, hope begins to bloom. The day helps everyone feel seen in their loss. It reminds us that life continues and that living fully honors those who are gone.

How to Celebrate Oneofusismissing Day

Here are some meaningful ways to honor someone on Oneofusismissing Day:

Gather with stories

Invite friends or family to share memories in a small circle. Encourage each guest to bring a photo or memento. This opens space for shared laughter and tears.

Speakers feel heard, and bonds deepen. Experts note that group sharing builds a caring atmosphere.

Light a candle ritual

Set aside a calm time to light one or more candles. Let the soft glow symbolize life and memory. You might add music or take turns speaking softly. A simple vigil creates warmth and a gentle connection.

Plant a living tribute

Choose a tree, flower, or plant that speaks to you. Plant it in a garden or pot. Each season, watch it grow and change. Living greenery honors memory and brings comfort.

Write letters or a journal

Take time to write a letter to the person you miss. Write what you wish you could still say. Keep a special journal page or folder. Writing helps express feelings and build an ongoing bond.

Do a meaningful activity

Choose one of their favorite hobbies or interests to try. Maybe cook their beloved recipe, walk their special route, or continue a project they started. This living tribute brings shared joy and connection.

History of Oneofusismissing Day

Oneofusismissing Day began in April 2021. A mother named Latonya Brown created it after her daughter died in a sudden accident. The pain she felt didn’t fade, and support often came in silence.

She realized many people carry quiet grief. That led her to create a day where mourning had space and stories could be shared. She hoped it would give others comfort and connection.

Soon, the idea grew beyond her circle. Friends and families began to join. Communities followed. By July 8 of the same year, the observance was listed on national calendars.

People across the country started to take part. The day spread through word of mouth, social posts, and gatherings both large and small.

Unlike other memorial days, this one doesn’t focus on a single group or cause. It’s personal. It invites each person to honor someone they miss, no matter how or when they passed. Brown believes grief should not stay hidden.

Oneofusismissing Day lets people speak names, share memories, and support one another.

The meaning behind it continues to grow. Each year, more voices join. Together, they turn sorrow into something warm, honest, and human. And they do it without pretending everything is okay.

Oneofusismissing Day