I would ask her husband for a picture of the ring, explaining how much that memory means. This is a reasonable request. He might even just give you the ring. I would.

Anonymous wrote:A very dear friend of mine passed away recently and I want to ask her spouse for a ring that I gave her years ago. It means a lot to me because it represents a time we spent together that was joyful. Do you think I could ask with out sounding like a total creep?

Let us know what you did.

OP of course it's ok. My best friend died and 2 months later her husband was going to take some of her jewelry to sell. I was shocked, but emailed him to see if I could have a remembrance. Nothing of value plus I offered to pay. We went on a trip to Mexico and bought cheap silver rings. It was a great trip, plus we were also close to her husband. Did many things together. If anything I was surprised he was selling her jewelry considering they had two grand daughters.

OP he probably won't care.

If it's offered to you, OK.

Otherwise, no.

I'm sorry for your loss.

I’m sorry about the loss of your friend. :’( A very special girlfriend of mine passed away recently too, in December, and I have wished I had something that was close to her to comfort me and to remember her by many times since. <3 I miss her so much!! I don’t see any reason why you can’t ask her husband as sweetly as you wrote your message for the ring, letting him know just how special she was to you and the memory you treasure that’s attached to that ring. When my mom passed away I gave all my friends who loved her something to remember her by. =) If her husband is not willing to part with the ring, that’s okay. I like the suggestion of the other poster, to then ask for a picture of it. That would be very special too. I found out after my friend passed away that she had a thankful jar and I was in it so I had a group of friends over and we each made one in memory of her. I think everyone should have one now. What better way to keep track of our blessings. I like to think she would have loved that. Thank you for sharing your story. I will be keeping you and your dear friend’s family in my prayers along with my friend’s family. Big hug from someone who understands.

I would not ask for it back.

Unless you are close w/her spouse and can ask him this w/out things getting all awkward.