Preserving the voices of loved ones can be a profoundly comforting way to keep their memories alive, especially during times of loss. For many, hearing a familiar voice can evoke powerful emotions and provide solace. Recently, Laura from Silver Spring, Maryland, reached out with a heartfelt question:

"My Mom passed away unexpectedly, and I still have some voicemails from her that I would like to preserve. Can you recommend a quality voice recorder that I could use to record her messages? I’m not a sound engineer, just an average person who wants to purchase a voice recording device that will provide a realistic recording of my Mom’s voice that I can keep forever."

Thank you for your heartfelt question, Laura. First, let me say I’m deeply sorry for your loss. It’s beautiful that you want to preserve your mom’s voice. I know what you are going through, as I, too, have experienced the pain of losing my dad, and I wanted to preserve the voicemails he left for me. Below are some practical steps and recommendations for saving his voicemails and recording them for safekeeping. (Android users click here)

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If the voicemails are stored on your iPhone, here’s how you can save them:

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If the voicemail is on another device, like a phone, computer, laptop or tablet, you could use your iPhone to record it. Here's how to do it using the Voice Memos app on your iPhone:

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Once you’ve saved or recorded the voicemails:

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Preserving the voices of loved ones is a beautiful way to keep their memories alive, offering comfort and solace during difficult times. For Laura and anyone else who has experienced loss, these recordings can become treasured possessions. Remember, there's no rush in this process. Take your time and be gentle with yourself.

While it might be emotional to listen to these messages now, in time, they may become a source of comfort and joy, allowing you to hear the love and warmth of those who are no longer with you. Cherish these moments and know that your efforts to preserve their voices are a wonderful tribute to your relationships.

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