Edwin Hubble
11/20/1889
Marshfield (Missouri)
09/28/1953
San Marino (California)
In Loving Memory of Edwin Hubble
A brilliant astronomer, a pioneer of the cosmos, Edwin Hubble, your contributions continue to awe us. Born with a curiosity that reached for the stars, You forever changed our understanding of what lies afar.
With your steadfast commitment to exploration, You unveiled the wonders of our expansive universe's foundation. Through your relentless observations and tireless dedication, You shattered the boundaries of our imagination.
From the depths of the cosmos, you discovered, That our universe is forever expanding, forever in motion. Milky Way to Andromeda, galaxies beyond measure, You charted their paths, revealing their captivating treasure.
You gifted humanity with the knowledge of the redshift, That celestial objects are moving apart, a cosmic rift. Your discovery, the Hubble's Law, upon which cosmology is built, Forever etching your name in the annals of human intellect.
Beyond your profound scientific mind, Your humility and kindness impacted all we find. A gentle soul, generous and wise, you inspired a generation, Your legacy endures as an eternal inspiration.
As we gaze upon the stars, our hearts filled with gratitude, We remember your brilliance, your discoveries so astute. Edwin Hubble, your contribution to humanity's quest for truth, Will forever guide us in our pursuit of knowledge, our eternal youth.
So let us reflect and pay our respects, To an extraordinary mind we shall never forget. May your spirit forever soar among the stardust, Rest in peace, dear Edwin Hubble, in the heavens you entrust.