When someone close to you is going through a difficult time, sending a sympathy card can be a nice gesture to express your support non-verbally. But, not knowing what exactly to write in it can put you in a fix.
Since most sympathy cards are sent out in the event of the death of a close one, while writing, you should follow some basic rules.
- Your message should be short and words should be simple.
- In case of a death, if the deceased belongs to a religion other than yours, do some research before drafting this card, and know about the dos and don’ts.
- If the deceased was very close to you, you can add a touching incident about him/her in the card.
- If you were formally acquainted with the deceased, you can send a sympathy card to express your condolence to the survivors.
- While sending a card to the close friends or family members, you can include some photos of the deceased. It will help those who are in grief to come out of their sorrow and remember the good times spent with that person.
- Don’t forget to send a follow-up card that focuses on the survivors. Make them feel that you too are deeply hurt, and are ready to share their grief. You can make them feel comfortable, and offer that they can rely on you to get any kind of help and support.
Appropriate Words You Can Write In a Sympathy Card
While writing this card, you can write a personal note to share the memories of the deceased. It helps recall the special memories of the deceased, which is useful for the healing process of his/her family members. You can add some simple words in your sympathy note.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
We share your sorrow.
With heartfelt condolences.
With deepest sympathy.
Fondest remembrances.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
We ask God to send you His blessings in these tough times.
Our prayers and blessings surround you in peace.
May God’s grace strengthen you.
With the deepest sympathy.
Our heart goes out to you in this time of sorrow and loss.
We are thinking of you and are there for you always.
My heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.
As you grieve, know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of (the name of the deceased).
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Please accept my sympathy for the loss of your (the deceased).
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
He/she spent his/her life serving others. I am so thankful to have known him/her.
By selecting the appropriate words for a sympathy card, you can help the grief-stricken people find solace, strength, and comfort. You can help them come out of their sorrow through the meaningful card that you have written, with heartfelt emotions and a careful choice of words.
