What Do You Say When Someone Dies?

someone you care about has lost a loved one, it can be hard to know what to say. But it’s important to say something. Sharing your condolences lets them know you care and offers comfort in one of the hardest times they’ll ever experience. It’s a loving gesture that means a lot. If you’re not sure just what to say, here are some messages you can use. You can either copy them word for word, change them to sound more like you, or customize them with your fondest memories of the person who has died. The thought will be appreciated in any case.

( It’s always a good idea to personalize your condolence message with names- both the name of who you’re writing to and also the name of the deceased.) Remember that it’s absolutely okay to say something short and simple, especially in your first condolence thought offered in person or on Facebook or wherever you first hear the news.

( If you’re writing a formal card or note to go with flowers, then a more formal tone is fine, but you can also keep it simple and personal there, too.)

General Personal Condolences

• I’m so sorry to hear of your loss.

• I’m stunned by this news. I’m so very sorry for your loss.

• My heart aches to hear this news. I’m praying for everyone.

• I love you and l’m here for you.

• Please know that your friends love you and are here for you.

• My deepest sympathies to you and your family.

• God bless you and your family.

• My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief

• I’m so sorry for your loss. I’m going to miss her/ him too.

• I wish you peace as you grieve.

• Please accept our deepest condolences for your loss.

• What a beautiful life s/ he lived. I’m so very sorry for your loss.

• Words can’t describe how sorry I am at this loss. You’re in my prayers.

• You and your family are in my thoughts. All my love.

• I wish I could be there to comfort you as you grieve.

I’m holding you in my heart.

• My heart goes out to you and to everyone who loved her/ him. This is such a huge loss.

Loss of a Parent

• I have such precious childhood memories of your mom/ dad. I know you’ll miss her/ him so much.

• Your mom/ dad was such an incredible person.

• I never met your mom/ dad, but I can tell how wonderful s/ he must have been just by knowing you.

• Although don’t know you well, your mother/ father was one of my closest friends and s/ he spoke of you often. I know s/ he loved you so much. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.

• No matter how old we are, it’s never easy to lose a parent. My thoughts and prayers are with you as you grieve.

• Your father/ mother was like a second dad/ mom to me growing up. I’ve always remembered the good times and the lessons s/ he taught me. All my love in this hard time.

Sudden Loss

• I am so sorry to hear of this unexpected loss. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.

• My heart goes out to you. You’re in my thoughts and prayers.

• I was so saddened to hear this. shocking news. My heart goes out to you at this time of grief.

• This is such a shock. All my best wishes to you and your family.

• This is so unfair. My heart hurts for you.

• I’m so sorry for your loss. I pray that s/ he is at peace.

• I can’t imagine the pain you’re feeling. I’m here if you need to talk. Anniversary of a Death

• I know today is a very hard day. There are so many precious memories. I’m here for you today and always.

• Your friends still have you in their thoughts and prayers. Please reach out if we can help.

• Your loved ones haven’t forgotten you, and you’re in my heart on this sad anniversary.

• I know your grief still continues. I‘ m holding you up in my prayers as you remember a wonderful life.

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