Upon hearing the news of someone passing (the person could be a friend, family member, or a simple acquaintance), people would often be moved to express their condolences and sympathies. Some would prefer saying them in person while some would prefer to send their condolences in the form of a card or a letter. However simple it might look, writing a sympathy message is different from writing a normal letter. In messages bearing sympathy, words should be properly though of before even beginning to write the first sentence.
In writing sympathy messages, there are some helpful pointers that should be put to mind before starting to write. For a start, it is advisable not to use ink which is not too colorful. Use blue or black ink. Also, make sure that you address it not to the deceased person but to the closes relative. Make sure you identify or make a reference on yourself especially if you are not well acquainted with the recipient of your message.
The following are helpful tips in writing your sympathy message.
First, introductions do not necessarily need to be lengthy; they can be kept short and simple through saying that you've heard the bad news about the deceased person's passing.
Second, tell that you are expressing your sympathies and condolences. As much as possible, it is best to use the word "loss" instead of "death."
Third, if you think it would help you in comforting the message's recipient, tell them a short memory you have of someone close to you who has passed on. This would show the recipient how much their loved one had meant to you. This might also make the recipient smile or even laugh a bit. Knowing that their loved one meant a lot to and will be missed by another person would give them the feeling that they are not alone.
Fourth, if the person passed away due to a long period of illness or suffering, it is proper to acknowledge the illness followed by words like "I hope you would be comforted with the thought that your loved one is no longer going through any pain."
Fifth, let the recipient know that they can reach you just in case they would need help in any way. Let them know that you would love to give your assistance with things they would need to do like looking after children or pets or even in making meals for the family.
Sixth, at the end of your message make sure that you sum all your feelings up by picking the right phrases. The following are some phrases which might work: a. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you b. May your heart and soul find the comfort and peace it needs during this time c. The memory of your loved one will always be with us
Avoid cliches when writing a sympathy message. Keep messages simple but sincere in expressing condolences and sympathies. Bringing up differences you had with the deceased can come later; for now, let the recipient know that he or she is not alone in their grief.
In writing sympathy messages, there are some helpful pointers that should be put to mind before starting to write. For a start, it is advisable not to use ink which is not too colorful. Use blue or black ink. Also, make sure that you address it not to the deceased person but to the closes relative. Make sure you identify or make a reference on yourself especially if you are not well acquainted with the recipient of your message.
The following are helpful tips in writing your sympathy message.
First, introductions do not necessarily need to be lengthy; they can be kept short and simple through saying that you've heard the bad news about the deceased person's passing.
Second, tell that you are expressing your sympathies and condolences. As much as possible, it is best to use the word "loss" instead of "death."
Third, if you think it would help you in comforting the message's recipient, tell them a short memory you have of someone close to you who has passed on. This would show the recipient how much their loved one had meant to you. This might also make the recipient smile or even laugh a bit. Knowing that their loved one meant a lot to and will be missed by another person would give them the feeling that they are not alone.
Fourth, if the person passed away due to a long period of illness or suffering, it is proper to acknowledge the illness followed by words like "I hope you would be comforted with the thought that your loved one is no longer going through any pain."
Fifth, let the recipient know that they can reach you just in case they would need help in any way. Let them know that you would love to give your assistance with things they would need to do like looking after children or pets or even in making meals for the family.
Sixth, at the end of your message make sure that you sum all your feelings up by picking the right phrases. The following are some phrases which might work: a. My thoughts and prayers will always be with you b. May your heart and soul find the comfort and peace it needs during this time c. The memory of your loved one will always be with us
Avoid cliches when writing a sympathy message. Keep messages simple but sincere in expressing condolences and sympathies. Bringing up differences you had with the deceased can come later; for now, let the recipient know that he or she is not alone in their grief.
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