Sisters are like no one else. We develop bonds and friendship with them that are extra special. So when someone loses their sister it is a time of unimaginable sadness and grief. Losing a person that you have a truly unique connection with is heartbreaking. So it’s natural as a friend, family member or even … Read more
The passing away of anyone close to us always seems too soon. There really isn’t a good time to lose a loved one. And the pain and grief we feel from the loss is something we have to try and come to terms with. But when someone is taken from us too soon it can … Read more
Losing a loved one is arguably the hardest thing most people will go through. The loss of someone special and close to you, be that a friend, partner or family member is devastating. And the grief we feel all too real. When tragedy like that hits us then we try to find ways to feel … Read more
It’s sad to say but with life comes death. It will happen to all of us. But that doesn’t make dealing with or understanding it any easier. The devastation that the death of a friend or loved one causes is profound. And facing up to our mortality can be distressing too. That’s why I’ve brought … Read more
Saying rest in peace (RIP) and paying tribute to someone after their death is hard but necessary. Life, unfortunately, means there has to be death. It is inevitable, and as much as we hate losing those special people from our lives we have to come to terms with the grief. But we can find comfort … Read more
Losing your wife and partner is a tragedy that will have devastating effects. To have to say goodbye to the woman you loved like no other will be heartbreaking, and such a loss carried with the grieving partner forever. Bereavement is a long and painful process and so having family and friends to gather round … Read more
The loss of a husband is an extraordinarily difficult time for a partner to go through. The man they loved so deeply and wanted to spend their entire life with has passed away, leaving behind feelings of grief, loneliness and fear. No one can be prepared for or understand the pain the death of a … Read more
Finding comforting words for a condolence message for a colleague isn’t easy. But it’s a good idea to say something after they’ve experienced a bereavement. So if a coworker has suffered a loss, or a colleague has passed away then you may want to reach out and offer them a message of sympathy and support. … Read more
Whilst it’s almost always better to send a card of condolence, there are times when it’s not possible. Things like the the time it will take, being able to see the bereaved in person or post it to them, knowing their address etc. All these can play a role in your decision not to send … Read more
This is the most comprehensive guide on what to write in a sympathy card. Period. You’ll find over 130 sympathy messages for friends, family, coworkers and more on this page. As well as a complete guide to writing your own sympathy card messages. So if you’re struggling with what to say in a sympathy card, … Read more