When someone loses their mother it will be a devastating time for them. The connection between a daughter or son and their mother is like nothing else. Losing someone you thought would always be there for you, that person you turned to for comfort and support in your toughest moments – it’s one of the hardest periods of anyone’s life. And the overwhelmingly feeling will be of grief and loss.

Attempting to come up with the right words to express your condolences for those going through such a hard time and make sure you reflect the suffering they are feeling is an near impossible task. Trying to navigate between being utterly respectful but also try to console them in the best way you can. It’s understandable to be concerned you might offend them or just not get the tone right and capture the severity and grief they’re experiencing.

So we hope the examples of words of sympathy for loss of a mother below will be the first step to helping you write a sympathy card message for the bereaved. You can choose to use them as they are or as inspiration to write your own personal version.

I am sorry you had to lose someone so important and special in your life. I’ll be praying for you and the rest of your family

Moms are special people, especially ones like yours. From the time I spent with her, I could tell she was an amazing lady

Good mothers hold a special place in their hearts for their children and most children hold a special place in their hearts for their mothers. I’m sorry for the hole that you have now

Please accept my condolences for the loss of your mother. From what I heard, she was a great woman to be admired. I’ll be thinking about you in the coming days and saying a prayer for you now and then

Your mother was the type of person who inspired integrity in those around her; she encouraged others to be the best people they could be. That’s reflected in your life

May these words comfort you on the loss of your mother. I will always remember her sweet smile and beautiful nature. May God keep you in his embrace at this difficult time

Extending my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother and praying that your faith will give you strength in this sad time

A mom is someone who cares deeply and always, whether you have just scraped your knee or found out about a terminal illness

Your mom was a very special lady and loved by everyone who knew her. Please know that we share in your grief and extend our deepest sympathy to you and your family

From what I have heard you talk about your mother, it sounds like she was a great woman. She did an excellent job raising you. I am sorry for your loss

Moms keep us alive when we are helpless babies, so it’s our responsibility to keep mothers alive in our minds after they pass

There’s a special place in all of our hearts for our mothers, just like there’s a special place in every mother’s heart for her children. You must continue to carry her memory in that special place in your heart. I am sincerely sorry for the loss of your mother

Moms are important and special people. I am sorry for the loss of such a valuable person in your life. My thoughts are with you and your family at this time

Your mother was the kindest and gentlest woman I have ever met. I feel so fortunate to have known her and extend my deepest sympathy to you and your family

Even though moms are the quickest people to give love to children, they are also the people who their children need love from the most

Your mother was one of the warmest and most caring people I have had the pleasure of knowing. I am sorry for your great loss

The heart that your mother had for others is a rare gift to the many people who had the privilege to know her and be blessed by her. Please accept my condolences

May you find peace and comfort in knowing that your grief is shared by so many. Your mom will be sorely missed. God bless you and your wonderful family

Most people only have one mom, and that is why moms are so special. I’m sorry for your great loss

I admire the life that your mom lived, and I can only hope that I can have as strong of a finish to my life as she did

No one can replace your mom, but God can comfort your heart. He knows what you need during this time much better than anyone else