Korean condolences for a family death - etiquette?

Question

My Korean friend's dad died. What's the proper way to express my condolences?

Answer 1

A hand-written note on plain paper. It doesn't need to be long, just sincere.

Answer 2

I think being genuine with your sorrow and empathy for the loved ones left is all that is required whatever the nationality throughout the world.  Do what your heart says, whether it be a letter of condolence, a card, flowers, just being there. If you are sincere the family will know and appreciate it. Here we often take perhaps some home baking for mourners who may be visiting or even sandwiches or a shop bought cake, some flowers. Even if not the custom of the family I think they will be over whelmed by the gesture of this type of thing.  At the end of the day I would say do exactly as you would if it was the dad of any other friend you had.  Also don't forget to let her/him know that more than anything you are there for them.

Answer 3

Money stuffed in a white envelope - in Asian custom, this is called Obituary money and is seen as a very kind gesture.

Answer 4

Nice that you care. I would not get too hung up on etiquette. As long as it's genuine I am sure it will be appreciated.

Answer 5

I'm Korean. My great great grandmother+father and aunt passed away in the passed couple of years.

There's really no difference in eitquette.

Write them a letter to show your sympathy,

and wish them the best.

Tell them that her father & her family are in your prayers.

They will be very thankful for your thoughts.