What can I write in a sympathy card?

Question

One of my parents very dearest friends has lost his wife this week. I have know them over 40 years and were close enough to refer to them as Aunt and Uncle. I never know what to write and I don't want to sound stupid or crass. Does anyone have a little poem or some other suggestions that would fit this situation?

Answer 1

"Although no words of mine can ease your loss, I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time."

Answer 2

the  poem will be  unhelpful. its  your  personal  touch  they  want just  express you regret and  offer  to  be  there

"I am so sorry  for  your  loss. (her  name)  will  be missed  by everyone ..  If there  is  anything  i can  do  for  you to  help  you  get  through this difficult time please dont hesitate  to  call."

he is a male and is  therefore  helpless so you could  add

" I can  run  errands  or  cook meals or  help  with laundry if you  need"

or  you  can say  that  in  person if  you  see him

Answer 3

I know that you have happy memories with your wife, as do I.  She will be remembered by so many people who's lives she touched with her thoughtful acts and beautiful smile.  Families can be together forever, I believe that we will all see each other again, and it will be a joyous reunion.

Answer 4

Tell him how dear she was to you and how much you'll miss her.  You can sign the card...my thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.

Answer 5

Dear Mr. so and so,

I'm so sad to hear of the departure of your beloved wife.  May she rest in the peace of the Lord, and may your grief be consoled by this thought.

Answer 6

"She/He was such a joy to know. Thank you for sharing her/him with me. I'll always remember the time we went to_____ and she/he_____.(a specific kindness or funny incident.)

Several years ago, I attended a funeral of an elderly lady. Her family owned a grocery store when she was a teenager. One of the people at the service shared a story of how she would sneak to a competitors store because they sold a candy or something her parents did not sell, but she liked. A funny little story really can help.

Answer 7

Well I know I wrote one to my sister last christmas that said Times are tough Times are Hard so heres your ****** Christmas Card just be creative you never kno wha youll get  Personally I enjoy the comments and strange facial expressions .bye

Answer 8

I would write about a few good memories you had with her in the card, too.  Like how funny she was or how she always had the most beautiful flowerbed on the block or something like that.

Answer 9

Very simple, just say what you feel.  For example:  I am at a lose of words, for I am so sadden by the death of  or I am truly sadden by the lose of your wife.  I grieve for you and your family. If I can be of assistance, please call me, for I would greatly want to help in your time of need.  Or something like, your are in my prayers, I truly am sorry for your lose.