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General Condolence Messages

Condolence Messages for Losing a Family Member

Religious Condolence Messages

Condolences to a Friend Who Lost Someone Special

Loss of a Co-worker Sympathy Card Messages

Loss of a Pet Sympathy Card Messages

General condolence messages.

Generally speaking, think about keeping your condolence concise and kind. Choose a message that shows both sympathy and respect. Refrain from offering any advice or anecdotes at this time.

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Condolence messages for losing a family member.

For more personal condolences, anecdotes are appropriate. Start with a message of sympathy, then support, followed by a fond memory of the loved one lost.

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Religious condolence messages.

Faith can inspire someone in grief with the strength they need during a challenging time. Be thoughtful of the recipient's relationship with religion and offer a message that resonates with that. Relevant quotes can be added to enhance your showing of support.

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Condolences to a friend who lost someone special.

Sympathy, support, and a personal message are the perfect foundation for a condolence card for a friend. Make it more meaningful by offering something thoughtful meant specifically for that friend: a way to cheer them up that perhaps only you know-how.

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Loss of a pet sympathy card messages.

The loss of an animal companion often carries as much weight as the loss of a loved one. Show your full support for the recipient, along with a note that gently commemorates the pet's life.

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How to show your sympathy.

Show your empathy and sorrow.
Hold space for those who are grieving. When in their company, make them feel peaceful, safe, and comforted. Be an outstanding listener, giving them time to talk through their feelings without interruption or personal input. Remind them their feelings are valid and they are supported.
Make a condolence card.
A show of support is one of the most meaningful ways to comfort those who are grieving. Kind words carry great importance to reflect your sympathy for a loved one during a challenging time. Creating a card with Adobe Express puts your heartfelt condolences and unwavering support into words that the recipient can cherish and reflect on. Our templates lay the foundation of a gentle, compassionate message, with room for you to customize your message with care. A condolence card is a great starting place to provide support as it allows the recipient to appreciate your support at their convenience.
Further ways to provide support.
If you’d like to reach out more, be attentive to the needs of the person grieving. Be respectful if they seek space and make yourself available for them when they are ready for company. When in their company, make them feel peaceful, safe, and comforted. Soon after the passing of a loved one, those who are grieving may need help with everyday needs. Offer to provide meals, housecleaning, or other errands they might have. If it feels appropriate, you can offer to help with the service or other related arrangements. Check-in from time to time. Remember to reach out on birthdays or anniversaries. Continue to honor the life of the person who has passed by sharing fond memories or personal mementos.
Accompany with sympathy gifts.

A gift is by no means necessary but is certainly a kind gesture. The best gifts are often small yet thoughtful and are given relatively soon following a service. Keep in mind who the gift is intended for, be it the deceased’s significant other, family member, or an entire family.

Keepsake gifts: this could be their favorite book, music album, a frame or photo book of your favorite photos together. Make it personal, thoughtful, and meaningful.

Honoring their legacy: Another option to consider is planting a tree or creating a piece of art in their honor.

Monetary gifts: Does it appear that the family could use financial assistance with medical bills, funeral costs, or something along those lines? In this case, a monetary gift could be very appreciated.

Try to keep it discreet, perhaps by passing it along in the condolence card you’ve created or by covering the costs of the service. Do it in a way that shows complete support for the family without imposing on their values and healing process.

Let Adobe Express help you.

When offering sympathy and condolences, showing support is key. Whether it’s a formal message, a religious blessing, or a personal letter, Adobe Express has the template and customization tools you need to convey the right feeling. Remember to be gentle, kind, respectful, and attentive. Speak from the heart with words that inspire feelings of peace and comfort during a difficult time. And as time goes on, use Adobe Express to continue to honor those who have passed with a card on their birthday or anniversary so that their legacy will always live on.

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