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ABC's Of Funeral Messages

If someone you know has just died, you should visit the wake to show respect. If you are far away and cannot visit the service, you could send a letter of sympathy. There are several ways to send funeral messages to the family of the deceased. Send a short note with a token showing empathy.

You can send a sympathy card even if you attend the wake. Depending on how close you were to the person who just passed away or your relationship with the family of the deceased, your letter can be short or long. It can be simple with a few words that express sympathy or a bit longer.

It is good to remember that family members of the deceased may read letters and notes of sympathy sometime during the memorial service. So, it might be a good idea to keep your note short but not too curt. Point out how the deceased was special too you and how and why he or she will be missed.

There are cards that already have printed words but it might be better to write a short note that expresses what you feel. Typically, a sympathy card would express both grief and compassion. It can be hard to express both emotions in a concise way. It is also difficult to begin letters for funerals.

A good tip is to start a note with a memorable event that you shared with the deceased. Do not be too concerned about saying the wrong things or making the letter too long. Just write what is on your mind and what you feel in your heart. Finish off your letter with an uplifting paragraph.

Make sure you edit and proofread the draft before sending it to the family of the deceased. Funeral messages can be written in cards, as handwritten letters, via email, or with a bouquet of blossoms. Make sure that the presentation of your card or flowers are appropriate for the occasion.