It is never easy to find the right words to say when someone we love goes through the suffering of ‘losing a dear one’. Sympathy and comfort are human needs during a painful period, and simply being there as a support is one of the most important things we can do for each other. That is why sending a warm condolence message can have such a deep impactโit has the power to awaken the pain-stricken person to the reality that they still have other people to count on.
This article gives 60 condolence messages you can use to express sympathy to a family member or friend, and they include brief condolences and caring sympathy messages, as well as professional condolence notes. The messages, which are for dealing with a friend, co-worker, or a person whose parent, sibling, spouse, or child has passed away, are ‘carriers of support’, love, and kindness in the time of wordlessness.
How to Write a Condolence Message
Firstly, let’s see the message examples below. It is essential to remind ourselves of some crucial aspects when writing a sympathy note:
- Ensure that you communicate from the heart and are honest.
- Fix language-transmitted stereotypes, e.g., โTheyโre in a better place.โ
- Put all the front of the person, grievous, not your past, in the situation.
- Don’t say โLet me know if you need anythingโ, as it is very vague. Instead, name some specific things you can do, like providing a meal or running errands.
A short message of sympathy to a friend can be of great benefit. The timing also matters โ do your best to express your message no later than in the first few weeks of the loss. Still, if you are without time, any outreach is both authentic and welcome.
Condolence Messages for a Friend
There are times when a few comforting lines are enough to make your friend feel cared for.
- “I am aware of no words that would help your suffering. Just know me here, for you.โ
- “Thinking of you through this trying period.โ
- โSending prayers, love, and strength.โ
- โYou’re not aloneโI’m here wherever you need me.โ
- โI really apologise for your loss. With you is where my heart resides.โ
- โI’ll be here to support you whenever and wherever you need it.โ
- โGrief is not a ‘straight line’. I will walk next to you across it all.โ
- โMay your memories bring comfort during this terrible time.โ
- โWishing you times of comfort and calm.โ
- โBe kind to yourself. You live surrounded by love.โ
Short Condolence Message Professional (For Colleagues)
It’s appropriate in workplace situations to have your message be respectful, honest, and professional.
- โThinking of you and your family during this time.โ
- โPlease accept my real sympathies.โ
- โDesiring peace and comfort.โ
- โSo sad to learn of your death. My mind is with you.โ
- โWe are here to support you and are sad about your loss.โ
- โSending sincere sympathy during this difficult time.โ
- โDeepest regrets from all of us at the office.โ
- โMany others will remember your loved one.โ
- โHoping you find the power you need in the upcoming days.โ
- โMay the memory of [Name] bring you calm and peace.โ
Condolence Message for Friend’s Mother’s Death
It hurts deeply to lose a parent. I am giving a list as a virtual condolence for a friend who has lost his mother:
- โYour mom was an incredible woman; I’m so sorry for your loss.โ
- โI pray and am holding you close in my heart.โ
- โYou will carry on the spirit of your mother.โ
- โYou are her heritage โ she has given the world such a great gift in you.โ
- โWhile remembering her, may the happy times you shared keep you in peace.โ
- โYour mother’s love was a blessing that everyone felt.โ
- โI will be here if you need a person to talk to or just someone to sit with.โ
- โMay the light and comfort that you need be found in you.โ
- โHer love and smiles touched the hearts of many.โ
- โWhile we live, her name will not be forgotten from our hearts.โ
Short Sympathy Message for Loss of Mother
Sometimes, a smaller vocabulary has more significance.
- โSo sad for the loss of your mother.โ
- โConsidering you and forwarding love.โ
- โYour mum’s love will always be with you.โ
- โWishing you comfort and peace in your loss.โ
- โYou are in my prayers.โ
- โYour mum will be much missed.โ
- โMay her memory be a blessing.โ
- โSending my earnest sympathy.โ
- โWith most sympathy.โ
- โHolding you in my heart.โ
Sympathy Message for Family Member
Support your family member in grief by responding with a condolence message.
- โIn these dark days, we truly and sincerely share your heartache.โ
- โI pray you find peace through our prayers.โ
- โWe are here always to walk this road with you.โ
- โPlease accept our sincere grief.โ
- โWe cry with you and send you support and more energy.โ
- โWe are forever in our hearts with joy and love over [Name].โ
- โAll of us are right there beside you, and we always will be.โ
- โWe will face this problem together and soon will come out of it.โ
- โSending you our most sincere apologies.โ
- โMay your peace come from the love of friends and family.โ
Condolence Messages for Someone Who Lost a Spouse
Being single due to the death of our partner is an unbearable pain. The following are some words of comfort to be said to a person in such a situation:
- โYour wife’s love will never dieโit’s always around you.โ
- โThe bond that both of you had with each other was amazing.โ
- โIn your memories, you will find the peace you need.โ
- โYour partner was a special person. I am very sorry.โ
- โYou two had a love so amazing that it inspired everybody around. I am missing her.โ
- โYour wife was a light in this worldโshe will never be forgotten.โ
- โI’m here for you; nothing else can help your suffering.โ
- โThough they are gone, their love is timeless.โ
- โWishing you strength to get through each day.โ
- โYou’re not aloneโI’m just a call away.โ
Final Thoughts: Keep It Personal
No matter whether it is sending a brief ‘condolence message’, your one-of-a-kind condolence message, or just a simple deepest condolences message, in any case, the key thing is the sentiment you want to convey with your words. When you write your note, try to make it personalโbring up a memory, a shared moment, or a special quality about the person who passed away.