Expressions of Compassion: How to Write Meaningful Condolence Messages

When someone you know has lost a loved one, it’s natural to want to offer your condolences. It can be difficult to know what to say or write. Messages of sympathy and condolences are often difficult to express, but they are important to convey. They translate your feelings into words. Often in such trying and emotional times, speaking may not always necessary the best way. In Singapore, one of the most common ways to convey your sympathy is by sending condolence flowers or funeral wreaths with a message card. While flowers can’t take away the pain of losing someone, they are a thoughtful way to show support and let the grieving family know that they are not alone in their grief. It’s an honourable gesture that shows respect, comfort and kindness.

When giving condolence flowers,  the act of making a condolence flower delivery along with meaningful sympathy messages shows those grieving how the life of the deceased touched the life of the one sending the flowers.

 

 

We have put together a list of commonly used and appropriate condolence messages in English also condolence message in Chinese as a guide. 

 

Sample Condolence Messages

 

General Condolence Text Messages For Messaging App:

This is a list of sample short condolence messages for texting:

1. I am so sorry for your loss.
2. You have my deepest sympathy on your loss.
3. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
4. Please accept my deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
5. My deepest condolences & heartfelt condolences.
6. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss.
7. I am here for you during this difficult time.
8. Sending you hugs and comfort during this difficult time.
9. Sending you love and strength during this difficult time.
10. Please know that you are not alone during this difficult time.
11. You and your family are in our prayers. Sorry to hear of your loss.
12. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
13. Sending you love and strength during this difficult time.
14. I am so sorry for your loss. Your loved one was an amazing person who touched many lives.
15. Please know that you are not alone during this difficult time. You have our deepest sympathy and support
16. Your loved one was an incredible person who touched many lives. They will be deeply missed.

General Condolence Messages For Gift Cards:

Here is a list of samples condolence messages. These sympathy or condolence messages are generally printed on the message card and placed within the flowers along with your condolence flowers. 

1. You have my deepest sympathy on your loss.
2. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
3. With deepest sympathy.
4. Our deepest condolences & heartfelt condolences.
5. With love and remembrance.
6. Forever remembered, forever missed.
7. Our collective hearts are heavy with sympathy.
8. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
9. Holding you close in our thoughts and hoping you are doing okay.
10. Please accept my deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
11. My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss.
12. Our heartfelt condolences on the passing of your beloved (eg.father/mother).
13. We are deeply saddened to hear of the loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolence to you and your family.
14. Our Deepest Condolences on the passing of your father. May he/she find eternal peace & rest.
15. We were deeply saddened by the news of passing. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
16. May the love and memories you shared with your loved one bring you comfort during this difficult time.
17. May the memories of your loved one bring you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
18. May the love of so many who care for you, be a comfort to you at this time.
19. Words seem inadequate to express the sorrow felt by the loss of My heart is with you.
20. We will always cherish the beautiful memories of …
21. He/She will be greatly missed but his/her warmth, kindness, and gentle spirit will be remembered forever.
22. With deepest sympathy & heartfelt condolences on the demise of your beloved .
23. May memories of and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.
24. We were saddened to hear the news about … Our deepest condolences. Our thoughts are with you. We hope, in time, all the good memories will comfort you.
25. Please accept our sincere condolences on your loss. May those beautiful yesterdays always remain in your heart, and your sorrows gently fade away.
26. Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of your loved one. They will always be remembered fondly.
27. Whilst I cannot physically be with you in time of deep sorrow, my spirit is there with your family. Our special friend will always be remembered for his/her courage. With deepest sympathy.

Cross Wreaths

Christian Condolence Messages and Biblical Sympathy Messages and Verses

1. May you find comfort, peace, and encouragement. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
2. Words cannot express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.
3. Please accept my/our sincere condolences on your loss. May God be with you in this hour of grief.
4. During this time of deep sorrow, know that you are not alone. We are praying that the God of all comfort will fill your heart with His peace and love.
5. May He who knows your sorrow bring peace, comfort, and healing to your soul.
6. “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die.” John 11:25-26
7. “He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 21:4
8. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4
9. “No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him.” 1 Corinthians 2:9
10. “When you go through deep waters, I will be with you.” Isaiah 43:2
11. “Come to me, all who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” Matthew 11:28
12. “The memory of the righteous is a blessing.” Proverbs 10:7
13. Our heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. May the Lord comfort and bless you and your family during this time.
14. Our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved husband & father.
15. “He makes me to lie down in green pastures ; He leads me beside the still waters.” Psalm 23:2

Chinese Condolences Messages ( 中文哀悼慰问短信 ):

Here are some sample Chinese condolence messages or Chinese condolence quotes. 

1. 含笑四方
2. 芳名不朽
3. 流芳百世
4. 安息主怀
5. 人往西升
6. 位列仙班
7. 福寿全归
8. 今之古人
9. 名流千古
10. 百事芳名
11. 音容宛在

How To Write Your Condolence Messages

Here are some tips on how to write a condolence message.

1. Acknowledge the loss
2. Express your feelings
3. Note the deceased’s special qualities
4. Share memories
5. Offer support

Begin by letting the bereaved know you are aware of the death, making sure to refer to the deceased by name. Express your feelings and offer your condolences. Note the deceased’s special qualities and share memories if you have any. Finally, offer support and let them know you’re there for them.

Ways to Convey Your Condolence Messages To The Bereaved Family:

There are many ways to convey your condolence message to the person or persons who have lost their loved one. Informally, it is always thoughtful to send a comforting text message to the person you know upon receiving news of his/her beloved’s passing. You may then follow up by sending a condolence flowers stand or condolence flower wreath to the funeral wake which is quite a norm in Singapore.

When someone we know loses a loved one, it can be difficult to know what to say or do. Trying to send condolence message on death of someone you know is never easy.  One way to show your support and care is by sending condolence flowers. It’s a thoughtful gesture that can help bring comfort and solace to the bereaved family.

Condolence flowers are usually arranged in solemn and soothing colors. However, you can customize the flower arrangement to suit your preferences. You can choose a specific color or flower that reflects the deceased’s favorite colors or flowers.

Sending condolence flowers with a message is a way of expressing sympathy and support to the bereaved family. Offering condolences to the family by sending flowers is always thoughtful; funeral flower arrangements  is designed for that reason. They convey your support and love, whether you can make it to the funeral or not. Funeral flowers arranged on a stand are usually the most common arrangement to send. Whether the condolence message is to a colleague or a friend or someone close to you, we hope you can find these samples of condolence messages helpful.