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Sample Sympathy Letters

Writing sympathy letters can be a rewarding way to express your heart and comfort a grieving friend.

If the thought of writing a condolence seems overwhelming, these sample letters of sympathy can give you great ideas and inspiration.

Sample Letters of Sympathy

Sympathy Thank You Letters

How to Get the Most from a Sample Letter of Sympathy

As you are reading, keep a pen and piece of paper handy. Jot down any phrases or ideas that fit your style or situation.

Reading a letter may give you sparks of great ideas. Your message may end up being nothing like the sample. Sometimes it helps just to see an example to show you how simple it can be. If you get stuck along the way, look at sample words of condolence for examples of phrases you can use.

These should give you an idea of: the basic format of a condolence, the feel and style of a personal sympathy note, ideas for sentiments, sympathy phrases and closings.

A Generic Sympathy Letter

Here a sample condolence letter to give you a basic idea.

Dear ________

I am sorry to hear of your loss. We will miss _______ so much.
He/she was greatly loved and admired by all who knew him/her.
I always loved the way he/she ____________ You have always been a wonderful friend to him/her.
I would like to help you in whatever way I can through this difficult time.
Please let me ____________ for you. When you are ready you can reach me at __________

You are in my thoughts, __________

For sample phrases go to Words of Condolence

Need a great closing go to Sympathy Sentiments

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