31 Kind And Caring Sympathy Card Messages For A Friend After A Loss
A sympathy card is a card that no one wants to write. Sending a sympathy card signifies that someone you love is going through a tragically sad and difficult time. But however sad, sympathy cards are some of the most important to send, to ensure no one faces the hard reality of grief and loss alone.
While death may be an inevitable part of life, and grief is something we will all experience at some point in our lives, it doesn’t make it any easier to know what to say when someone you love is grieving.
What is the right thing to say? Is there a wrong thing to say? How can I make things better?
The simple answer is, there is nothing you can say to make it any better. But, you can be there. You can show love, support, and care. You can be there for them no matter what.
Having run my small greeting card business, Jess A Little Creative, for nearly 6 years now, I know that lots of people still find it very hard to know what to write in a card, especially a sympathy card, for fear of getting it wrong or making things worse.
So I have written 31 kind and caring sympathy card messages, specifically for friends who have recently experienced a loss, and are grieving. These messages can be copied word-for-word and written inside a sympathy card, or you can use them as inspiration, to help you find your own words during this sad time.
However you use these sympathy card messages, I hope they help your loved ones feel supported, seen and loved during a truly difficult time.
If you still need to buy a sympathy card, do take a look at my range of gentle, and thoughtful sympathy card designs here.
There Are No Words Sympathy Card
What do I write in a sympathy card?
1. They were so special. Thinking of you, and sending you love, at this unimaginably sad time.
2. There are no words to make this better. But know that we are here, day or night, if you need anything at all. Sending you so much love.
3. I’m here for you, as you process this loss. Whether you need to cry, scream, or sit in silence, you don’t have to do it alone.
4. Thinking of you, and sending you love and peace as you face this sad time of loss.
5. Keep those precious, happy memories close, during this incredibly sad time. We are thinking of you.
6. So sorry for your loss. Sending you peace and love during this sad time.
7. I’m here if you need to talk. You are not alone in this grief. I am here for whatever you need.
8. We were so sorry to hear about the loss of [NAME]. If there is anything we can do to support you, please let us know.
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9. Please take care of yourself, during this unimaginably hard time. We are here for anything you need.
10. You are surrounded by friends and family who love you, you do not have to go through this alone. We are all holding you, and sending so much love during this difficult time.
11. I can’t imagine how you’re feeling right now, and can’t begin to understand what you’re going through. But I’m here, always on the end of the phone, at any time. You are not alone.
12. Sending you strength and comfort at this sad time.
13. [NAME] will be so sorely missed. They were a special treasure. We are here for you as you navigate this difficult chapter.
14. They were the most incredible person, and life will not be the same without them around. I am so sorry for your loss.
15. You are surrounded by love during this difficult time, and we are here if you need anything at all.
16. Here for you as you process this loss - I will bring over some food for the freezer in a couple of days so you have one less thing to think about. (This could be adapted from food, to doing the laundry, or walking the dog - whatever is relevant for your friend)
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17. There are no words to ease this pain. I am here to support you in whatever way you need. I am so sorry for your loss.
18. Be kind and gentle with yourself over the coming weeks and months, and know that I’m here to support you every step of the way.
19. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time.
20. We’ll miss [NAME] so very much. If there is anything you need, we are here anytime. Sending you love.
21. I am sending you such a big hug at this difficult time.
22. There’s nothing I can say to make this easier, but I’m here with you, to support you every step of the way.
23. Healing will take time, there’s no rush to do anything right now. We are all here to support you with whatever you need.
24. I’m so sorry for your loss. If you want to talk about [NAME], or just sit in silence, I’m here, anytime.
Blue Floral With Sympathy Card
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25. I’m so sad to hear the news about [NAME]. They were a beautiful soul. I’m here for you during this really difficult time.
26. I’m just a phone call away, you don’t have to carry this alone. Sending you so much love during this tough time.
27. I can’t begin to imagine the sadness you’re feeling. I’m sending you all my love, during this overwhelming time.
28. The grief of losing someone you love is so hard. I’m here for you, day or night, you do not have to go through this alone.
29. My heart goes out to you at this sad time. Know that I love you, and am here to support you.
30. I just want to remind you how much I care about you and love you. I will be here in the days and weeks to come, whenever you need me.
31. This is so tough, I’m so sorry. I have no words, but I’m here for you if you need me.
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I really hope these sympathy card messages have helped you. Grief and loss are such difficult issues to navigate, but simply by being present, and letting your friend know you love them, are thinking of them, and are there to support them in any way they need, you are doing exactly what is needed at this time. That kind of love and consideration will help more than you know during this awful time.
I am sending my love to you and all those affected by this loss.
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Thanks so much for reading,
Love, Jess x
