Funeral Guide 2020

A SENSITIVE letter following a bereavement can bring great solace. The most difficult letters to write are those when the death involves a younger person or a sudden death such as a car accident or suicide. Younger people tend to add their thoughts about the deceased onto social networking sites, but a condolence letter or card is something which can be re-read many times and treasured. Start off to say how sorry you are to hear of the death of the person and mention then by name. Say that you are thinking of them and the family at this difficult time. Depending on how well you knew them, it is good to note any special qualities that the person may have had. It is nice to include a good or happy memory you have of that person that the person you are writing to can add to their own treasured memories and have a smile about. Offer help if practical - to drop a meal around, do some shopping or help with arrangements for the funeral - but not the ‘ring me if I can help’ type of offer. Beware of adding poems or inspirational quotes to your letter. Only send something if you know the person well and you feel the words will offer genuine comfort. LETTER OF CONDOLENCE

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