How to Write a Funeral Thank You Note
Funerals are seldom easy. The emotions and grief that one goes through can push almost all thoughts of etiquette aside. Yet eventually there comes a time when you will want to thank those who sent flowers or gifts or who made a special effort to help out during your time of sorrow. Knowing just what to say is not always easy, but with a little planning and thought you can let those you care about know just how much you appreciated their support and kindness. Generally speaking you should send a funeral thank you note within 30 to 60 days of a funeral.
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Instructions
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Ask someone to keep a list of guests and those who sent flowers and gifts. If this is not possible, keep all cards and notes that were sent or given to you during or just following the service.
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Purchase funeral Thank You cards locally or online. You can purchase cards with a pre-written message or you can purchase blank cards. Make sure the cards come with envelopes.
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Write just one or two sentences or even just a few words, thanking each individual who sent a gift or flowers or made a donation in the deceased's name or who helped out during the funeral in some way.
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Respond to a special guest with something along the lines of: "Thank you so much for sharing my grief and being there for me at a time when I needed it the most." You can include a "God bless you" if you are so inclined.
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Send a note to someone who donated flowers with a message like this: "Your selection of flowers was just perfect. I am sure that (deceased's name) would have loved them and I will be forever grateful for your kindness. Thank you so much."
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Send a note to someone who made a charitable donation in the deceased's name: "Your donation to (name of charity) was just what (deceased's name) would have wished for. Your thoughtfulness and your kindness can never be repaid in this lifetime."
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Find more specific suggestions for wording funeral Thank You notes in the article that appears in the Reference section below.
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Tips & Warnings
Wait until you feel emotionally ready before sitting down to write Thank You notes; most people understand a two- or even a three-month delay. It is acceptable to ask for help from a family member when it comes time to send Thank You notes .
