How to Write Sympathy Cards With Flowers
The death of a loved one is a time of intense sorrow and varying degrees of emotion. Sending flowers along with a heartfelt sympathy card is an acceptable way to express your sentiment to the grieving party. Knowing exactly what to include in the card may be challenging, especially when writing to someone who has recently experienced a great loss. Abide by proper sympathy card etiquette, yet maintain a sense of sincerity in your words, when composing a sympathy card with flowers.
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Things You'll Need
- Flowers
- Sympathy card
- Blue or black ink pen
- Condolences
- Name of closest relative
Instructions
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Write the card in blue or black ink. Other colors of ink may be considered disrespectful.
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Keep the message brief. Provide a description of genuine concern, however, condense the feeling into one or two lines.
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Address the card to the closest relative of the person who passed, or if you are sending the flowers to a grieving friend, address the card to them.
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Use your first and last name on the card so that the recipient can identify you.
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Express your regards for the person experiencing the death of a loved one. Use the word "loss" to describe their suffering.
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Include a brief memory of the deceased, if you feel inspired to do so. It is acceptable etiquette to write about a pleasant moment you shared with the person who has passed.
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Close the message with a touching salutation, such as "Thinking of you," "Praying for you" or "With deepest sympathy."
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Tips & Warnings
Do not give excuses for why you haven't attended services or visited with the recipient. This will distract from the sentiment of the card.
Avoid the use of cliches, or overly used phrases relating to death.
Do not mention specific details relating to the death, as this may stir up strong emotions for the recipient.
