Wednesday 3 September 2014

How To Show Sympathy By Writing Thank You Notes After a Funeral

Funeral Thank You cards

Writing thank you notes can be difficult for every people, since it is something that is not generally done every day. Mainly thank you notes are written to acknowledge a gift given for a happy occasions like weddings, birthday parties and baby shower, though when it comes to showing gratitude for sympathy sentiments, the proper words may be difficult to find.

You may believe, “This is a very difficult time, is it really essential?” Although it may be a difficult thing to do, it is proper - and possible remedial for some. If you are not sure who to send cards or what you should say, consider the following information to writing thank you notes for funerals.

It is not necessary to send a thank you to every person that attended the funeral services and it is generally not anticipated. You should acknowledge those who expressed their compassion above and beyond visit, such as sending flowers, making a donation to charity in the deceased’s name, delivering food to the home, sending group cards or handwritten sympathy.

Additionally to thanking people that expressed their sympathy, thank you notes should be sent to those who took part in the memorial service, such as anyone who spoke at the service, priest, pallbearers, and drivers.

Also sending a note to the funeral home, particularly if they were more helpful to you, is always acceptable. Due to their knowledge, they often give guidance and help in areas that family are unable to do.

Thank you notes should be handwritten and mailed within a few days of the funeral. If you are not able to send thank you cards that soon, think about to get the help of other relatives or member and friend will help to reduce the burden.

Plain cards or good quality stationery with matching covers are suitable for writing the notes. A few funeral homes provide cards as one of their services. If you are utilising pre-printed funeral cards, you should write an extra one or two sentence for personalization.

If you are not sure what to say, begin by acknowledging the particular sentiment, whether it was a flower arrangement, special style of flower or bouquet. If you are planning for food, even if you don’t want to personally eat it, also thank them just for giving it. For money, which can be a slight unusual and awkward, show your appreciation for their kindness during this difficult time. Something as easy as, “Thank you for your expression of sympathy at this difficult time,” that will be sufficient for a few notes.

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