What is the most comforting thing to say at a funeral?
“I'm so sorry about your loss. [The deceased] was a good person and they'll be very missed.” “Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.” “[The deceased] was a wonderful person and I'll miss them very much.”
What are some encouraging words to say at a funeral?
“We all need help during difficult times, I am here for you.” This simple condolence will let your loved one know that it is okay to rely on the help of others during this difficult time. “You and your family are in my thoughts.” Grief can make you feel utterly alone.
What is appropriate to say to someone before they attend a funeral?
If you are struggling to find a way to put your thoughts into words, and you want to send a message but are unable to think of what to say to someone before a funeral, consider something simple; “I will be thinking of you today.” “Sending love and prayers to you and your family.” “I hope things run smoothly today.”
Bishop Bishop Joseph W Wallker III - Words of Comfort
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What is the best condolence message?
You have my deepest sympathy and unwavering support. Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time. Wishing you the best and know you have my full support in every moment.
“There are special people in our lives who never leave us, even after they are gone.” “We do not remember days, we remember moments.” “Don't cry because it's over, smile because it happened.” “The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched, they must be felt with the heart.”
If you can't think of something to say, just offer eye contact, a squeeze of the hand, or a reassuring hug. Offer your support. Ask what you can do for the grieving person. Offer to help with a specific task, such as helping with funeral arrangements, or just be there to hang out with or as a shoulder to cry on.
I hope you live a life you're proud of, and if you find you're not, I hope you have the strength to start over again." "Be sure you put your feet in the right place, then stand firm." "Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies." "With the new day comes new strength and new thoughts."
The speech is ideally given by someone who knew the person well enough to gather and share memories and highlights of his/her life. Sometimes the choice is obvious within the family. There is often one person who seems to be the unofficial family spokesperson.
