Condolence letters can be best defined as those letters which are written for the purpose of showing sympathy or in other words showing condolence. These letters always serves as a tremendous source of comfort to someone who is grieving the loss of a loved one.
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You should be very careful while writing condolence letters, and what matters is find out the combination of perfect words that will give condolence to the person you are sending the letter.
Some of the most essential elements of condolence letters are:
- Firstly, you should concentrate on acknowledging the loss or damage and should directly refer to the deceased by name.
- Secondly, try to express sympathy from the bottom of your heart.
- Thirdly, if there are any special qualities of the deceased then express them.
- Fourthly, try to show your help by giving a specific offer.
- Fifthly, end you letter with words like a hope, a wish, or expression of sympathy.
1. Sample condolence letter to a friend on the death of his mother.
My dear ……… (Your friend’s name)
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I am very grieved to hear from Rahul, about the death of your dear mother. I can well imagine how greatly you must be missing her every hour. You have one consolation, however, that of having been the best son to her, and of having tendered her, the most devoted care during her prolonged illness. At this hour, little can be said to comfort you. Time alone will erase your sorrow caused by the loss of so kind a mother. I personally feel that I have lost a dear friend in her, and indeed all who knew her will not fail to regret for her absence, as she was so gentle, kind and unselfish towards everyone.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences on this tragic happening. I shall come to meet you at the earliest.
Your affectionate friend
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Your Name
2. Condolence letter to a friend, who has recently lost his father.
My dear ……. (Your friend’s name)
It is really very sad news that you have lost your dear father. I knew your father had been suffering from some illness, but to my knowledge, the illness was not so serious as to prove fatal.
I know you must be feeling dejected because you always thought so highly of your father and loved him very much. I also feel it as a personal loss to myself. He was very kind and friendly to me as well. He always advised and cared for me as his real son. He was indeed a noble and kind hearted fellow.
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Words, I know, can’t make up for the immense loss. May Allah give you strength to bear this loss!
Yours sincerely
Your Name
3. Condolence letter to someone on the death of a Pet.
Dear …… (Your friend’s name)
I am sorry to learn about the death of your pet, Tommy. You will surely miss him a lot. I will also miss him as he always used to jump up to greet me, whenever I visited you.
Don’t bother your mind about it. Tommy would not come back again. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the death of Tommy.
With regards,
Yours sincerely
Your Name
4. Condolence letter on the loss of a Job.
Dear …..
I was upset to hear that you lost your prospective job at PIT on flimsy grounds. You were otherwise, quite excited about the prospect of working there. I am sure that this disturbing phase, will turn out to be a blessing in disguise and you will overcome this difficult time with flying colours.
Wish you good luck in finding a better job.
Remember, I being your bosom friend, you can ask me for any assistance without any hesitation. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Be positive and take care of yourself.
Yours sincerely
Name
5. Condolence letter on divorce.
Dear ….. (Person Name)
I was displeased to learn about your divorce. Though, I understand that you were already expecting this eventuality, so you would have been ready to face it.
However, this might be a disturbing and difficult situation for you, so you have all my moral support at this juncture. If you ever need any kind of help from me, please be frank enough to call me at once.
With best wishes,
Yours sincerely
Your Name