Sympathy Card Message Library
Finding the right words during a time of loss can be difficult. Below is a carefully curated library of sympathy and condolence messages, all written in a warm, gentle and respectful tone suitable for funeral flowers, condolence arrangements and shiva deliveries.
You may use these as written or adapt them to reflect your voice. If you would like help choosing a message, we are always here to assist.
1. Faith-Neutral & General Sympathy Messages
- Thinking of you and wishing you comfort during this difficult time.
- With deepest sympathy and warmest thoughts.
- Holding you in our hearts today and always.
- Wishing you peace as you remember someone so dearly loved.
- Sending you strength, comfort and love.
- With heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
- May their memory bring you comfort in the days ahead.
- Our thoughts are with you as you navigate this loss.
- Thinking of you and sending gentle support.
- With caring thoughts during this difficult moment.
2. For Close Family Members (Parent, Sibling, Grandparent)
- With love and deepest sympathy as you remember such a special life.
- May the memory of your [mother/father] bring comfort and peace.
- Holding your family in our hearts as you grieve this profound loss.
- Your [mother/father] will always be remembered with love.
- Sending you love as you honour and celebrate their beautiful life.
- Wishing you comfort as you remember someone who meant so much.
- With all our love as you say goodbye to your [mother/father].
- May their love continue to surround you now and always.
3. For the Loss of a Partner or Spouse
- With heartfelt sympathy as you remember your beloved partner.
- Wishing you strength and gentle comfort in this difficult time.
- May the love you shared continue to guide and support you.
- Holding you in our hearts as you grieve this deep loss.
- With love and warm remembrance of someone so cherished.
- May their memory be a source of comfort and peace.
- We honour the beautiful life you shared together.
4. For the Loss of a Child or Young Person (Very Gentle)
- With deepest sympathy and all our love.
- No words can express our sorrow—holding you close in our hearts.
- Wishing you strength, comfort and gentle peace.
- Thinking of you and surrounding you with love.
- May you feel supported in every possible way.
- With heartfelt sympathy for your unimaginable loss.
- We are holding your family with deep love and care.
5. For Friends
- With heartfelt sympathy as you remember your dear friend.
- Thinking of you and holding you in my heart.
- Wishing you comfort as you honour someone so special.
- Sending all my love and support.
- May the memories you shared bring warmth in the days ahead.
- With deepest sympathy on the loss of your friend.
6. For Colleagues & Professional Contacts
- With deepest sympathy from all of us.
- Thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
- With sincere condolences from your colleagues.
- Our thoughts are with you and your loved ones.
- Sending sympathy and support from the entire team.
- With warmest condolences on behalf of your colleagues.
- Wishing you comfort as you take time to heal.
7. From a Group, Office or Organisation
- With deepest sympathy from all of us at [Company Name].
- Thinking of you and sending heartfelt condolences from the team.
- With sincere sympathy from your friends and colleagues.
- Our warmest thoughts are with you and your family.
- Sending comfort and support from everyone at [Group/Team Name].
- With caring thoughts from all of us.
8. Jewish-Appropriate Messages (for shiva or condolence delivery)
(These avoid direct references to flowers, heaven or religious imagery.)
- May [his/her/their] memory be a blessing.
- Wishing you comfort and peace during this difficult time.
- Holding you in our hearts as you mourn this loss.
- With heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
- Thinking of you and sending gentle support.
- With deepest sympathy as you remember someone so dearly loved.
- May the memories you shared bring comfort in the days ahead.
- Sending you strength and love during shiva.
9. Gentle Messages with Spirituality (Non-denominational)
- Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
- May you feel surrounded by love and gentle healing.
- Holding you in the light during this time of loss.
- May their memory bring you moments of peace.
- With heartfelt sympathy and warm thoughts.
- Sending comfort to your heart and spirit.
10. Very Short Messages (Ideal for Small Cards)
- With deepest sympathy.
- Thinking of you.
- With heartfelt condolences.
- In loving memory.
- With caring thoughts.
- Sending you comfort.
- With sympathy and love.
11. For the Loss of a Pet (Gentle & Empathetic)
- Thinking of you as you remember your beloved companion.
- With sympathy for the loss of such a cherished friend.
- Sending comfort as you say goodbye to your sweet pet.
- They brought so much joy—holding you in my heart.
- With caring thoughts as you grieve your beloved [dog/cat].
- May the memories you shared bring you gentle comfort.
12. Personalised Lines (Fill-in-the-Blank)
- In loving memory of ________.
- Honouring the life of ________.
- Thinking of you as you remember ________.
- With heartfelt sympathy for the loss of ________.
- Celebrating the beautiful life of ________.
Need Help Choosing the Right Words?
If you’re unsure which message fits best, we are here to help. Share the tone you want—warm, simple, spiritual, or formal—and our florists can suggest the perfect wording.