Dost & family messagesAdaptable correspondence

Condolence message

Turn a blank page into a clear message.

Offer sincere sympathy without asking the person to perform a response.

RoutinePeopleStarter draft

Who it goes to: Bereaved friend or family member

Where it applies: Adaptable correspondence · choose words for your situation

Build this
01 · What is this?

Offer sincere sympathy without asking the person to perform a response.

02 · When is it useful?

Use when this task matches your situation and place.

03 · Start here

Use a memory only if it is true.

Gather your pieces

  1. Use a memory only if it is true.
  2. Offer support you can actually provide.

Your starting text

Replace each [bracketed label] with your own verified details. Open the editor to make it yours, then read it through before sending.

Dear [Recipient],

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of [Person who died]. I am thinking of you and everyone who loved them. [Relevant facts or message].

There are no words that can make this easier, but I wanted you to know that I care. [Your request or next step]. If practical help would be useful, I can [Specific help available]; you can tell me whenever you feel ready, or I can check in gently another day.

Please do not feel you need to reply to this message. I am sending you love and holding you in my thoughts.

[Your name]
[Date]

Your next moves

  1. Respect their pace and preferences.

Real-world check

Original starter draft. Replace the placeholders and make the wording your own before sending.

Sources & official links

Original starter written by this library. Check any rules that apply before using it.