{"id":51954,"date":"2019-08-28T12:55:06","date_gmt":"2019-08-28T20:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/?p=51954"},"modified":"2025-10-09T16:26:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T23:26:28","slug":"funeral-messages","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/funeral-messages\/","title":{"rendered":"Funeral Messages: What To Write On A Funeral Card"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When someone passes away, it can often feel impossible to find the right words to express your grief or condolences. And it\u2019s easy to feel frustrated if you\u2019re unable to find the words for a bouquet of flowers or a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/sympathy-cards\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sympathy card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for a friend or family member. And if that person lost a close loved one, you may be trying to help them understand how much you love and support them. We want to help you appropriately express yourself. That\u2019s why we made the following guide on what to write on a funeral card. Choose a section below to find the right funeral card messages.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jump to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#What To Write On A Funeral Card\">What To Write On A Funeral Card<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#Funeral Card Messages\">Funeral Card Messages<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#What To Write On Funeral Flowers\">What To Write On Funeral Flowers<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"#Other Funeral Messages\">Other Funeral Messages<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"What To Write On A Funeral Card\"><\/a>What To Write On A Funeral Card<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re trying to find the right wording for a sympathy card, we\u2019re here to help. We\u2019ve broken down the process to write an appropriate and thoughtful letter. Follow the steps below or visit our resource on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/what-to-write-sympathy-cards\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to write in a sympathy card<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for additional instructions.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Start with a Greeting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Make sure to find an appropriate greeting to start your card. You can keep things simple with \u201cDear [name],\u201d or start with their name. You may want to use the plural of their last name if the letter is intended for the whole family.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Convey Your Condolences<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Extend your sympathies and let them know that you support them.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Share a Fond Memory. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Will you miss the deceased\u2019s smile or their contagious laughter? These fond memories make lovely additions to the letter.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Let Them Know They\u2019ll Be Missed.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> It\u2019s common to end the note by letting the recipient know how much you\u2019ll miss the deceased.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Include a Sign-off.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Once you\u2019ve finished the letter, make sure to choose an appropriate sign off before your signature. Sign-offs may include \u201cSincerely,\u201d \u201cTruly,\u201d \u201cWarmly,\u201d \u201cYours,\u201d and \u201cWith Love,\u201d followed by your name.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"Funeral Card Messages\"><\/a>Funeral Card Messages<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether your condolences are for a close friend or family member, it\u2019s crucial to find the right wording for your card. To help, we\u2019ve found a selection of funeral messages that fit any situation. Look at the sections below to get started, or visit our additional resource on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/condolence-messages-for-sympathy-card\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">condolence messages for sympathy cards<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral Messages For Family<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cRemembering [Name]\u2019s wonderful and gentle soul will forever remain in our hearts. May he\/she rest in peace and live on within the memories of her\/his loved ones.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI can\u2019t believe [Name] is gone. I can\u2019t imagine life without his\/her smile and laughter. Praying that he\/she is finally at peace.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhat an incredible soul [Name] was. He\/she leaves behind so many special memories and a legacy of love.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWords seem to small to express the sadness we feel about [Name]\u2019s death. He\/She will be so missed. Just know that your family is here to support you in any way you need.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWishing you love to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead, and happy memories to forever hold in your hearts. And whatever you need, I\u2019m here.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAfter the tears have dried and the goodbyes are said, all we have is happy memories that we\u2019ve shared with our loved ones. Praying that they comfort you in this difficult time.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI cannot believe [Name] is no longer with us. I pray that they have found their home with God and watch over us all in these difficult times.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">General Funeral Condolences Messages<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMy condolences to you and your family. May our friendship and prayers help you through this difficult time.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI was heartbroken to learn of [Name]\u2019s passing. Praying for you and your family that you may find a way to heal.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cYou and your family are in my heart on my mind. My condolences on the passing of [Name].\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI am honored and blessed to have known your [relation]. He\/She was truly a blessing in my life, and I will miss him\/her. My condolences.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI offer you my thoughts, prayers, and well-wishes during this dark time in your life.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMay the love which comes from the memories of the dearly departed comfort you now and in the days ahead.\u201d\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cAs you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of [Name]. Please let us know if you need anything at all.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWords fall short of expressing my sorrow. My condolences, and know I\u2019m always there in your time of need. May his\/her soul rest in peace.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"What To Write On Funeral Flowers\"><\/a>What To Write On Funeral Flowers<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cards on bouquets of flowers are typically smaller in size. This means that your messaging shouldn\u2019t be too long. To help, we\u2019ve provided some common sympathy funeral messages below to help you write a short and sweet note. And for additional help, visit our guide on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/what-to-send-when-someone-dies\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">what to send when someone dies<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral Flower Messages<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c[Name] was always such a bright star in all of our lives. May they finally rest in peace.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c[Name] lives on in all of our memories, and they\u2019ll always be a part of our hearts.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cGone but never forgotten. [Name] will live on within our hearts.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201c[Name] will truly be missed. Praying for you and your family in these difficult times.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI wish nothing but love and healing to your family in the wake of [Name]\u2019s passing.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThere\u2019s a hole in my heart after this tragedy, and I already miss [Name] more than I can tell you.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cThough words can\u2019t take your loss away, we hope these flowers sent in sympathy help comfort you today.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMay these flowers act as a gesture of our love and support through this tragedy.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWhen a person becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cI\u2019m so sorry for your loss. Sending you all my love and support.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMay [Name] rest in peace. We are sharing in your sorrow.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIn loving memory of a [descriptor] who was always smiling.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a name=\"Other Funeral Messages\"><\/a>Other Funeral Messages<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for additional funeral messages outside of sympathy cards? If so, we\u2019ve made a list of messaging you might also find helpful. From out of office emails to attend a funeral, funeral ribbon messages for displayed wreaths, or even just simple phrases for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/memorial--sympathy-cards\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">memorial cards<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 look to the examples below.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out Of Office Message For Funeral<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><b>Example 1:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Greeting]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I will be away from (Date) until (Date). For urgent matters, you can contact (Name).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best Regards,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Example 2:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Greeting]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I will be out of the office starting (Date) through (Date) and returning (Date).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need immediate assistance, please contact (Name) at (Email Address). Otherwise, I will respond to your emails as soon as possible upon my return.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thank You,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Example 3:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Greeting]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">I will be out of the office from (Date) until (Date).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need immediate assistance, please contact (Name).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kind Regards,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">[Name]<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/cards-stationery\/sympathy-cards\/\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-5086\" src=\"https:\/\/shutterflywpe.wpengine.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/tri-fold-photo-sympathy-card.jpg\" alt=\"tri fold photo sympathy card\" width=\"500\" height=\"305\" srcset=\"https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/tri-fold-photo-sympathy-card.jpg 500w, https:\/\/ideas.shutterfly.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/08\/tri-fold-photo-sympathy-card-300x183.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral Ribbon Messages<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cForever in our Hearts.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cLoved Always.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cCherished and Loved.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cIn Loving Memory.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cWith Love and Memories.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cGone But Never Forgotten.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cMay You Rest in Peace.\u201d<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Resources Related to Funeral Messages<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you liked this guide on funeral messages, but you\u2019re looking for additional guidance, we\u2019re here to help. Make sure to visit our related resources below:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/sympathy-quotes-and-sayings\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sympathy Quotes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/funeral-thank-you-card-wording\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Funeral Thank You Card Messages<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterfly.com\/ideas\/miss-you-dad\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Miss You Dad Quotes<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When someone passes away, it can often feel impossible to find the right words to express your grief or condolences. And it\u2019s easy to feel frustrated if you\u2019re unable to find the words for a bouquet of flowers or a sympathy card for a friend or family member. 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