what is the kindest thing someone has said to you after a loved one passed away?

When my father, brother and mother all died within 8 months of each other, what meant the most to me was when people said to me "I'm so sorry to hear that your -------- has died". No need for flowery words or fake sentiment. We who are grieving can sense it when someone is awkwardly trying to say the right thing, and when they say the wrong thing, it hurts us more. The best thing you can say to someone is to simply tell them you are sorry to hear about whomever it was who died. Saying "I'm sorry to hear of your loss" is a bit cold, as it refers to the person who died as "a loss". A loss could be a thing that was lost or taken. Coming right out and saying "I'm sorry to hear that so-and-so died" is showing genuine empathy and is usually appreciated by most people.

I know that your father-in-law was not a blood relative, but I would truly like to tell you that I am sorry to hear that he has died. I wish your family all the best during this time.

Hi i am sorry about your father in law some of the notes i recieved were from church memebers that said we are sorry for your loss and we are here for u and your family and if u need anything please dont hesitate to call and then they preceeded to tell me what a wonderful person my dad was and some lite hearted stories or antidote to make me smile. write from the heart and it will come to u ...

Share with them the happiest memory you have of that person. Put on your creative writing hat and make the recipient of your thoughts feel like they were right there with your father in law when the event happened. I know, a lot of work! That meant the most to me when my mom died.

The kindest thing people say to me is that I remind them of my Father.

Just keep it simple and say, " I'm thinking about you." For me it was just knowing that I was not all alone that helped. I never appriciated people giving advice.

Nothing. Just arms for a hug.

Nothing. My best friend was there so we held each other and cried. He still gets upset if I mention my Mom.

you can't say much, it won't change how they're upset just keep it simple and let them know you care and are there for them.

"You know she is in Heaven." This was in regards to my mother, who recently lost her battle with cancer.

You're going to inherit one hell of a lot of money!