Funeral sayings - words of compassion in times of grief

Texts for bereavement cards - Bereavement card text suggestions

A mourning card is often the first sign of sympathy that relatives receive after a loss. However, it is not always easy to find the right funeral sayings for cards. A good message for a bereavement card should be honest, sensitive and appropriate to the occasion.

Personal words are especially touching when they come from the heart. These sayings express sympathy without being overwhelming:

• ‘You are no longer where you were, but you are everywhere we are.’
  
• ‘We hold you in our thoughts - forever.’
  

A beautiful saying can give comfort - not through big words, but through an honest feeling:

• ‘What you carry in your heart is never lost.’
  
• ‘Memory is a window through which we can see you whenever we want.’
  
• ‘When words fail, the heart speaks - we are with you in silent sympathy.’
  

Sometimes it only takes a few words to say a lot:

• ‘Rest in peace.’
  
• ‘In silent memory.’
  

Classic phrases are timeless and dignified:

• ‘Our condolences to the family.’
  
• ‘Sincere sympathy and much strength.’
  

Special mourning sayings for loved ones

When it comes to people who were particularly close to us, the words can be more emotional.

• ‘A mother's love is infinite - even after death.’
• ‘You were our home.’

• ‘His advice remains, his laughter lives on in us.’ 
• "You were our rock - strong, silent and always there. Your love will remain forever."

• ‘True friendship never ends - it lives on in our memories.’ 
• ‘You are missing in every corner - and yet you are always there.’

• ‘A sibling's heart stays connected forever.’ 
• ‘You were not only my sister, but also my confidante - a part of me goes with you.’

• ‘Thank you for being there - and for staying forever.’ 
• ‘Our shared memories remain - quiet, strong and full of love.’

• ‘You cooked with heart, laughed, comforted - and leave traces full of warmth in our lives.’ 
• ‘Grandma's love was silent, strong and boundless - a gift that will last forever.’

• ‘Your stories, your laughter, your strength - Grandpa, you will never be forgotten.’ 
• ‘A final greeting to a silent hero - thank you for everything you were.’

• ‘So small and yet so big at heart.’ 
• ‘A star that shone only briefly, but remains forever.’

• ‘You were my today, my tomorrow, my forever.’ 
• ‘Love remains - forever.’

• ‘Love does not end with life - it lives on in every shared memory.’ 
• ‘What remains is love - it outlasts time and death in our hearts.’

• ‘Colleague, mentor, friend - you leave a gap.’ 
• ‘With you, we not only lose a colleague, but also a valued person.’

Expressing condolences in a religious context - faith, hope, consolation

When religious words offer comfort: 

• ‘God will wipe away all tears from their eyes.’ (Revelation 21:4) 
• ‘He who lives by faith does not die - he goes home.’

Secular mourning sayings - neutral words of farewell

Not everyone comforts with religion - secular words can also give strength: 

• "Death is not the end, not transience. Death is only the turning point, the beginning of eternity." 
• ‘Silently you are gone, but not from our hearts.’

Funeral sayings for the ribbon on the wreath

Only a few powerful words often count on ribbons: 

• ‘In silent remembrance’ 
• ‘Last greetings’ 
• ‘Forever in our hearts’

Funeral poems - emotional verses for mourning cards 

Sometimes poetic lines say more than a thousand words:

• ‘When you look at the sky at night, it will seem to you that all the stars are laughing because I live on one of them.’ - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
  
  
• ‘When the sun of life sets,
  the stars of memory shine.’ - Author unknown
  
  
• ‘You are no longer where you were,
  but you are everywhere we are.’ - Victor Hugo
  
  
• "Gentle as a leaf in the wind
  you have silently said goodbye.
  But in every quiet moment
  we feel your presence."

Funeral quotes - Short words full of comfort and remembrance

Quotes from famous personalities often provide deep comfort:

• ‘The only important things in life are the traces of love we leave behind.’ - Albert Schweitzer 
• ‘What you possess deep in your heart, you cannot lose through death.’ - Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

How to write comforting words for a sympathy card

You ask yourself: What do I write in a sympathy card or letter of condolence? Here is a possible structure: 

• Salutation: ‘Dear Müller family,’
• Provide comfort: ‘It is with great sadness that we have learnt of the loss ...’
• Remembrance: ‘We look back fondly on the many conversations with ...’
• Farewell greeting: ‘In silent memory’ or ‘With sincere sympathy’
• Your name

With flowers and words - A silent greeting that comes from the heart

Flowers can provide comfort where words fail. They convey silent greetings and express sympathy in a particularly dignified way. At Fleurop you will find suitable arrangements which, together with loving words, form a powerful gesture of sympathy.

Frequently asked questions about writing a funeral card - with examples

A bereavement card should be personalised, sensitive and respectfully worded. An example of a text reads: 

• "It is with deepest sympathy that I have learnt of the loss of your dear mother. I wish you much strength and comfort during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you." 

Such texts for mourning cards express sympathy without being intrusive. Stick to simple, honest words - this is often the most comforting.

The last sentence in a bereavement card rounds off your sympathy and leaves a dignified impression. Here are some examples of wording: 

• ‘In silent remembrance’ 
• ‘With sincere sympathy’ 
• ‘We wish you strength and love for the time ahead.’ 
• ‘Our thoughts are with you.’ 

A classic written expression of condolences could look like this: 

• ‘I offer you my heartfelt condolences and wish you all the strength in the world.’ 

Or: 

• ‘Please accept my sincere condolences.’ 

It is important that your words are honest and respectful. Avoid empty phrases - and rather choose comforting words that come from the heart.

An empathetic saying could go like this: 

• ‘Love does not end with life - it lives on in every shared memory.’ 

Such loving mourning sayings provide comfort and honour the deceased person.

When writing to relatives of the deceased, compassion and respect are crucial. Here is a suggestion: 

• "We are deeply saddened by the death of your father. Our thoughts are with you and we send you our sincere condolences." 

Personal memories of the deceased can also be included - they give the text more depth.

Here are two examples of condolence letters that are suitable for friends, family or colleagues: 

• "It is with great sadness that we have learnt of your sister's death. We wish you and your family strength and confidence during this difficult time." 
• "It is difficult to find the right words. Please know that our thoughts are with you. Our heartfelt condolences." 

You can customise these funeral card text suggestions.

Here are some short, stylish sympathy quotes: 

• ‘What you carry in your heart, death cannot take away.’ 
• ‘With the death of a loved one, you lose many things - but never the time you spent together.’ 

These are particularly suitable for short mourning sayings or as introductory words in a sympathy card.