GUIDELINES FOR SENDING FUNERAL THANK YOU CARDS / ACKNOWLEDGEMENT CARDS

After the loss of a loved one, people may receive floral arrangements, mass cards, and sympathy cards. Many mourners may have travelled long distances to show their support during the funeral. Others may have made sandwiches brought gifts , made tea, organised parking or assisted after the bereavement in any way . Some may wonder if all these people should be acknowledged with a Thank You Card / Acknowledgement Card. While it is recommended to acknowledge a floral arrangement or mass card with a card, it is not necessary to reply to every Sympathy Card received. Sometimes, the sheer volume of cards makes this task very difficult.

However, recognising all the thoughtful, loving, kind, and supportive people can help the bereaved realise they are not alone. Writing out these greeting cards may bring up thoughts and memories of the loved one they lost, aiding in the grieving process. Reading messages and stories from family, friends, neighbours and acquaintances  can be very comforting and assist with the healing process.

WHO SHOULD YOU SEND ONE TO ?

A Thank You Card / Acknowledgement Card is the family’s way of expressing gratitude to everyone who provided help and support before, during, and after the funeral. They can be sent to a wider circle of friends, acquaintances, or anyone who offered assistance. For example, neighbours, community members, medical professionals, nurses, carers, specific hospital wards, associations, charities you wish to acknowledge, the celebrant, musicians, and those who participated in the Mass, service, or celebration of life, as well as the funeral directors.Any mourners who may have travelled long distances to show their support during the funeral. Others may have made sandwiches brought gifts , made tea, organised parking or assisted after the bereavement in any way

When composing Thank You Cards / Acknowledgement Cards, you may want to include a personal thought or two about your deceased loved one that is appropriate for the recipient. Alternatively, you can keep your note simple by saying, “Thank you for your expression of kindness.” The message you include should depend on your relationship with the recipient. For co-workers or clients, a brief message might suffice, while for family and close friends, a more meaningful message would be appropriate.

WHAT SHOULD IT SAY

• We would like to thank you for sharing your memories, support, and love.
• On behalf of everyone here, we extend our heartfelt appreciation for the beautiful memories, unwavering support, and boundless love you have shared with us…
• We are deeply grateful for the numerous acts of kindness that you have bestowed upon us. Your generosity will forever hold a special place in our hearts.
• We hereby acknowledge and sincerely appreciate your kind and considerate expression of sympathy, tenderly received and acknowledged by.
• In this time of profound sorrow, we would like to convey our deepest gratitude for your friendship, benevolence, and prayers. The value of friends and family becomes even more evident during moments of loss. Your thoughtfulness has brought us great solace.
• Your sympathetic words and gestures are truly cherished, and we cannot adequately express our gratitude. It is the support of our loved ones that has carried us through these challenging times. Thank you for your unwavering support and empathy

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