Sending sympathy flowers to a grieving person is a long-standing tradition that offers comfort to the bereaved as well as catharsis for the sender. When it comes to writing a note to be included with the delivery, you want to take the right approach. Here are several helpful tips on how to appropriately convey your support in a thoughtful card.

What Notes are Appropriate With Sympathy Flowers?

1. Notes for Different Family Members

The relationship of the deceased can have a significant impact on the sympathy note you write. If it was a parent, express sincere condolences and touch upon warm remembrances. If the loss involved a child, acknowledge the trauma of the event and offer your thoughts or prayers to the parents. If the person has lost their beloved spouse, emphasize that their memory will live on with all who knew them.

2. Notes for Tragic or Unexpected Deaths

While all death is challenging, sudden deaths are particularly difficult to process. In this case, express your astonishment at the loss, which is a sentiment other friends and family are sure to feel. Don't linger on the cause or manner of death, especially if it involved self-harm. Instead, focus on the deceased person and how special they were to the people who loved them. You can also touch upon how challenging the situation must be and offer your support during their time of need. 

3. Notes for When You Can't Attend the Service

While you'd much rather provide support in person, the text included in your note can also give comfort. Use language that expresses regret for your absence and the wish that you could be present for the service. Touch on how hard it is to be apart during a trying time, but emphasize you are all together in spirit. If possible, schedule a visit at a later date, so you can be there for your loved one physically. 

A beautiful and heartfelt sympathy note asks for an equally beautiful flower arrangement. Acacia Flowers in Phoenix, AZ, has more than two decades of experience in helping people make the perfect flower selection, no matter the occasion. They also offer fast and efficient same-day delivery throughout Scottsdale and Paradise Valley, ensuring your note will arrive right on time. Visit the website to see their selection of sympathy flowers, or call (602) 404-1100 for more information.