Sympathy Cards - How to Write

In case of the sad demise of a close friend, the best way to convey the words of condolence is, through sympathy cards. But writing a good sympathy card can be often a difficult task for most of us. Moreover, modern means of communication, such as the Internet and cell phones, have prevented us from using the pen and paper, to write cards and messages. Every person that we meet in life, plays a very unique role in our lives and quite often also affects us. We can express and share emotions and sorrow of losing a dear person by writing a sympathy card. Sympathy card etiquette is also a very important aspect of a condolence message. The following are some tips that would help you to write a sympathy card with good etiquette.

Points to Remember While Writing Sympathy Cards

Stationery and Ink
While writing a sympathy card make it a point to use simple stationery. A simple white card with a small picture would also do. The envelope that you use should be simple and preferably white. Write out your message in the simplest possible ink, that is black or blue. The use of an ink pen is preferred, as it adds to the simplicity of the sympathy card.

Avoid Printing
It is also advisable to avoid printing your message, as personal touch is lost if printed. Sitting down on a table and then, penning down your thoughts, is the best way to write sympathy cards.

Pouring out Emotions
After you sit down to write the sympathy card, just remember the person and pour out your thoughts about him/her. You may as well share an incidence or two. Describe the kind of friendship you had with the person. You can also add some sympathy card verses, in order to make the message more emotional.

Short but Conveying
The sympathy card has to be basically short and must also convey the sorrow and emotions. Sympathy card wording must thus, be very good and also convey your thoughts and feelings. You may also include some words of sympathy, while writing the card. You need to use appropriate wordings for the purpose.

A Photograph
A photograph always brings back fond memories about the person. You may also enclose a photograph of the person and you, capturing a cherished moment or fond memories. A photograph is bound to convey the sympathy card message.

Here's a sample sympathy card that would help to illustrate the format better.

Dear Sally, I am very sorry to hear about the demise of your husband Jim. Please accept my deepest sympathies. Though, Jim and I were not of the same age, we shared a very close friendship with each other. Jim was my guiding angel during school days and would always be there for me, whenever I ran into any difficulty. I shall always have fond memories of Jim. I remember seeking his help, whenever I got into any difficult situations. In my college days, he was the one who encouraged and pushed me to become a better student. One of the many qualities of Jim was that he would rarely run out of patience. Of all the people who have influenced and guided me, the first name is that of Jim. His demise has left me lost for words and I cannot say more. A photograph taken of Jim, along with me and other childhood friends is attached. We shall always be there for you to share any kind of problems. Remember all of us are just a phone call away. Yours Truly

Ending the letter with the help of an assurance, like 'we are just a phone call away', gives a personal touch and has a reassuring effect. However, a template or a sample cannot show you what to write in sympathy card, because you need to pen down what you feel.