" "We would like to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. The following are templates that can serve as a starting point."We're sorry to hear about the loss of your ___. " "The office is sending our deepest condolences to you and your family. Please know that I'm here for you if you need anything. Announce the employee's death. To the family of someone at work who has died. A Short List of Appropriate Phrases: Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please accept my condolences on the loss of your partner. Use words of sympathy that remind the bereaved that they are not alone in their feelings of sadness and loss.