This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
A funeral resolution is a document that formally recognizes the relationship that a deceased person and a church community shared. Typically, it's delivered at a funeral to honor someone who has passed by elaborating on their spiritual qualities and the good works they performed.
We recommend that you be brief and direct, but also personal -- a reference to a particularly fine quality you admired in the deceased is always appreciated. Remember that your note should lift the spirit and should remind the recipient that he or she is in your thoughts, and avoid overly emotional or flowery language.
You might consider something like: Dear (Name), We wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude for the beautiful flowers you sent in memory of (Name of deceased). Your kindness and support during this difficult time mean more to us than words can express.
Your sympathy in our recent loss will long be remembered. Thank you sincerely for all that you have done for us in our time of need. Thank you for the many ways in which you helped us during the loss of our (RELATIVE). We deeply appreciate your kindness.
Your sympathy in our recent loss will long be remembered. Thank you sincerely for all that you have done for us in our time of need. Thank you for the many ways in which you helped us during the loss of our (RELATIVE). We deeply appreciate your kindness.
The Etiquette of Acknowledgements Clergy: Send a personal note of thanks for their spiritual help. Bearers (including honorary): Including a message of thanks in an acknowledgement for their services. Letters or telegrams: Replies may be short and written on an acknowledgement. Sympathy Cards: No reply is necessary.
Sample Thank You Phrases for Funeral Programs “Your support and kindness during this difficult time have been a source of comfort and strength.” “We are deeply grateful for your words of sympathy and support as we navigate this loss.”
Your sympathy in our recent loss will long be remembered. Thank you sincerely for all that you have done for us in our time of need. Thank you for the many ways in which you helped us during the loss of our (RELATIVE). We deeply appreciate your kindness.
From an individual: A personal message may be written on the acknowledgement. From an organization: Send an acknowledgement to the leader and write a message referring to other members. If the members' names are in the card, a signed acknowledgement (without a personal message) is sent to each name.
We recommend that you be brief and direct, but also personal -- a reference to a particularly fine quality you admired in the deceased is always appreciated. Remember that your note should lift the spirit and should remind the recipient that he or she is in your thoughts, and avoid overly emotional or flowery language.