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6.2. A LETTER OF SYMPATHY
Do you know a friend or relative who has experienced a death,
personal loss, or other misfortune? Perhaps this person was recently
divorced or has been injured in an accident. These are times when you need
just the right words to say just the right thing. A store-bought sympathy card
is not as personal as a hand-written letter, but you may buy a card and put
your letter inside it (Figure 6.3). Here are some tips to help you write a
tactful sympathy letter that will be much appreciated:
• Describe how much the deceased was respected and admired by
you and others.
• Mention a few of the deceased person's strengths, achievements,
and successes.
• If appropriate, include a short personal story involving your
relationship with the deceased.
• Strike a careful balance between the formal tone of a condolence
letter and its deeply personal nature.
• Keep your condolence letter short – under one page in length.
• If you can do so sincerely, offer to help in some way and include
contact information, such as your cell phone number and your email
address.
Examples:
− "Can I run any errands for you?"
− "Can I help with the children?"
− "Can I write any letters for you?"
• Put yourself in the mourner's place and imagine the kind of
condolence letter you would like to receive.
• Close with an expression of comfort. Let your concluding words
reflect the truth of your feelings. You may want to close your letter simply
with one word such as "Love," or "Sincerely," or you may want to use a
phrase or a complete sentence followed by your name.
Examples:
− "My love and concern are with you always,"
− "You are continually in my thoughts and prayers,"
− "My heart and my tears are with you,"
− "I share in your grief and send my love,"
Notes:
letter of sympathy (condolence) – письмо с выражением
соболезнования
store-bought – купленный (в магазине)
deceased – покойный, умерший
mourner – близкий родственник усопшего
run errand – быть на посылках, выполнять поручения
grief – печаль, скорбь

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