Sample Condolence Messages To A Colleague
Condolence may not be able to eliminate the grief of losing someone dear, but it can help soothe the pain and bring a ray of hope to the bereaved. Whether you lost a colleague or your colleague lost a loved one, it can be a truly awful time.
Below, you will find a collection of sincere condolence messages that you can use to show concern and sympathize with a colleague that lost a loved one or the family of a deceased colleague.
Heartfelt Sympathy Messages To A Colleague/Colleague’s Family
Everyone feels your absence from work and wants to support you. I hope you know that I am here to help with work, and also if you just want to talk. I won’t pretend to understand exactly how you feel, but I promise to listen and try to help. I am truly sorry for your loss.
I am saddened by your loss. My hope for you is that you find some joy and comfort in remembering [name of deceased] and the life [he/she] lived. Please accept my deepest condolences for your loss.
Everyone at work is heartbroken over what you’re facing right now. Your [spouse] was a special person, and I cannot imagine what you are going through. I am so sorry for your loss.
It is so sad that your [husband/wife/partner] has been taken from you, but I know you will never stop loving [name of deceased]. Through your love and memories, [he/she] will live forever. I am so very sorry for your loss.
Your husband was truly an incredible soul, full of strength, love, and much more. Our deepest condolences to you for your loss. We’ll always be here for you in times of need.
My door is always open for you and if I can help you in your any kind of need, please just call me for anything at all.My deepest condolences to you.
The loss of (name) is felt by many. May the memories of their wonderful personality and many contributions be celebrated by all.
No words can take away the pain of such a loss but I hope the knowledge that there are people who care and love you may ease it. Deepest condolences. Your team is always here to support you.
I never had the privilege of meeting your [mother]. But I know she must have been an incredible woman because you have inherited her strength and kindness. Her presence made the world a better place and will continue to do so through you. I am thinking of you during this challenging time.
I was saddened to hear of the loss of [name of deceased]. The bond of love you shared was strong. I hope that your love will carry you through this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
My heart sank when I heard of the passing of ______. I hope you will take all of the time you need to mourn. Let me know what I can do to support you as you grieve. I send my deepest condolences and sympathies for your loss.
Nobody can replace ______, and nobody has to. [He/she] will live on in the hearts of all who knew [him/her]. When you are ready, I’ll see you back at work. I am truly sorry for your loss.
The love you had for your [husband/wife/partner] can never be taken away. Even though [name of deceased] may no longer be here, [his/her] memory will live on in the life you have built together and your gorgeous family. Please accept my heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
Please receive my sincerest condolences and sympathies over the loss of your [mother/father]. Though you are missed here at work, don’t rush back to work unless it helps you to heal. You are in my thoughts.
I would like to express my sorrow and condolences to you and your family. May the soul of your father rest in peace.
We are so lucky to have you as a member of our office and are saddened to hear of your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts. Accept our condolences.
I’m sure your heart is aching. We want you to know that we are here for you if you need anything. Expect us to check in soon.
Our hearts go out to you and your family. Although I don’t know exactly what to say, I want you to know that I am with you in thought and wish you comfort and peace as you remember (name).
I just found out about [name of deceased]. This must be so truly hard on you. Please don’t feel like you have to struggle without some help. I know we are colleagues, but we are also friends. So, friend to friend, please let me know what I can do to help.
I don’t have the right words to say, but I am thinking about you and am here to support you. It doesn’t have to be now. It could be later or much later. Just know that I am here and I care. Accept my sincere condolences.
I was saddened to learn about your loss. I hope that you just unplug from work and take the time you need to deal with what is most important right now. We all will cover for you here. I send my sincerest condolences.
There are no words to express how sincerely sorry I am for your loss. I know I speak for all of us when I say that we are here for you if you need anything. If there is something we could do to bring you comfort or relief, we would love to do it for you. We are thinking of you.
I am so sorry about the loss of your [child] — nobody at work could believe the news. If anything should arise that you might need help with, please do reach out and let me know. I will be there to help you.
I will always remember the wonderful [cookies/baked goods, etc.] that ______ used to send with you to share at work. Every morsel was bursting with her love. I cannot imagine how hard it is for you now. I want you to know I am thinking of you and sending you my strength in this difficult time.
We are deeply sorry about the loss of (name). As you grieve, know that we are remembering and honoring him/her.
I hope this message finds you surrounded by strength and compassion. Know that you are loved and thought of, always
Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. Sincere condolences to you dear.
Never lose hope in this period. Accept our deepest condolences for you and your family. May God rain kindness in this bad phase on you so that you can recur all the losses!
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of such a loved member of your family. I will always remember some of your wonderful stories about ______ and know that [he/she] will always live in your heart and memories. Please accept my condolences and sympathies.
You must be dealing with so much right now, and nobody wants you to be thinking about work. I hope you are focusing on yourself and on your family as you mourn. I offer you my heartfelt sympathies for your loss.
I heard about the passing of [name of deceased]. I am sorry for the pain you must feel as you grieve, and am hopeful for the day [his/her] memory brings a smile instead of a tear. I send you and your family my heartfelt wishes and condolences.
Any death is tough, but it is particularly difficult to lose a [parent]. Please accept my sincerest sympathies over the loss of your [mother/father]. I look forward to seeing you at work when you’re ready to come back. I am thinking of you.
Every family member is important, and when one passes, it is felt by everyone and is never easy. I want you to know that I’m available if you need anything while you’re taking time off. I am sorry for your loss.
May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. Our sincere condolences to you.
I pray that God will comfort you himself, watch and guide over you like you’ve never experienced. My deepest condolences.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. It was a joy to work in the presence of (name of deceased.) I will never forget the warmth his/her smile brought to the office each and every day.
______ had a tremendous impact on all who got to know him/her. I will miss him/her with all my heart. Deepest condolences.
Our prayers continue for you, your mother, sister and family. May this throw give you warmth and comfort as you carry the memories of your father.
The whole office sends you sincere condolences during this difficult time. If there is anything we can do to help you as you grieve, please let us know. We will be there for you. We are truly sorry for your loss.
I was very sorry to hear about [name of deceased] at work the other day. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to support you during this difficult time. I am usually up [early/late], so please just call or text if you need anything or want to talk.
Please know I am thinking of you at this sad time. I know how important family is to you. While the bond you share makes the loss of your family member even more painful, I hope it can also be a source of strength in your grief. Please accept my heartfelt condolences for your loss.
Losing your [mother] is one of the toughest life events that we all must face. As you absorb the impact of this loss, please know that I am thinking of you. I send my sincerest sympathies and condolences.
I offer you my condolences and sympathies over the pain you’re going through over the loss of your [spouse]. If you need anything, before or after you come back to work, please make sure to let me know.
I know what a close-knit family you are from the way your [son/daughter] talked about you while at work. The bond you shared gave ______ the confidence to achieve some incredible things. I hope that fact helps you find some peace as you navigate the exceedingly difficult days ahead. Please accept my sincere condolences.
If the saying, “like father, like son” is true, then the world has lost a very bright light with his passing. I am thinking of you at this sad time and hope that you find some small moments of joy and peace in your memories.
Although we only know each other through work, I was saddened about the loss of [name of deceased]. I wanted to let you know that I check my email regularly and you can also call me if you need help with anything. Please accept my condolences and sympathies while you face such a difficult time.
I cannot tell you how sorry I was to hear of the loss of your [husband/wife/partner]. I know you had so much planned. It is not the right time yet, but when you are ready, I know you will keep [his/her] memory alive. I am deeply sorry for your loss.
[Name of deceased] had an unquenchable passion for life, for pushing the boundaries at work, and for always helping others. I cannot believe [he/she] is gone. My heart, thoughts, and warmest wishes go out to you during this hard time.
We at work all agree that there is no way of understanding the pain that you’re going through right now over the loss of your [child]. Please accept my sincerest and deepest condolences and sympathies to you and your spouse.
I heard about the passing of ______ and my heart aches for your loss. I am here for you, whether that means helping you with work, bringing you food, or just sitting quietly with you. I am truly sorry for your loss.
