Do you send a thank you card when you receive a sympathy card?

You don’t need to send a formal thank you note to everyone who attended the funeral/visitation or sent you a sympathy card. Instead, a thank you note or acknowledgement should be sent to anyone who has done something extra, including: People who sent or brought flowers.

How do you respond to a sympathy card?

A simple “thank you” works.
  1. Other short phrases you can say are, “I appreciate it,” or “That’s very kind.”
  2. If the other person knew the deceased and is grieving too, you can acknowledge that by also responding, “This must be hard for you, too.”

How do you say thank you after receiving condolences?

Thank You For Sympathy
  1. “Thank you for thinking of our family during this difficult time. …
  2. “Thank you so much for the condolences. …
  3. “Your words were so kind and very much appreciated in these tough times. …
  4. “Thank you for sharing in the celebration of [name]’s life. …
  5. “Thank you for the stories and memories you shared.

Do you send thank you notes for funeral donations?

Some people wonder if it’s necessary to send thank you notes after a funeral or memorial service. Although most people don’t expect it during your time of grief, sending a thank you note is always good etiquette when someone gives you a gift or does something special for you.