I want to send my condolences

[TheFarmIsFull]

An old employer who I had a lot of respect for unexpectedly passed away. I won’t be able to make it home to the funeral and I wanted to somehow send my condolences or just something to show I care and I’m sorry for his wife and family’s loss. Of course I could send flowers but any other ideas? He was a long time horse trainer and a very good man. Any ideas welcome please

 

[wills_91]

I would just send a card.

 

[Prancerpoos]

I think a card including a short note of what he meant to you would probably mean the most.

 

[Red-1]

I would send a card with a not in it too, and include a funny anecdote where he did something great.

When mum died, I loved people sharing little memories of things I didn't know about. Nice ones, obviously!

 

[dogatemysalad]

A card with a letter saying how he touched your life and the memories you have of him would mean a lot. I learnt so much about my brothers life after he died from the people he had taught and researched with. It gave me such an insight into the person that he was.
The period after a bereavement is hectic with visitors and organising, and I've never forgotten the thoughtfulness of people who arrived with homemade meals and cakes for visitors. We even had bags of groceries left anonymously at the door, because we didn't have time to shop. Maybe you could post a little hamper or similar. Small acts of kindness are incredibly comforting after bereavement.

 

[SashaBabe]

I would send a card, with a message of how well respected he was. I kept all the cards, letters and the little cards from floral tributes when my parents died. I look at them occasionally and it is very comforting to read the lovely comments people made.

 

[Velcrobum]

Another vote for a card and handwritten note. Something that can be kept and revisited if wanted.

 

[Pearlsacarolsinger]

And another vote for a card and a handwritten note that the family can read and re-read.