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Condolences Letter For Death In Franklin
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Benjamin Franklin is well known for his quote, “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes.” Franklin wrote and spoke many witty sayings relating to mortality issues, some humorous, some serious.
Benjamin Franklin's observation, “Most men die at 25, we just bury them at 75,” speaks volumes about the way many of us live our lives. It suggests that many people stop truly living and thriving at an early age, even though they continue to exist physically.
Here are some guidelines for writing a good condolence letter: Acknowledge the loss and name the deceased. Express your sympathy. Note special qualities of the deceased. Recall a memory about the deceased. Remind the bereaved of their personal strengths you have witnessed.
'Nothing is certain except death and taxes' - Benjamin Franklin, 1789 | Waverton.
Benjamin Franklin died at age 84 on April 17, 1790, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He was born an Englishman and died an American. The cause of death was complications from pleurisy.
Absent were President George Washington and members of Congress. It is estimated that 20,000 people gathered at the funeral, the largest Philadelphia had ever seen.
In lieu of Franklin Pierce, I give you Ben Franklin's final words: "A dying man can do nothing easy," he said, after his daughter asked him to change positions in bed.
Dear <Employee Name>: I/we were saddened to hear of the death of <insert family member's name>. I/we know that this is a difficult time for you and your family. Words are inadequate at a time like this; however, please know that you and your family are in my/our thoughts.
``I'm so very Sorry for your loss.'' ``My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.'' ``You are in my thoughts and prayers.'' ``Sending you love and strength as you navigate through this challenging period.'' ``Please accept my deepest sympathies.'' ``I am here for you if you need anything.''
Here are some alternative phrases you can use instead of ``my condolences'': ``I'm so very Sorry for your loss.'' (2) ``My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time.'' (2) ``You are in my thoughts and prayers.'' (2)
