2006-12-07 08:31:22 · 16 answers · asked by 6bits 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
Miss Manners says it's a nice gesture with a personal note inside particularly if they sent flowers, food or money.
2006-12-07 08:39:01 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
The rule of thumb is you send thank you cards for gifts received in sympathy, NOT cards. If you google this question, you'll find a link to Miss Manners that states this.
2016-05-23 04:27:09 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is only a sympathy card, no thank you is necessary. If they sent flowers or money or a donation to a charity, a thank you is definitely the thing to do.. Just don't use the generic thank you cards that you can get from the funeral home. Those are meaningless in my opinion. Get some nice notes, and hand write your thanks.
2006-12-07 23:40:47 · answer #3 · answered by Cat Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends if they sent a gift as well, or just a card. I would send a note back if you have time, but they should understand that you have a lot on your mind right now, so it could wait until later!
2006-12-07 09:03:23 · answer #4 · answered by thelofings 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could be nice, especially if you really appreciated the cards. I think you should at least acknowledge the cards in some way, call people and say "thank you, I appreciated the lovely card" and let them know how you are doing. Are you the one who lost a family member? If so, I am sorry.
2006-12-07 11:39:24 · answer #5 · answered by Heidi 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would not expect one. If I send one it is because I am thinking of them and not expecting them to think of me. Maybe when you are feeling up to it, you can call this person or mention it in a holiday card if you send them. If not, rest easy, you don't have to reply.
2006-12-07 09:27:52 · answer #6 · answered by Lynne 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they've only sent a card and not flowers, food or money, there is no need to return their card with another one.
However, be sure to tell them in person the next time you see them, that you appreciated the gesture.
2006-12-07 08:52:20 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
No, some folks do however post an ad in the newspaper thanking everyone for their showing of support. It isn't required though considering that most of us know we aren't exactly ourselves while grieving.
2006-12-07 08:40:33 · answer #8 · answered by Ivyvine 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
no....if you've recieved flowers, then you might consider it.....but honestly i don't think anyone expects a thank you card for any of those small gestures when a family member has died......you might say thank you in person if it was meaningful for you
2006-12-07 09:15:34 · answer #9 · answered by SNAP! 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's a nice gesture, although not necessary, nor should it be expected. You're grieving and mourning. If you can, it's nice. Otherwise don't loose sleep over it.
2006-12-07 08:46:22 · answer #10 · answered by GLSigma3 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋