2006-12-13 01:17:49 · 17 answers · asked by greenbutterflower 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
When my mom died the funeral director told us that you do not send thank you cards to people who send sympathy cards.
2006-12-13 02:03:04 · answer #1 · answered by moonsister_98 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I didn't. I think most people know in circumstance like death all condolences are appreciated, and you have enough to deal with without the added burden of writing thank you notes. Maybe send thank yous to the ones that sent care packages, but I wouldn't worry about sending to the ones that sent flowers or cards. They know you are grateful, and that you are grieving. I've never received a thank you from anyone I sent a card or flowers to and I didn't expect to either. I'm sorry for your loss. I know how you feel. I lost my dad 7-6-2001.
2006-12-13 01:29:17 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, hon.
Just send thank you cards to those who stand out in your mind as being there for you.. and those who bought flowers for the funeral, food to the house, and anyone else who helped you by being of service to you during this time of loss.. but not those who sent you a card unless there is some special message you want to send them.
:) take care.
2006-12-13 01:26:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You don't have to. The grieving process is hard enough without having to sit down and think about it while writing thank-yous. If you want to, you can respond to cards, those who sent flowers/brought food, and the pastor who proceeded over the funeral/memorial service.
2006-12-13 02:20:31 · answer #4 · answered by GLSigma3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I did ..especially if there was a memorial involved...but I sent all who sent sympathy cards a thank you
2006-12-13 01:24:10 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Post a thank you in classified ads personals...You should send cards for flowers, masses, people who may of did specific tasks that you remember...Sorry about the loss
2006-12-13 01:23:26 · answer #6 · answered by Patches6 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
hi, actually depending on the funeral home that you used they usually supply the thank you cards for the family. IF not the answer is yes you do .
2006-12-13 01:29:08 · answer #7 · answered by KCalle_98 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have seen such cards thanking people for their kind expressions of sympathy. I don't think it is mandatory.
2006-12-13 01:25:52 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thats completely up to you. I wouldnt because you are still mourning.. I would not expect a Thank you card.
2006-12-13 01:27:15 · answer #9 · answered by Steph 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My condolences.
It's not necessary, though you may want to answer some of them if they're from special folks. Largely a judgement call.
2006-12-13 01:23:07 · answer #10 · answered by psyop6 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋