If you are wondering what to write on funeral flowers, the simplest answer is the truest one. A short, sincere line is always enough. You do not need the perfect words. You need honest ones. Something like "With deepest sympathy" or "Thinking of you and your family" is gentle, appropriate, and never wrong. What to say on funeral flowers matters less than that you said it at all.
A funeral flower card is small, so keep your message brief. Our card holds up to 200 characters, about three short lines. Sign it with your name, or your family's name, so the bereaved knows who sent it. If the flowers are from a group, list the names or the office. Below you will find a range of example messages, grouped by relationship, so you can borrow one as it is or adjust it to sound like you.
A few gentle rules
Keep it short. The card has little room, and a few warm words carry more than many. Write legibly, or let us write it for you. Avoid anything that asks the grieving to respond or do something. And when in doubt, sympathy and presence are the message. You are simply saying, I am here, and I am thinking of you.
For the loss of a parent
- With love and deepest sympathy on the loss of your mother. She will be remembered.
- Your father was a remarkable man. We are holding you close.
- Thinking of you as you say goodbye to your mom. She raised someone wonderful.
- No words are enough. We are so sorry for the loss of your father.
For the loss of a spouse or partner
- There are no words for a loss like this. We are with you.
- Your husband touched so many lives. We are holding you in our hearts.
- Sending you strength and love as you grieve your wife.
- With deepest sympathy. May the love you shared bring you comfort in time.
For a friend
- I am so sorry for your loss. I am here whenever you need me.
- Thinking of you and sending all my love during this difficult time.
- Your friend will be missed by everyone who knew them. With sympathy.
- Holding you close, today and in the days ahead.
For a colleague or business contact
- With heartfelt sympathy from all of us. Please accept our condolences.
- Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
- We are so sorry for your loss. Take all the time you need.
- Sending our deepest condolences on behalf of the whole team.
From a group or office
- With sympathy and warm thoughts from everyone at [company name].
- The whole team is thinking of you. We are so sorry for your loss.
- From all of us, with our deepest condolences and care.
- Our hearts are with you and your family. The [team or department name].
Religious messages
- May God grant you peace and comfort in this time of sorrow.
- Praying for you and your family. May they rest in eternal peace.
- May the Lord hold you close and carry you through this loss.
- With faith and love, we send our prayers and our deepest sympathy.
Non-religious messages
- May the memories you shared bring you comfort and peace.
- Their kindness and warmth will not be forgotten.
- Sending you strength, love, and quiet thoughts in this hard time.
- A life well lived leaves a lasting light. With deepest sympathy.
Short and simple
- With deepest sympathy.
- Thinking of you.
- With love and condolences.
- Forever in our hearts.
- With sympathy and care.
Letting the flowers speak
When words feel impossible, the flowers themselves say a great deal. A considered arrangement, sent with even a few honest words, tells the family they are not alone. Our sympathy and memorial flowers are designed by hand on the morning they are delivered, and we are always glad to help you write the card if you would like a gentle hand with it. Order by 11:30 a.m., Monday to Saturday, and we deliver the same day across Toronto and the GTA, direct to the funeral home, chapel or residence. Delivery is free. If you are choosing the flowers as well, see our guide to the best flowers for a funeral and their meanings.
Whatever you choose to write, write it from where you are. That is the part that comforts.
A few common questions
How long should a funeral flower message be?
One to three short lines. The card is small, and a few sincere words carry more than many. Our card holds up to 200 characters.
Should I sign the card?
Yes. Sign it with your name, your family's name, or the name of the group or office, so the family knows who sent the flowers.
What do you write on funeral flowers from a group or office?
Keep it collective and warm, for example "With sympathy and warm thoughts from everyone at [company name]" or "From all of us, with our deepest condolences."
Can you write the card for me?
Yes. Add your message on the arrangement page and we write it on the card that travels with the flowers. If you would rather talk it through, call (416) 488-8888 or text (647) 226-2727.