I regret exceedingly to hear of your sorrow. Do not try to explain to yourself so trying an hour, but bring into requisition all the faith and courage you can muster, and with confidence face the seeming dismal days.
Lean hard upon your good friends,
One of whom is
My dear ————,
We have heard with deep feelings of regret of the death, of your ————, and we offer you our most sincere sympathy in your great loss.
Sincerely yours,
My dear ————,
Please accept condolences and sincere sympathy for the loss of my friend ————.
Your Friend,
My dear ————,