Faithfully yours,
My dear ————,
I know not how to express my sorrow at the word which I have just received. Your ———— was such a sweet uncomplaining spirit. We shall miss ———— when next we come to ————.
I should be glad if I could suggest anything to lighten the burden, and make your path a little more smooth and easy.
Sincerely your friend,
My dear ————,
I know that your heart must be sorely grieved at the loss of your splendid ————. ———— knew the secret of beautiful living. We can console ourselves with the assurance that we shall some day see our loved ones in the brighter happier world above.
Sincerely your friend,
My dear Friend,