From Book Review of the Art of Condolence, seven components for a letter of condolence.

Condolence to bereaved at Christmas. Condolence letter sample.

Writing letters of condolence. Pointers, tips and example letters.

Express your regret over the death but avoid going into the details of the illness or tragedy, its consequences, or how you heard of the incident.

Guidelines for composing letters and notes of condolence. Example condolence letters.

Sample condolence letter.

Suggestions on how to write a condolence letter, one that will be less painful for you to write, one that will be greatly appreciated.