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What to Say When Someone Loses a Child

There are no right words for this. These messages focus on love, memory, and being there.

25 messages in this category

There are no words for the loss of a child. I'm so deeply sorry.

PopularSimple

No parent should have to face this. My heart breaks for you completely.

PopularWarm

Your child was a blessing to this world. I'm here for you in any way you need.

Warm

The love you have for your child is eternal. Nothing can ever change that.

Simple

I can't imagine your pain. Please know I'm here, whenever you need me.

Simple

Your baby was loved beyond measure. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Warm

The loss of your son is devastating. He made an impact on everyone who knew him.

Warm

Your daughter lit up every room. This world is darker without her.

Warm

God has taken your child to heaven. May that bring you some peace.

Religious

Your angel is now with the Lord. Praying for your family.

Religious

With all my love.

Short

I'm here.

Short

The suddenness of this loss is unbearable. I'm so sorry. I'm here.

Simple

Your child fought so bravely. You were the best parents anyone could ask for.

Warm

Losing your child this way is unimaginably painful. This is not your fault.

Warm

Parents shouldn't have to bury their children. I'm so profoundly sorry.

Simple

Your child's laughter will echo in your heart forever.

Warm

The world lost so much potential. I'm devastated for you.

Warm

Every parent's worst fear has become your reality. I'm here.

Simple

Your baby will always be your baby, no matter their age when they left.

Warm

The future you imagined is gone. I grieve that with you.

Simple

Your child made the world better just by being in it.

Warm

There are no words. There is only love. I'm sending you all of mine.

Warm

The depth of this loss is unfathomable. I'm so sorry.

Simple

A piece of you left this world. That's a wound that never fully heals.

Warm