Derek Muzyka Writing A Condolence - Grimsby, Ontario | Stonehouse-Whitcomb Funeral Home
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Derek Muzyka
In Memory of
Derek Douglas
Muzyka
1972 - 2016
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Lorri Watson
"Sometimes you never know the true value of a moment until it becomes a memory. R"
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Tm
"Rip"
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Thad Kinney
"I just wanted to say I am so sorry this happened. I wish I could have known you"
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Paul M
"Rest in peace"
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Janie Alexander
"Condolences to the left behind loved ones."
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Cheryl Campbell, Ryan Campbell Jonathan Holiday and family.
"Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for your loss"
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Rose Cottage Visiting Volunteers
"Dear Cathy and Family: On behalf of the staff, fellow volunteers and the board o"
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Paula Mepham
"sorry for your loss RIP. "
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The Plumb Family
"Our deepest sympathy and wishes for personal peace at this time!"
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Bill Cumber-Brantford
"Wayne, Cathy and family I am very sorry to hear about your son Derek's passing. "
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Christine Hickey
"My condolences to DK's loving family that I have had the pleasure to meet, whil"
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Mich
"Wayne, Cathy, Brad and Dale. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayer"
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Ron and Pat Cruse
"Dearest Wayne, Cathy and Family...our deepest sympathies on the loss of your bea"
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Gary and Cindy Carr
"May the light of this candle bring you eternal peace"
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Herman and Janice harder
"So sorry for your loss another taken way to soon "
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Don Sassanelli
"Great guy, heart of gold."
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John & Sheila Piccolo
" •Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can s"
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Bob and Linda Slack
"Wayne and Cathy we are so sorry for your loss."
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Pete Cruickshank & Jen Johnson
"Very sorry for your loss Cathy, Wayne, Brad and family."
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Bill Paynter
"May God Be With You and Your Family At This Most Difficult Time"
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Amber Cowell
"Another angel has his wings, taken way to soon!"
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Allison Gordon
"Have peace now"
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Sue, Neil, Conor and Rogan
"May you be at peace, Derek. "
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Linda Lawson
"To Derek's Family. Derek will be missed by so many. I will celebrate the time "
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John & Jackie Correia
"We wish to extend our deepest condolences to your family for your loss."
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Tips on Writing a Message of Condolence

You may not know exactly what you want to say in your Book of Memories™ condolence message. In fact, this may be the first time you've ever been faced with sharing your feelings or offering comforting words to someone who is grieving a loss. Whether it's the first time, or the fifth, we're here to offer some assistance. We've compiled some tips, and brought together a list of expressive words you can use in your condolences.

Tip #1: Be sincere. It's important to mean what you say, on the deepest emotional level. Yes, we know, "saying what you mean" can be harder - that's why we're here.

Tip #2: Keep it simple. You don't need to say much more than "I'm sorry for you loss," yet it's always wonderful to share a personal memory of their loved one, if you have one.

Tip #3: Don't tell them you know how they feel. Because you can't really know; even if you've endured the loss of a loved one in the past - your grief was yours, and this is theirs.

Tip #4: Share how you felt when you heard the news. Perhaps you were shocked, disbelieving, or deeply saddened. Let them know how the passing affected you personally.

Tip #5: Share Remind them that you will always hold the memory of their loved one close to you. It will be a comfort to them to know that their loved one will be remembered.

A Short List of Appropriate Phrases:

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
  • Please accept my condolences on the loss of your partner.
  • With deepest sympathy for your loss.
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • Please know our loving thoughts embrace you each and every day.
  • Thinking of you in these difficult times and sending you love.
  • With heartfelt condolences.
  • Wishing you comfort at this sorrowful time.
  • Sharing in your sorrow, thinking of you and wishing I could be there
  • to hold your hand.
  • May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead.
  • Hold tight to memories for comfort.
  • Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
  • As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens.
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • Peace, prayers and blessings.
  • Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow.
  • You are in our prayers.
  • May your memories give you strength.
  • Remember that we love and care about you.
  • May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.

After writing and posting a message of condolence to the family, you may also wish to make a memorial donation as a tribute to their loved one, or send flowers to the family home or memorial service. However you choose to express your concern and pay tribute, please know this: it will be deeply appreciated.

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