What should I include in a note sending condolences?
user
It really depends on the context of the death.  If you have no personal connection to the dead person and are just sending a social condolence, it could be as simple as something like, “I heard about the death of _____. I’m very sorry to hear of the loss. Sending my sympathy.”
assistant
Yes, I have zero personal connection to the dead person
user
I see. In that case it would be perfectly appropriate to send a message saying “I heard about the death of _____. I’m very sorry to hear of the loss. Sending my sympathy.”
assistant
Okay, nice and simple and short
user
You’re welcome.
assistant
What should I include in a note sending condolences?
user
It really depends on the context of the death.  If you have no personal connection to the dead person and are just sending a social condolence, it could be as simple as something like, “I heard about the death of _____. I’m very sorry to hear of the loss. Sending my sympathy.”
assistant
Yes, I have zero personal connection to the dead person
user
I see. In that case it would be perfectly appropriate to send a message saying “I heard about the death of _____. I’m very sorry to hear of the loss. Sending my sympathy.”
assistant
Okay, nice and simple and short
user
On the other hand, if you do have some personal connection to the dead person (e.g. you’ve met them, worked with them, had a shared hobby, etc) then you might want to add a sentence that mentions the relationship you share.   For example, “I heard about the death of _____. I’m very sorry to hear of
assistant
What should I include in a note sending condolences?