Thank you prayer for friends and family

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to gather with family and friends and reflect on the blessings of the last year. Many of us experience renewed hope and faith during the Thanksgiving holiday because we turn our eyes onto what is most important. What if we spent time each day in giving thanks and prayer? How could God grow out faith and trust if we lived a life of thanks through all seasons and not just Thanksgiving time? When your heart is filled with gratitude, there is little room to worry or complain.

We would love to encourage and help you along the way toward greater hope and joy! Below are 9 thanksgiving prayers you can use not only for Thanksgiving day but throughout the year. Start living out the promises of God that Jesus came “that they may have life, and have it to the full.” John 10:10. 

Prayer 1: A Daily Thanksgiving Prayer

“Dear God, Thank you for your amazing power and work in our lives, thank you for your goodness and for your blessings over us. Thank you for your great love and care. Thank you for your sacrifice so that we might have freedom and life. Forgive us for when we don’t thank you enough, for who you are, for all that you do, for all that you’ve given. Help us to set our eyes and our hearts on you afresh. Renew our spirits, fill us with your peace and joy. We love you and we need you, this day and every day. We give you praise and thanks, for You alone are worthy! In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
– Debbie McDaniel, Crosswalk.com Contributor

Prayer 2: A Prayer for a Thankful Heart

“Lord, teach me to offer you a heart of thanksgiving and praise in all my daily experiences of life. Teach me to be joyful always, to pray continually and to give thanks in all my circumstances. I accept them as Your will for my life (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18). I long to bring pleasure to Your heart daily. Break the power of the enemy in my life. Defeat Him through my sacrifice of praise. Change my outlook and attitude into one of joyful contentment with my present circumstances. I thank You for…

Jesus, I want to be like You who obeyed the Father without complaint. You embraced the chains of humanity when You walked this earth. Convict me whenever I complain or compare myself with others. Give me Your attitude of humility and thankful acceptance. I want to be like the Apostle Paul who learned contentment in every circumstance. I choose to continually offer You a sacrifice of praise, the fruit of lips that give praise to Your name (Hebrews 13:15). I long to bring a smile to Your face. Teach me the power of a thankful heart. I know that Your truth dwells in a thankful heart.

“I will give thanks to the LORD because of His righteousness and will sing praise to the name of the LORD Most High. O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens” (Psalm 7:17-18:1). In Jesus’ name, amen.”
– Debbie Przybylski, Intercessors Arise International

Prayer 3: A Short Prayer of Thanks

“God, sometimes life gets me down and I find it hard to see things to be thankful for. Open my eyes to see the gifts you’ve given me in my life. I’m going to start by thanking you for loving me enough to come to earth and die so we can live together forever. Amen.”
– Wendy van Eyck, Contributor

Prayer 4: A Prayer for Thanksgiving Day

Father God, today I thank You for the provisions of my life…
I thank You for the people in my life…
I thank You for the opportunities You have given to me in my life…
I thank You for the acceptance and forgiveness You have lavished upon me in spite of my sinful actions and choices…

I thank You for the healing You have brought into my life—physical and emotional… I thank You for the way You have brought me back from the darkness that
lurks in my soul and the choices I could have made that would have landed
me in a pit—or the choices I have made that did land me in a pit…
I thank You for the desires of my heart that You have satisfied with good things…

And the desires that I have not yet seen satisfied. Help me to be confident because of the grace You have given to me in so many others ways, that even my unmet desires would be something I could be grateful for…Amen.
Excerpted with permission from Day 31 of Prayers for Today (Moody Publishers, 2011) by Pastor Kurt Bjorklund.

Prayer 5: A Prayer to Teach Kids Thankfulness

“Lord, I pray that the message of Christ and his sacrifice is the root of gratitude in my heart. That His gracious gift leads me to thankful living, setting an example for my children. That they will have their own relationship with Jesus one day, and that You would grow gratitude in their hearts out of the acceptance of Jesus as their Savior. Lead us to do everything in the name of Jesus and give thanks to You through Him.”
– Marie Osborne, Contributor

Prayer 6: A Thanksgiving Day Prayer

“O Heavenly Father:
We thank Thee for food and remember the hungry.
We thank Thee for health and remember the sick.
We thank Thee for friends and remember the friendless.
We thank Thee for freedom and remember the enslaved.
May these remembrances stir us to service.
That Thy gifts to us may be used for others. Amen.”
– “Dear Abby” Columnist

Prayer 7: Thanksgiving Song (makes a wonderful prayer!)

“Grateful for each hand we hold
Gathered round this table.
From far and near we travel home,
Blessed that we are able.
Grateful for this sheltered place
With light in every window,
Saying welcome, welcome, share this feast
Come in away from sorrow.
Father, mother, daughter, son,
Neighbor, friend and friendless;
All together everyone in the gift of loving-kindness.
Grateful for whats understood,
And all that is forgiven;
We try so hard to be good,
To lead a life worth living.
Father, mother, daughter, son,
Neighbor, friend, and friendless;
All together everyone, let grateful days be endless.
Grateful for each hand we hold
Gathered round this table.”
– Mary Chapin Carpenter – Thanksgiving Song Lyrics 

Prayer 8: A Prayer of Thanks for Our Many Blessings

“Oh God, You are so good. You are faithful and gracious and You have blessed me beyond measure. Thank you for everyday blessings to which I have become accustomed, but never want to take for granted: clean drinking water, electricity, food in my pantry, hot showers, a roof over my head, and a bed to sleep in.

Thank you for legs that carry me where I need to go and hands that enable me to accomplish many things. Thank you for my hearing and my vision and for a sound, healthy mind.

Thank you my family, my friends, my job, my neighbors. Thank you for freedom to attend my church, for my pastors, and for my small group(s) and my many relationships.

Thank you for the things You are doing in my heart and in my life. I’m grateful that by the power of Your Holy Spirit, I am much different today than I was 10 years ago, or a year ago. I am even different that I was at the beginning of this year, and it’s because of Your power at work in me, continually transforming me into Your image.

I love and adore You, Lord, and my heart overflows with gratitude for all these blessings. In the precious name of Jesus, Amen.”
excerpt from 3 Grateful Prayers to Prepare Your Heart for Thanksgiving by Julie K. Gillies

Prayer 9: 17 Statements of Gratitude

“Thank you, God for the times You have said “no.” They have helped me depend on You so much more.
Thank you, God, for unanswered prayer. It reminds me that You know what’s best for me, even when my opinion differs from Yours.
Thank You, Lord, for the things you have withheld from me. You have protected me from what I may never realize.
Thank You, God, for the doors You have closed. They have prevented me from going where You would rather not have me go.
Thank you, Lord, for the physical pain You’ve allowed in my life. It has helped me more closely relate to Your sufferings on my behalf.
Thank you, Lord, for the alone times in my life. Those times have forced me to lean in closer to You.
Thank you, God, for the uncertainties I’ve experienced. They have deepened my trust in You.
Thank You, Lord, for the times You came through for me when I didn’t even know I needed a rescue.
Thank You, Lord, for the losses I have experienced. They have been a reminder that You are my greatest gain.
Thank You, God, for the tears I have shed. They have kept my heart soft and mold-able.
Thank You, God, for the times I haven’t been able to control my circumstances. They have reminded me that You are sovereign and on the throne.
Thank You, God, for those people in my life whom You have called home to be with You. Their absence from this earth keeps my heart longing for heaven.
Thank You, God, that I have an inheritance in the heavenly places…something that this world can never steal from me and I could never selfishly squander.
Thank You, God, for the greatest gift You could ever give me: forgiveness through Your perfect Son’s death on the cross on my behalf.
Thank You, God, for the righteousness You credited toward me, through the death and resurrection of Jesus. It’s a righteousness I could never earn or attain on my own.
Thank You, Father, that You know me, You hear me, and You see my tears. Remind me through difficult times that You are God, You are on the throne, and You are eternally good.
And thank You, Lord, not only for my eternal salvation, but for the salvation You afford every day of my life as You save me from myself, my foolishness, my own limited insights, and my frailties in light of Your power and strength.”
– Cindy McMenamin, Author

Thanksgiving Prayers from Scripture:

Psalm 95 – “Come, let us sing for joy to the LORD; let us shout aloud to the Rock of our salvation. Let us come before him with thanksgiving and extol him with music and song. For the LORD is the great God, the great King above all gods…”
Psalm 100 – “Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth. Worship the LORD with gladness; come before him with joyful songs. Know that the LORD is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the LORD is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.”
Psalm 118:29 – “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever.”
Psalm 103: 1-5 – “Praise the LORD, my soul; all my inmost being, praise his holy name. Praise the LORD, my soul, and forget not all his benefits – who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion, who satisfies your desires with good things so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”
Psalm 136:1-5 – “Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good. His love endures forever. Give thanks to the God of gods. His love endures forever. Give thanks to the Lord of lords: His love endures forever. to him who alone does great wonders, His love endures forever. who by his understanding made the heavens, His love endures forever. who spread out the earth upon the waters, His love endures forever. “

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Prayer for family and friends is one of the best gifts you can present to your loved ones. God has called us not only to pray for ourselves but for people around us too, particularly our friends and family. Romans 12:10 says, “Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor.” One thing is certain about prayer, that it is never done in waste. Thanksgiving for loved ones is always effective. God will answer all prayer points at the time we will need this answer the most.

Prayer for family and friends should be included in our daily prayer time. Every time we pray for ourselves, let us remember every member of our family as well as our friends out there.

Prayer for Family and Friends

O Lord my God, I entrust all my loved ones in your care and I pray you protect and guide them daily. Meet them O lord, at every point of their need and fulfill all their heart desires. Be there keeper and grant them the opportunity to enjoy good health all the days of their lives.

My Lord and my God, keep my family and friends safe. Keep them far away from oppression. I will not receive any bad report concerning any of them. They will not die an untimely death and they shall all live to reap the fruits of their labor.

O Lord, touch the hearts of (…….., you can call the names), that is yet to receive you into their lives. Touch their hearts that they may accept that you alone is the true Savior. Touch them that they may enjoy the joy of salvation in Jesus mighty Name. Amen.

Thanksgiving Prayer for Loved  Ones

O Lord my God, I thank you for the loving people you have surrounded me with. I thank you for helping them to overcome trials and tribulations and thank you for being their source of joy. Lord, I thank you for keeping them alive and strengthening them. I thank for blessing them with all the good gifts of life. In the name of Jesus. Amen.

Why do we pray for the family?

The family is the primary place where every individual starts his or her life.  The family is the immediate environment where we primarily received love and first life lessons.  If a family is bad, individuals of such home turn out badly. Praying for our family is essential for members to enjoy peace that strengthens the family bond.

Why do we pray for the friends and loved ones?

No man is an island. We all need someone to lean on at one time or the other. Just as the family is important, so also are our friends. Although, so many people have got themselves entangled with bad friends, but there are still many people out there who are better friends. The Bible says in Proverbs 17:17, “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity”.

Importance of Prayer for Family and Friends, Loved Ones

The most valuable thing we can do for people around us is to pray for them. It is important we do this because the Bible tells us to do so. Devoting yourself in brotherly love is not all about sending gifts only; you also show love when you pray with and for friends and family. Never forget to say thanksgiving prayer for loved ones, for everything God has done to them.

The way our prayers for friends and family is not as important as making it essential to pray for them. It is important we pray for our loved ones because when it is good for them, we also become a beneficiary of the goodness and when things goes wrong with them, we are directly or indirectly affected.

Take for instance; having a family member or friend in the hospital will require your presence which also means your time. And when you find it difficult to be with such a person at the hospital bed, your mind will always be with them. This is to show that, we are directly or indirectly affected by whatever goes wrong with our family and friends.

The health of our family members and friends, having great abundance, divine protection, long life and many more is the responsibility of God, but it is our duty to also present them to God particularly concerning friends and families that are yet to accept Jesus into their lives.

We pray for our friends and family to acknowledge God as being responsible for their soul. There are times when we hide under the excuse that we do not have money to help our families and friends in need. The money isn’t all that matters. Prayer to God is.

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Funeral thank you notes etiquette dictates sending thank you notes for significant gestures after a funeral. This can be done by sending flowers, bringing food or just sending a note.

It may not be much, but it will go a long way in letting people know how much you appreciate them for making out time to attend the funeral.

More so, this is an activity that will distract you from your grief even if for a little time.

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Funeral thank you notes all follow the same basic structure:

which are:

Salutation: Dear . If you are particularly close to the person to whom the card is being sent, you could open with: “My dearest .”

Expression of gratitude: Express gratitude and thanks on behalf of you and your family for his or her help or thoughtfulness. A sentence or two will suffice, but be specific about what you are grateful for (for example, a beautiful bouquet of sympathy flowers).

Personalization: People also appreciate a personal touch whereby you mention anything special he or she did that touched your heart or his or her special relationship with the deceased. The personal touch shows that you put thought into writing the funeral thank you card.

Closing:  End the note with “Yours Truly” or “Love” (depending on the closeness of your relationship to the person), and sign the card on behalf of your family (e.g. With Much Love, the Smith Family) or yourself (e.g. Yours Truly, Mrs Smith).

Seeing as we have seen the basic structure lets look at some funeral thank you notes.

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Funeral Thank You Notes  

1. Dear,

It was very kind of you to attend John’s funeral service. I know it must have been difficult for you to travel such a long way after just having had your operation.

However, you being present meant a lot to me and my family. You were one of John’s dearest friends and I know he treasured your friendship.

Thank you and kindest regards.

2. Dear,

Thank you so much for coming to Peter’s funeral. It meant so much to us having close friends of our family present.

It was so thoughtful of you to help with the buffet after the service and thank you for the pastries you brought. Your kindness and sympathy during this difficult time is so much appreciated.

With love…

3. Dear Mr and Mrs Jones,

It meant a great deal to me that you came to Marie’s funeral. It was a difficult day and your presence was of great comfort to me.

Your participation in the service was a great help and your words about Marie, so touching.

Kind regards…

4. Dearest Ann,

Thank you for serving as a pallbearer at Jane’s funeral. I am truly grateful to you and your family for your love and support in this difficult time.

With love…

5. My Dear Jared,

Thank you for attending Jim’s funeral and also for your generous donation. Supporting the cancer association means so much to our family and it was Jim’s wish that donations were to be made instead of flowers.

As you know, Jim always supported the charity and it would have meant a lot to him to know that so many contributions were made.

Sincerely yours…

6. Dear Joanne,

Thank you for the beautiful flower arrangement you sent to my father’s funeral. As you know, daffodils were his favorite flowers and it’s lovely that you remembered.

Thank you for your thoughtfulness.

Kind regards…

7. Dear ____________,

Your presence at _________’s funeral service really meant a lot to me. He always talked fondly and respectfully about his supervisor and co-workers, and he would have appreciated the fact that you were all there for his family. Thank you for your hugs and kind words of support.

Sincerely…

8. Dear ____________,

Thank you for extending so much love and support to our family. We greatly appreciated the warm thoughts expressed in your sympathy card, as well as the lovely plant. Your kindness meant a great deal to us.

Warm Regards…

9. My Dear ____________,

Bringing beautiful food platters to our home after the service was an incredibly generous gesture. We actually had more guests arrive than we had expected, so having that extra food on hand was such a wonderful thing. Your thoughtfulness means more to us than words can fully express.

Sincerely…

10. Dearest ____________,

Thank you for helping us during this very difficult time. Your kindness and concern for our family means a great deal to us. We appreciate all the love and support you have extended to us during this period of sadness. You have always been a generous and beloved friend of our family.

(YOUR FAMILY’S NAME HERE)

11. Irene Dear,

Your sympathy card was so sweet and very much appreciated. You are such a thoughtful friend. Thank you for being there for me at a time when I needed it most. I will always remember your kindness.

Best Regards…

12. Dear ____________,

Thank you so much for assisting me with making the funeral arrangements for ________. Your clear and level-headed thinking and planning at a time when I felt so scattered was an incredible help. The love, support and kindness meant a great deal to me.

13. Dearest ____________,

When ___________ passed I was just totally devastated and overwhelmed with grief. I felt like the rug had just been pulled out from under me. Having you there by my side to help me figure out what needed to be done, and to assist me with making phone calls to arrange the service and reception was an incredibly generous act of true friendship. Because of your help and comforting advice, on the day of the funeral, I felt more mentally and emotionally prepared to greet a large number of guests that came to pay their respects.

I am sincerely thankful for your thoughtfulness.

14. Dear ____________,

Thank you for the lovely flower arrangement. You have always been such great friends, and having you there at the prayer service meant a lot us to.

Many thanks…

15. Dear ________,

Your presence at my father’s memorial service was a great comfort to me and my family. The fond memories that you shared of my father during the service were incredibly moving and thoughtful. The love and support that you’ve shown us during this very difficult time will always be remembered. Thank you for your sympathy and kindness.

Sincerely,

16. Dear ________,

You have been a pillar of strength for my grandmother, my parents, me, and my entire family. We greatly appreciated that you were there for Grandpa at the hospital during his illness, and for surrounding our family with your love during his funeral. Thank you so much for dedicating a memorial bench and plaque for my grandfather at his favorite park. I’m sure he is in Heaven smiling down at you this very moment! You were his nearest and dearest friend, and he cherished the lifetime of memories the two of you shared.

With love and warmth,

17. Dear ________,

Your comforting presence at my mother’s memorial service was appreciated more than words can fully express. My grief and sorrow run deep, and to have someone there for me that truly understood the impact of my loss was a very beautiful thing. It made my heart lighter to be surrounded by such warm and unconditional love. My mother was blessed to have your friendship. Thank you for everything.

Sincerely,

18. Dear ________,

Our entire family cannot thank you enough for your generosity. The large and stunning flower arrangement you sent to the church for my grandmother’s funeral service was incredibly thoughtful. Thank you for being such a wonderful support system for all of us. It’s at difficult times like these that we stop to realize how fragile and beautiful the gift of life truly is. We are so grateful that you are an important part of our lives.

19. Dear ________,

Your love and prayers mean the world to me and my family. Thank you so much for attending my aunt’s funeral. We also enjoyed the time you spent reminiscing with us about years of wonderful memories. The gorgeous flower arrangement you sent to the church was incredibly thoughtful. It’s good friends like you that have kept our spirits up and our hearts filled with love. We deeply appreciate your sweet generosity.

Kindly…

20. Dear ________,

I feel incredibly blessed to be surrounded by so many friends and family during this very sad and stressful time. Your love and prayers have helped soothe my sorrow. My grandfather was such a sweet, gentle soul. In my heart I know that he is now in a much better place, and that his love continues to surround me every day. Thank you for all the love and support you have given me. I truly appreciate it.

With love and warmth…

21. Dear Matthew,

Thank you for the beautiful flower arrangement after Peter’s passing. I know you are grieving too, but know that he always thought of you as one of his closest friends.

Many thanks,
Gloria

22. Dear Sally and John,

The wreath you sent to the funeral home was stunning.My family and I appreciate your thoughtfulness and consideration during this difficult time.

Gratefully,
Myrna

23. Dear Anthony,

Thank you so much for the generous donation to the American Heart Association in Zeke’s name. As you know, he suffered from heart disease for years before his passing, and this was the perfect gift in his memory.

Always,
Denise

24. Dear Betty and Sam,

My family appreciates your donation to the SPCA in memory of our beloved Oscar. As you know, he was always an animal lover and fostered many dogs and cats through the years. I’m hoping to continue bringing in animals temporarily until we can find them “forever” homes.

Your friend and neighbor,
Amanda

25. Dear Alan,

Thank you so much for bringing the family-sized platters of cold cuts, vegetables, and fruit after Kevin’s funeral Your generosity and thoughtfulness in bringing finger foods for guests really helped my family get through the most difficult time. It was nice to not have to worry about feeding all of those people when they stopped by the house over the next several days.

Sad but grateful,
Priscilla

26. Dear Reverend Jones,

Thank you for your spiritual counsel and services at the funeral of my mother. Especially at times like these, your guidance is so appreciated.

Sincerely,
Mary Peters

27. Dear Frank,

Thank you for serving as a pallbearer. You are a true friend. Your contributions to the service were a tremendous help. I appreciate your kindness.

Love,
Mary

28. Dear Mr and Mrs Chan,

Itwas really nice to see you at my mother’s funeral. I really appreciate the effort you made to travel such a distance. I was grateful to hear your memories, and your support made a difference to me and my family.

Fondly,
Mary

29. Dear Mrs Lopez,

Thank you for the beautiful pink arrangement of flowers. Roses were Mom’s favorite and they served as a reminder of the special friend you were to her/ how much you and the others meant to her.

Sincerely, Mary

30. Dear Penny and Joe,

1want to thank you for the wonderful meal you delivered to our home after the funeral. It was delicious and such a thoughtful gesture. My mother really valued your friendship. Your kindness is greatly appreciated.

Love,
Mary

31. Dear Richard,

I appreciate your stepping in and covering my work during this difficult time. Thank you for your support. It will make it easier when I return to the office next week.

Sincerely,
Mary

32. Dear Jason,

It was so thoughtful of you to remember us at this time. Thank you for taking the time to share your memories of Mom with us. Your words were such a comfort. Friends like you have helped us get through this difficult time.

Love,
Mary

33. Dear George,

Thank you for sending your words of sympathy. It was kind of you to show you care.

Sincerely,
Mary

34. Our family wishes to convey our sincerest appreciation for your prayers and support during (name) passing. We are blessed to have friends like you and are thankful for all you have done.

35. Sending you our sincere gratitude for the flowers you sent. It truly served as a special reminder of your friendship with (name).

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36. Thank you for extending so much love and support to our family. We greatly appreciated the warm thoughts expressed in your sympathy card, as well as the lovely plant. Your kindness meant a great deal to us.

37. Thank you for your heartfelt condolence. Your words are not only a comfort but a source of strength for my family and me in this difficult time.

38. Thank you for your thoughtful and kind card of condolence. It was a comfort to the entire family.

39. Thank you for your thoughtfulness in helping me with the food and guests at the services. I am so grateful for your helping hand in my time of need. Thanks again.

40. Thank you for your thoughtfulness. Your generosity and support during this difficult time are greatly appreciated.
Thank you for your touching letter. I really enjoyed hearing from you. The story you shared about (name) made me smile.

41. Thank you so much for all the support you have offered to my family and me during this difficult time. I know it couldn’t have been easy and I really appreciate your friendship.

42. Thank you so much for attending my (name) funeral and for the beautiful arrangement you sent. Our family really appreciates your support.

43. Thank you very much for attending (name) funeral service. Being his friend meant a lot to him, we know this because he often spoke of you. During this difficult time, your kindness has meant a lot to our family.

44. The family would like to take this opportunity to express our sincerest appreciation for the thoughtfulness presented to us and love we have been given during our time of bereavement.

45. The service you performed offered inspiration and comfort to all who were present. We thank you greatly for your help and support during this difficult time.

46. There comes a time in life that your friends support is extremely necessary. This was one of those times and you were there for me every second. Thank you, my friend.

47. This is a very difficult time for all of us. We are saddened by the passing of (name). Your presence helped to lighten our burden. I was grateful to enjoy your company and hear your lovely memories.

48. We greatly appreciate your very generous donation in (name) honor. We thank you so much for your kindness.

49. We really appreciate your acts of kindness and helping hands for our family during (name) funeral service. It was a comfort to us to know these details were in your hands.

50. We wish to express our sincere appreciation for all your love and support during our time of loss. Thank you all for the acts of kindness shown to our family.

51. We wish to express our sincere appreciation for your words of comfort during (name)’s memorial service. We are encouraged and blessed to know that he/she will be in the company of our Lord.

52. We would like to thank you for speaking at (name)’s memorial service. Thank you for spending the time to share your wonderful memories with his friends and family. The words you spoke were very comforting to all who attended.

53. We would like to give our thanks for the beautiful photos and flowers. We greatly appreciate your kindness, support, and generosity in this difficult time.

54. We would like to offer our thanks for the wonderful service you performed for us. Your sympathetic words were very soothing and comforting and brought hope to all who were present. We truly appreciate your services.

55. You said you would always be there for our family and you were. Thank you for that. I love you.

56. Your card was beautiful. Thank you for being there for me.

57. Your sympathy card was so sweet and very much appreciated.

58. You are such a thoughtful friend. Thank you for being there for me at a time when I needed it most. I will always remember your kindness.

59. Allow me to express my most heartfelt appreciation for the fantastic food you’ve prepared for us. When in need, you were there to help and are truly a great friend and neighbor.

60. How truly grateful we are to have wonderful friends like you. Your love and support for our family have been very much appreciated during this time of loss.

61. I can hardly express how grateful I am for your attendance at (name)’s funeral. It was so good of you to take the time to be with me and my family.

62. It is difficult to find words to express how thankful we are for your expression of love to our family during this truly difficult time. We are grateful for the friendship that we share. Warm regards.

63. It is hard to put into words the thanks we would like to give for all the help, thoughtfulness and sympathy you have given us during this difficult time. We are very grateful for your support and friendship.

64. It was very nice of you to think of me in this time of sadness. I appreciate your thoughts and prayers.

65. Just a quick note to show our appreciation for the beautiful flowers you’ve sent. We are grateful for your thoughtfulness while we are going through this difficult time.

66. My family and I would like to thank you for your support and generous donation to (name) fund. You were a great friend to her over the years and I know she loved you very much.

67. Thank you for your kindness in remembering _________ with your donation. Your thoughtfulness and generosity are much appreciated by the entire family.

68. We are so appreciative of your generosity. Your donation in honor of ___________ will help fund the grave marker. Thank you so very much.

69. It was so kind of you to make a donation to the family in honor of _____________. We are pleased to pay it forward by sending a gift to the ______ charity, which was dear to _________’s heart. Thank you for your generosity and kindness.

70. Your donation in honor of __________’s memory touched us deeply. Thank you for your generosity and thoughtfulness, and may God bless you.

71. Your presence at the funeral was greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for your wishes and kind gestures.

There you have it. Now sending that funeral thank you notes won’t be so difficult. Just take your pick and mourn in peace.

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