75 Great Condolence Messages to Boss

It may be difficult to find the appropriate condolences for a condolence email, condolence note, condolence message, or even a condolence text message. Sending sympathies can let the individual know that you care about their grief. Here is a look at some great condolence messages to your boss that you can send in an email or card, whether the loss involves a mother, father, spouse, sibling, or someone else that your boss cared about. These messages can also be used for a condolence letter to your boss.

#1 Just as you have stood at the head of your team, we all stand strong behind you through this difficult time. May your sadness pass, with memories and good wishes carrying you to a place of comfort and peace. I am here supporting you all the way, hoping fond remembrance comes quickly.

#2 Though time may take away our loved ones before we are ready to let them go, your memory’s everlasting images and your warm feelings will always be with you. As you gaze back, may the glimmer of your loved one bring peace to your heart and a lasting smile to your face.

#3 May loving memories soothe your suffering soul. While there’s no good way to say goodbye so soon after a loved one’s passing, may the strength that we all know you for hold steadfast through your struggle. Soon, turmoil will turn to time immortalized in the lasting memory of your dearly departed loved one.

#4 While the weight of loss undoubtedly bears heavily on your heart, know that this tumultuous season will in time give rise to happy days. Just as the cold of night breaks for daylight, know that grief too will give way to shining rays of warm memories of your loved one.

#5 Though no one can know the longing you must feel, my heart goes out to you. Just as you’ve always been there for your team, know that I am here for you. Whether it’s by willful work or silent knowing, before or after the raging sea of despair subsides, I’m standing here supporting you at every step of the way.

#6 Please accept my most sincere condolences at this time of grief in your family. May this be a time when you support one another and when memories of sweet times together over the years are a tender comfort. I hope it puts you at ease to know that we are keeping the business running smoothly and all is well at the office. You and your loved ones are in my thoughts.

#7 As you forge through unknown paths ahead, I can only offer my most sincere condolences. You’ve been a steady compass at work – patient, supportive, and a truly wonderful boss. I thank you for teaching me so much and hope you will find comfort in the face of this tough change in your life.

#8 I hope that you are surrounded by love and support following the loss of your loved one. I know that human kindness only goes so far in healing the sorrow of the heart, but I sincerely hope that it has helped you to process the grief in a way that is of comfort to you. You and your family are in my thoughts.

#9 As a boss I deeply respect, please accept my condolences for your loss. Your team is holding down the fort at work, and so please rest assured that things will be taken care of in your absence. I look forward to seeing you back at the office when you are ready.

#10 When sorrow invades our lives, it can really test our limits. I am so sorry for your loss and wish to express my condolences. I hope that you are finding yourself able to draw on strength you did not know you had, as well as being supported by your loved ones.

#11 I would like to express my most sincere condolences to you during this time of loss for you and your family. You are constantly in my thoughts these days. There is nothing here that you need to be concerned about, so please do not give work any thought at this point. I wish you peace and healing.

#12 Losing someone you love is at the top of the list of the most difficult challenges we face in life. Please know that you are not alone in going through this, even though it seems that way right now. I hope you have enough support to get you through this time without feeling alone. You can count on me if you need me. I will be there.

#13 I am sending you and your beautiful family my condolences for your loss. At first, many people feel as though they will never get past the heavy weight of grief in their hearts. With the love of family and friends, and even your loyal employees, I hope you will feel completely supported.

#14 I am sorry to hear you have lost someone you loved. Though words may offer little consolation, I want you to know you are not alone. I hope it brings you comfort to know that we are taking care of business. You have the support of myself and everyone here. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts.

#15 As someone who has seen your commitment to others at work, I wanted to let you know that I am resolved to help in any practical way I can to ease the burden of the loss you are experiencing. I am sure it will take time before you feel yourself again, which I completely understand. Please do not hesitate to let me know if there is something I can do.

#16 I respect you immensely and am sorry that you have to endure this sad time in your life. It is hard to understand why some things happen, but I wanted you to know that I care very much. I wish that there was more that I could do to help you and your family. You all are in my thoughts.

#17 It is impossible for me to know what to say, because words just aren’t enough. As you face each new day without your loved one, please know that there are many people who are ready to offer their support, should you need it. We are incredibly sorry for your loss.

#18 When someone departs this world, there are many difficult days. I hope that you will be encouraged that there are people like me who think highly of you and know that your strength will carry you through the pain. I want to emphasize that I am here to go the extra mile for you to lighten your workload as you heal. You and your family are in my thoughts.

#19 At work, you have been a formidable leader and have motivated me to face challenges head-on. You have made me a better person. Now I hope that I can encourage you to face the future with confidence and strength as you move through this difficult chapter of your life. You are in my thoughts and I extend my deepest condolences.

#20 I am extending my deepest sympathies to you for the loss of your loved one. I readily offer you the same support and compassion you have always shown to me. May it ease your burdens to know that your team is doing everything necessary to ensure your return to the office is an easy one.

#21 We were saddened to hear about the loss of your loved one. Time after time, you have led us through the trenches with a steady hand and a loving heart. Now we urge you to take the time you need to be with your family while we hold down the fort. Your team is behind you.

#22 When hard times come, wave upon wave of loss washes over us. It is with sadness and sympathy that I offer my condolences. Please know that there are those who understand some of what you are experiencing and are thinking of you.

#23 My heart is pained at the knowledge of your loss. If there is anything you need, be it words of comfort or silent support, know that I am here for you. Everything is under control at the office, so please do not rush back. Take all the time you need to be with the ones you love.

#24 As my employer, you put much effort into creating a happy work environment. I wanted to write and express my deep regret that you are experiencing the sadness of losing your family member at this time. I hope that words of sympathy from many people will be a comfort to you during these challenging days.

#25 It is not easy dealing with bereavement for anyone, but it is especially difficult when it is someone close to you. I am sure there is a lot on your mind and heart that will take time to process. I wish to extend my sincerest condolences to you and your family for the loss of your loved one.

#26 When I heard of your loss, I just wanted to reach out and give you my most sincere condolences. I cannot imagine what you are going through. I hope that as your employee, I can carry more weight at work to lighten your load, if at all possible. Please know that you can count on me.

#27 My sincerest condolences go out to you and your family during this sad time. While you grieve the loss of your loved one, I would like to assure you that we will continue to uphold the standards you have created here. We are ready and waiting to support you in any way we can upon your return to the office.

#28 I am sure that as a boss you have seen people come and go over the years, but nothing matters as much as family. So, at this time of your loss, it is with an appreciation for all your kindness in the workplace that I hope you know that you matter to those who work for you.

#29 When death pulls us apart from someone we loved deeply, our hearts break. I am so sorry that you have to face this grief. Please know that I am thinking of you and trust that you will be surrounded by people who can speak comfort and strength into your life.

#30 I am thinking of you in your loss. May the comfort of happy memories help you and your loved ones through the sense of bereavement. I am ready to help you with any outstanding work whenever you do return, and I hope you know that you can count on my support.

#31 My heart really went out to you when I heard about your loss, and I am sorry that you have to experience this hard time. When grief hits us, we feel as though we are on shaky ground. I hope that you will be steadied by everyone in your life as you go through this challenging season.

#32 While the stars, at times, feel misaligned, we will rediscover balance in our lives. You’ve always shown patience and leadership as a boss, and it is those same qualities that will guide you through a time of healing and closure. May you move forward with peace and wisdom through this difficult season in your life.

#33 I have looked up to you as my boss for a long time. Your skills, humor and personal strength have inspired me. I hope that in this time of loss and personal change, that your strength moves you forward to a brighter day. You and your family are in my thoughts.

#34 I feel sorrow for the bereavement that has occurred in your life. I am grateful to work for you and really appreciate having you as my boss. I wish there was something that I could do to make this time easier for you. Please let me know if there is any way I can help release you from work stress as you deal with your grief.

#35 Throughout the time you’ve been my boss, I’ve never seen you get ruffled. You’ve always remained calm when things become stressful. It is my wish for you, as you face this hard loss, that your steady nature leads the way, keeping you composed and grounded.

#36 It is never easy to lose someone you love and face uncertainty in life because of the sense of loss. I send my condolences to you and wish you peace despite your sorrow. If it comforts you in any way, I am ready to help take on anything you feel you would rather not handle at this time. I stand by to assist in any way I can.

#37 The concept of greatness gets attributed to leaders all the time, without the true measure of the word. As a boss, you have demonstrated greatness in times of anxiety, shouldering responsibility without fear. During this time of sorrow, I hope you can draw on the strength you hold inside to begin the healing process.

#38 I was saddened to learn that your [family member] had passed away. I would like to extend my deepest condolences to you during this difficult time. Please know that I am keeping you in my thoughts. I hope that your memories can bring you some comfort as you work through the grieving process.

#39 Throughout the time you’ve been my boss, you’ve shown wisdom, kindness, and courage. It is my wish for you that as you face this loss, you draw on those wonderful qualities. Be wise as you reflect, be kind to yourself, and be courageous in this moment of grief.

#40 When the news of your loss emerged, I was so sad for you. I know that you are a person to whom family is important. Indeed, as an employee, I have benefitted from your warmth and kindness. Please know you are in my thoughts daily.

#41 When life takes a sad turn, it can be a real challenge. I hope that you are conscious of the love and support of those in your personal life as you deal with your loss. Please also know that as your employee, you are also very much in my thoughts.

#42 I want to take this opportunity to express my sincere condolences for your loss. I know that this will be a hard time for you. I trust that your family will help you to hold on to treasured memories and all the good times with your loved one.

#43 I was privileged to be able to meet your loved one and could see how important they were to you. Please accept my condolences during what must be one of the hardest times in your life. I hope that the support and love of your family will lift you and be a source of great comfort.

#44 Your beloved [family member] has departed this earth but will forever live on in your memories. I am sorry for your loss. Although they are only words, I hope it provides some solace, however small it may be.

#45 It is hard to know what to say after someone has experienced a significant loss. I would like to offer you my heartfelt condolences after the passing of your [family member]. May you cherish your memories always, telling stories about them often. In this way, their spirit lives on.

#46 I am saddened by the news of your loss. May their memory live one through you. I extend my deepest condolences to you and your family.

#47 My heart dropped when I heard the news. I hope that you take all the time you need to grieve and don’t worry about the office. You and your family’s well-being are more important. You have my deepest sympathies.

#48 I am sad to hear about your loss. From everything you’ve told me, [he/she] was a fantastic person. I hope that the healing process begins soon for you. My thoughts are with you and your family.

#49 Your loss must be so difficult to deal with. I can’t imagine how challenging this time is for you and your family. I hope you can come out of this stronger than ever. I send my deepest condolences and sympathies for the passing of your loved one.

#50 The loss of a loved one is one of the hardest events in one’s life. My thoughts are with you during this time of grief. May you find peace soon. I send you my most heartfelt sympathies.

Best Quotes for Your Condolence Messages to Boss

“In the gardens of memory, the palaces of dreams, this is where we will meet.”
Alice Through the Looking Glass

“Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality.”
Emily Dickinson

“The grave itself is but a covered bridge, Leading from light to light, through a brief darkness!”
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“What is lovely never dies, But passes into other loveliness.”
Thomas Bailey Aldrich

“You gave me a forever within the numbered days.”
John Green

“There are no happy endings. Endings are the saddest part, so just give me a happy middle and a very happy start.”
Shel Silverstein

“He spoke well who said that graves are the footprints of angels.”
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

“No one is actually dead until the ripples they cause in the world die away.”
Terry Pratchett

“When we have joy we crave to share; we remember them.”
Sylvan Kamens & Rabbie Jack Riemer

“Grief is in two parts. The first is loss. The second is the remaking of life.”
Anne Roiphe

“They that love beyond the world cannot be separated by it. Death cannot kill what never dies.”
William Penn

“We do not have to rely on memories to recapture the spirit of those we have loved and lost – they live within our souls in some perfect sanctuary which even death cannot destroy.”
Nan Witcomb

“It takes strength to make your way through grief, to grab hold of life and let it pull you forward.”
Patti Davis

“If the people we love are stolen from us, the way to have them live on is to never stop loving them.”
James O’Barr

“Give sorrow words; the grief that does not speak whispers the o’er-fraught heart and bids it break.”
William Shakespeare

“People touch our lives if only for a moment, And yet we’re not the same from that moment on, The time is not important, The moment is forever.”
Fern Bork

“Our dead are never dead to us, until we have forgotten them.”
George Eliot

“Do you not know that a man is not dead while his name is still spoken?”
Terry Pratchett

“Here bring your wounded hearts, here tell your anguish; Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.”
Thomas Moore

“I’ll be seeing you / In all the old familiar places / That this heart of mine embraces / All day and through.”
Billie Holiday

“What we have once enjoyed we can never lose; all that we deeply love becomes a part of us.”
Helen Keller

“Make the most of your regrets; never smother your sorrow, but tend and cherish it till it comes to have a separate and integral interest. To regret deeply is to live afresh.”
Henry David Thoreau

“Death is no more than passing from one room into another. But there’s a difference for me, you know. Because in that other room I shall be able to see.”
Helen Keller

“When he shall die, Take him and cut him out in little stars, And he will make the face of heaven so fine That all the world will be in love with night And pay no worship to the garish sun.”
William Shakespeare

“Say not in grief that they are gone, but give thanks that they were yours.”
Hebrew Proverb