DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was taught by my mother and grandmother, who practiced what they preached, that condolence letters are to be acknowledged. Their practice was to answer every condolence letter ...

Condolence letters should be acknowledged, assuring those who care that their appreciation of the deceased and sympathy for the bereaved was meaningful. Doing so can also offer comfort in ...

Condolence letters should be acknowledged, assuring those who care that their appreciation of the deceased and sympathy for the bereaved was meaningful. Doing so can also offer comfort in ...

In writing a condolence note, you do not want to say anything judgmental or controlling. Your comments should be supportive, considerate and caring. Just speak from your heart.

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was taught by my mother and grandmother, who practiced what they preached, that condolence letters are to be acknowledged. Their practice was to answer every condolence letter ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: I was taught by my mother and grandmother, who practiced what they preached, that condolence letters are to be acknowledged. Their practice was to answer every condolence letter ...

In writing a condolence note, you do not want to say anything judgmental or controlling. Your comments should be supportive, considerate and caring. Just speak from your heart.