As much as one may want to avoid this there is a point in life where you will have to bid farewell to a dying person.

How do you say goodbye to someone dying of cancer. They may be either more or less open to your goodbye than you expect. Asking What can I do for you after youre gone isnt insensitive and can provide some comfort to the ailing person. It is very poetic to say I want to die of cancer but a cancer that is free of pain free of suffering free of deterioration free of complications free of all that.

But its very helpful to let the person know that youre willing to talk and to listen. I heard the funniest thing today and it made me think of you. I am sorry to give you this news I sat with this news for a day before writing back to her.

At the time they were a lifeline of connection for the two of us and for the rest of our family. This is a dream. Okay so clearly you didnt invent a cure for cancer.

I heard your son has cancer and that really really sucks MD. This is not a cancer. If you feel weepy cut the phone wait ten minutes then call back.

Make the Person Understand or Believe You. People who are dying of cancer appreciate it when their loved ones listen to them. Keep it up and Im sure youll be rewarded in this life and the next.

How to Say Goodbye to a Dying Friend or Relative. Above all do not call and then cry on the phone. Just be sure to follow through on whatever promises you make.