When I found out my dad was terminally ill many people believed he would beat it despite his cancer being inoperable stage 4 and incurable.

What to say to someone dying if cancer. There are better things to say listed below. Special Words of Condolence for a Family Dealing with Cancer. What do you say to someone who out of the blue has been diagnosed with cancer.

There are no magic words that can catch and carry and keep a person crossing into the end zone. Think about lending support to the family and help with whatever they may need. There isnt much of a silver lining to a blood cancer diagnosis so avoid saying things like It could be worse or At least it isnt For the person with the disease this probably is the worst-case scenario.

Cancer and terminal illness affect people deeply both the person suffering from it and their loved ones. Youre someone who has used your life to touch so many others. Gentle and loving touch stroking an arm or shoulder kisses smiles and gazing into someones eyes all communicate compassion.

I understand many people are uncomfortable with the terminally ill cancer and dying in general so inviting someone in that state might seem like a downer. Dad is going to die. For instance if you are a close friend to the grieving person hugging them or holding their hand may go farther than words.

I am so sorry. Instead you might need to watch out for signs. But we are all going to die whether we want to or not.

Im sorry for everything that youve been through and that youre still going through Saying Im sorry for your loss can sometimes sound clinical and impersonal. Words cannot keep a loved one from dying. You may offer words of solace comfort and consolation while offering encouragement as they go through their treatment.