It was so powerful just being witnessed.

What to say when a daughter loses her father. These poems are often familiar to the people at the service. Now hes in a better place Witnessing my loved ones pain was torture for me. Acknowledge her fathers birthday and ask her how she would like to celebrate it or let her know you are willing to adopt some of the traditions she shared with her father for the holidays.

Even if you have the best intentions there are some things I believe you should never ever say to a daughter who has lost her father or pretty much anyone grieving a person of significance. You may even fear saying the wrong thing. When your father dies say the Armenians your sun shifts forever and you walk in his light -Diana Der-Hovanessian You see my father taught me that even our most profound losses are survivable.

Even simple questions like What is your favorite memory of Fathers Day with your dad or What was your dads favorite food can often lead to a healing and comforting conversation. Dont feel like you. Seeing him was always a highlight of my day What to say in an email.

As we keep you in our thoughts and prayers please let us know if theres anything we. The first man to wipe her tears away when she was afraid or hurt. He is the first man who was there to catch her when she started to fall.

Dads share a special bond with their daughters. When offering condolences simply reminding the bereaved that youre there for them can be a huge help. Above all they can help you understand that other daughters went through the same field of thorns.

If there is anything I can do please let me know. To a girl her Dad is the first man she will ever love. Im willing to help in any way Offer silence.