Is it acceptable to send a sympathy card by email?

I've only sent actual cards, but it was mostly for family, friends or neighbors. I suppose an email card is just as good these days, especially if the person is not really a close friend. I'd say send it, better than no card at all for sure, it will be appreciated by her at this time of grieving.
 
IMO... if you know them well enough to have their email address.. you probably have their home address... I'd vote for a real card with a handwritten note expressing my condolences.
 

I'm with QuickSilver I think on this one. Everyone pretty much loves to find a 'loving thought' in amongst the bills and flyers and business papers that arrive all to frequently in the mail. That card can be set on the sill by the sink so that they remember you cared while they wash the dishes whereas an email card is looked at once and then forgotten. Just my opinion based on years of writing cards and notes to several of my aging aunts and having them mention frequently how much they enjoyed receiving them.
 
When my husband passed away, it made me feel better just receiving any kind of sympathy. I received them by mail, online and even messages on Facebook. Just knowing people were thinking of me and cared regardless of how they expressed it, meant so much to me. I guess you will have to go with what makes you feel better. If you do it online and then wonder if you did the right thing, then go with the "real thing". Just my "2 cents worth".
 
No....not if it's one where you just insert their name....that's tacky IMO.

However, a letter via email that is personalised and shows you've put some thought into it is fine. JMO.
 
I think any expression of condolence, caring, sympathy (card, letter, email, e-card, online condolence, phone call, personal visit) when there is a death is fine.

Some people prefer cards to hold in their hand and look at later, or if the person doesn't use a computer.
 
applecruncher said:
I think any expression of condolence, caring, sympathy (card, letter, email, e-card, online condolence, phone call, personal visit) when there is a death is fine.

Some people prefer cards to hold in their hand and look at later, or if the person doesn't use a computer.
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I tend to go along with Apple there Debodun.
Particularly if you can add some nice words to the bottom of the E. Card.

I always us Jackie Lawson for that and all kinds of cards....(click on preview or send card and it should play. I think!)

http://www.jacquielawson.com/cards/sympathySympathy Cards

Many of our e-cards and note cards are suitable for Sympathy cards, although most are designed so they can be used for other occasions also. We've selected some of the most appropriate ones below, along with a note card designed specially for this purpose.

  • Fruitful Beginnings

    Inspired by the Tree of Life - perfect for new beginnings
    Music: L'Shana Tova (Traditional) arranged by Mike Hughes-Chamberlain
    This card has optional greetings: [No Caption], Happy New Year, L'Shanah Tovah, Autumn Blessings, Happy Autumn, Happy Birthday, Happy Anniversary, Congratulations, Our Family is Growing, Have a Peaceful Day, Thinking of You, With Sympathy, Thank You, Get Well Soon, Just Saying Hi, Good Luck

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  • Everlasting Life

    A spiritual card celebrating transformation, especially suitable for Easter and Spring
    Music: "God So Loved the World" by John Stainer, sung by Salisbury Cathedral Choir
    This card has optional greetings: Happy Easter, Easter Blessings, Happy Spring, Welcome Spring, Celebrate Life, Happy Birthday, Birthday Blessings, Thinking of You, Have a Peaceful Day, With Sympathy, Sending Prayers, Get Well Soon, Thank You, You're Invited, Just Saying Hi, [No Caption]

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  • Clair de Lune

    A moonlit scene accompanied by Debussy's famous melody
    Music: "Clair de Lune" from Suite Bergamasque, by Claude Debussy
    This card has optional greetings: Thinking of You, Have a Peaceful Day, Wishing You Peace and Comfort, Sorry for Your Loss, With Sympathy, Thank You, Get Well Soon, Just Saying Hi, [No Caption]

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  • With Sympathy

    Express your condolences with this delicate design

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My feeling is that I always send a handwritten card with the person's name and a even just a sentence or three. If it's someone you know well, some lines of condolence and kind words about the deceased. I believe a real card has more meaning.
 
I think a nice handwritten card would be more appreciated and meaningful, with a short handwritten message and signature.
 
I agree with AC...anything that shows you're extending sympathy and thinking of them in their time of sorrow will be acceptable...IMO...except of course when it 's a family member or a close friend, then I'd personally always send a hand written letter ..rather than any type of card!
 
fureverywhere said:
My feeling is that I always send a handwritten card with the person's name and a even just a sentence or three. If it's someone you know well, some lines of condolence and kind words about the deceased. I believe a real card has more meaning.
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I agree.

Some time ago I started writing handwritten notes, not cards. With a message that was mentioned by the young Kennedy's bride's mother at the memorial service. Beautiful thought. I've had some lovely feedback.

And BoozeCruiser, Jacquie Lawson cards are lovely. If I were to send a card, that would be what I would choose.
 
I always make my own sympathy cards on the computer and print them, then write a note in it and snail mail it.

That way, no one can see me cry.
 
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,Hi, dedodun;
I guess the best way to answer your question is, what do you think is acceptable if the situation was reversed.
 
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