Harwood Home for Funerals and Cremation Services
828-669-2977
208 W State Street
Black Mountain NC 28711
Mountain View Memorial Park
828-669-2977
392 Tabernacle Road
Black Mountain, NC 28711

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Joyce Sutphin
In Memory of
Joyce Elaine
Sutphin
1949 - 2018
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Harwood Home for Funerals & Cremation Services
"We are honored to provide this Book of Memories to the family."
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Tommy and Trish Bradley
"Michael, we are so sorry about the loss of your mom... Our thoughts and prayers "
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Jodie Marie
"Mom, the celebration of your life today was so beautiful. I keep telling Michael"
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Dawn mcmahon
"I have to say I wouldn't be where I am today if it wasn't for Joyce. When I was "
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Jodie Marie Owen
"Mommy, I still can’t believe you are gone! I’m so thankful and blessed God r"
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Amanda Burleson
"What a amazing woman! Her smile could light up a room! We always had so much fun"
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Terry and Della Mae Gardner
"God bless you and your family. We love you."
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Marie Lidke
"Dear Michael and Misty, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mother. The void in y"
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Angelena Woon
"So sorry for your loss Michael. Praying for you and your family."
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David $Cheryl Petrey
"We were sorry to hear that Joyce passed away we had known her and Ray for along "
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Nancy Wilson Rankins
"Dear family, I pray God will bless and comfort each one of you during this most "
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Missy Harper and family
"Prayers of peace and comfort in this time. "
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Michael Candia
"I love you Mom so much and I miss you. You have always been such an amazing mom"
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Tips on Writing a Message of Condolence

You may not know exactly what you want to say in your Book of Memories™ condolence message. In fact, this may be the first time you've ever been faced with sharing your feelings or offering comforting words to someone who is grieving a loss. Whether it's the first time, or the fifth, we're here to offer some assistance. We've compiled some tips, and brought together a list of expressive words you can use in your condolences.

Tip #1: Be sincere. It's important to mean what you say, on the deepest emotional level. Yes, we know, "saying what you mean" can be harder - that's why we're here.

Tip #2: Keep it simple. You don't need to say much more than "I'm sorry for you loss," yet it's always wonderful to share a personal memory of their loved one, if you have one.

Tip #3: Don't tell them you know how they feel. Because you can't really know; even if you've endured the loss of a loved one in the past - your grief was yours, and this is theirs.

Tip #4: Share how you felt when you heard the news. Perhaps you were shocked, disbelieving, or deeply saddened. Let them know how the passing affected you personally.

Tip #5: Share Remind them that you will always hold the memory of their loved one close to you. It will be a comfort to them to know that their loved one will be remembered.

A Short List of Appropriate Phrases:

  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
  • Please accept my condolences on the loss of your partner.
  • With deepest sympathy for your loss.
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • Please know our loving thoughts embrace you each and every day.
  • Thinking of you in these difficult times and sending you love.
  • With heartfelt condolences.
  • Wishing you comfort at this sorrowful time.
  • Sharing in your sorrow, thinking of you and wishing I could be there
  • to hold your hand.
  • May the love of those around you, help you through the days ahead.
  • Hold tight to memories for comfort.
  • Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about.
  • As you comprehend this profound loss, let yourself cry knowing each tear is a note of love rising to the heavens.
  • Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
  • Peace, prayers and blessings.
  • Words cannot even begin to express our sorrow.
  • You are in our prayers.
  • May your memories give you strength.
  • Remember that we love and care about you.
  • May the love of those around you help you through the days ahead.

After writing and posting a message of condolence to the family, you may also wish to make a memorial donation as a tribute to their loved one, or send flowers to the family home or memorial service. However you choose to express your concern and pay tribute, please know this: it will be deeply appreciated.

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