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Condolences Quotes

Words offered in loss.

These condolences quotes reflect on public grief, from tributes to lost astronauts to expressions of sympathy following major national tragedies. One quote also captures personal disappointment when condolences don't come from people expected to offer them.

I am deeply grieved by the loss of the crew of Columbia. I express my sincere condolences to the families and friends of the astronauts. I believe that their names will remain as the bright sparkling stars in the universe...

Quotes by Valentina Tereshkova

My father died. No one from this industry came to offer condolences to my house. No one offered few words to console me. Why should I continue in this cruel film world? I am discontinuing my acting career.

Quotes by Suresh Gopi

We have been terrorised by what happened in America and we express our condolences to the American people who suffered from this unexpected catastrophe and a new world war.

Quotes by Muammar al-Gaddafi

We just sent our condolences to the President of the United States and the American people on what is a terrible, terrible tragedy.

Quotes by Helen Clark

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of offering condolences?
Condolences are a way of formally acknowledging someone's loss and expressing sympathy, whether after a personal death or a larger public tragedy.
Why does one quote mention receiving no condolences from an industry?
It reflects the pain of feeling unsupported during grief, especially when support was expected from a close professional community.
Are condolences only used for major public tragedies?
No, they apply to personal losses as much as national ones, though public figures often express them publicly after large-scale events.
What tone do condolence quotes usually take?
Most are solemn and respectful, focused on acknowledging pain rather than offering explanations or solutions.
How do public condolences differ from private ones?
Public condolences are often addressed to a nation or community, while private ones are personal and directed at specific individuals or families. See Guitar Player quotes for a different, lighter set of reflections.

Whether formal or personal, these quotes treat condolences as a meaningful, sometimes insufficient, response to loss. For related reading, see Musically quotes and Desolate quotes.

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