Your neighbor's husband just passed away what should you bring to her to show your sympathy?

Most people will bring groceries, cooked dishes as the person grieving (doubtful they will feel like eating) are too upset to cook meals. Also just letting her talk and staying awhile and assuring her that you are there for her if needed (just a phone call will do it) will give her some comfort. It's going to be tough for her for awhile. Grieving is a lonely road we all have to go down at sometime in our lives, but, eventually the heartache goes and fond memories of that person keep us going. If we think of the person in our heart and mind they never die.

I feel the most important time for someone who has lost a loved one is AFTER the funeral and when the person has a handle on their grief. Many people fall all over themselves to help before and after the funeral, but once everything dies down then the poor person is left feeling lonely. Neighbors should invite her along if they are having a party or a BBQ. Too often widows or widowers are left alone and not included because they don't have a mate.

You are a great neighbor, so take the food and if you think she feels like talking just listen and let her cry if she wants too. Sometimes crying along with the person helps too (but only if it affects you in this manner.)

AnswerAlot of people bring over a dish of some sort so that she doesnt have to cook at this time. You can also ask if she needs a ride somewhere to let you know and you'll try to help her out. Someone that just lost a spouse usually isn't thinking straight to concentrate on driving. When you are going to the store you can call and see if she needs you to pick up something, within reason, so she doesnt have to go out. Remember its the little things that count.