When someone we care about passes away, we want to say the right thing — to offer comfort, show support, and honor the loss.
But in moments of grief, even well-meaning words can inadvertently cause pain .
Funerals and visitations are deeply emotional spaces — not for fixing, explaining, or minimizing sorrow, but for being present , listening , and honoring the silence .
Yet, certain phrases — often repeated with good intentions — can hurt more than help .
Here are 4 things you should never say at a funeral , no matter how kind you think they sound — and what to say instead.
❌ 1. “They’re in a better place.”
