Sending your condolences means reaching out to a friend or family member who has recently lost someone and offering comfort and sympathy. You can express sympathy and support by visiting the bereaved if you live nearby. On those visits, guests traditionally bring food for the grieving family. This thoughtful gesture removes the burden of food shopping and mealtime prep from their to-do list and helps ensure everyone has something to eat, including children. If you don't live nearby, you may offer condolences by making a phone call, sending a card or having food delivered in your absence.