That is such tragedy. Sometimes we say the 'wrong' things in the most inopportune time. Don't think too much about what to and what not to say. Your friend will be very glad that you're there.
I'm so sorry.
You know, as someone who has lost several important people in my world, the best thing you can do is just be there --- hug your friend and tell him that you are there for him if he needs you. ...and, you will mean it. ...that matters, too.
Hang in there.
Wow, that's awful... I hate hearing stories of friends and family members, who died while serving in Iraq. Such a tragedy.
That's gotta be rough. And yea, what do you say? All you can do is show support. Sorry to hear about that.
As long as you are supportive and a good listener, which I'm sure you are, he'll appreciate it. Sounds like you were just that- a good friend
When someone suffers a loss, I always say, "I'm sorry it hurts, I'm sorry you're in pain." I figure saying anything else is condescending. Obviously death is part of life; obviously the pain will end; when there's illness, obviously death is preferable to pain... but saying any of that during the grieving period is counter-productive. Just being there for the loss is what's needed.
Blessings upon your friend's family, and to you. *hug* It really brings all that stuff on TV home when someone you know dies.
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