Sympathy

Our designers create arrangements to perfectly express your sentiments.

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Writing a card or choosing the right arrangement to send can be a difficult process. If you are having trouble, give us a call or read more in our sympathy guide.

Beneva Florist is recognized as a funeral flower specialist with personal affiliations with all local funeral directors in the Bradenton and Sarasota areas. We design fresh flower baskets, standing flower sprays, elegant funeral wreaths, floral funeral hearts, flower crosses, and beautiful flowering gardens. We also deliver a wide variety of appropriate funeral, sympathy or memorial green and blooming plants.

At Beneva Florist, we deliver custom funeral flowers, sympathy and memorial flowers to all local funeral homes and churches in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch, Bradenton, Venice and Longboat Key.

Flower delivery also available to funeral homes, churches and mortuaries across the country, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For personalized assistance with your funeral home flower delivery, or for orders that require express delivery, please call us directly. 
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the appropriate flower for sympathy?

Roses and carnations are both popular flowers for funerals, memorial services, and other sympathy occasions. Other appropriate selections include lilies (especially calla lilies), gladioli, chrysanthemums, and orchids.

What color flower is best for sympathy?

The best color flower for a funeral, memorial service, or expression of condolences, varies between people and between cultures. Traditionally in Western cultures, red roses at a funeral symbolize strength and dignity. White is also a popular color, symbolizing honor and peace. Of course, bright flowers and pastels are also appropriate. Blue flowers represent sadness, and purple flowers represent respect. We recommend you also consider honoring the deceased with arrangements made with their favorite flower varieties and favorite colors. 

When should you have sympathy flowers delivered?

It is appropriate to send a vased bouquet of sympathy flowers or a sympathy plant as soon as you hear of the passing of the deceased. We recommend that you wait to send larger arrangements, like standing easel sprays or wreaths, until the funeral service is held. It is also a kind idea to send flowers to the home a week later to remind the bereaved that they are still in your thoughts.

What type of arrangement is appropriate to send to a funeral or memorial service?

Anyone may send floral baskets, vased arrangements or living plants. Floral wreaths, crosses, and sprays are appropriate when sent by anyone personally acquainted with the deceased or the family of the deceased. Tributes, casket covers, and urn arrangements are traditionally reserved for family members. Should you wish to send an arrangement of this type, be sure to ask the family first. If you would like to learn more about funeral flower etiquette, view our Funeral Etiquette guide.

Can I send a live plant to the funeral home?

Yes, it is appropriate to send a green or flowering plant to the funeral home. Many funeral homes will deliver plants or flowers to the home of the bereaved after the memorial services, if specified. Others may request that the family take them home with them.

Where can I send funeral and sympathy flowers in Sarasota?

Beneva is honored to offer delivery to all local cemeteries and funeral homes in Sarasota and surrounding areas at your convenience. We can also deliver to local residences and any location hosting a memorial service.

Can I send sympathy flowers to the family's home?

Absolutely. Some people choose to send flowers a week or so after the funeral, to remind the bereaved that they are still thinking of them and their loss. Floral honors are always appreciated, no matter when they are received.

What should I write in a sympathy card?

Coming up with the words for a sincere and thoughtful sympathy message is probably the most difficult of all. Trying to comfort someone who is in pain and has suffered a loss may leave you confused on where to begin. It is helpful to write words of support and encouragement and, above all else, to be sincere and thoughtful. Often a well-crafted quote works well to capture the sentiment you're feeling.If you are having some difficulty finding the right words, our sympathy guide may be helpful.

A Word from Our Customers

Average Rating:
4.7
Total Number of Reviews:
324
 
  • July 19, 2023
    Elizabeth M
    I called with a last minute order for flowers for a friend going through chemotherapy treatments. I expected a different arrangement than the one that was sent. The next day, I spoke with Chris in their office who offered to trade out the first arrangement with a new one. The second arrangement was absolutely beautiful and much more to my liking. They even let my friend keep the first arrangement also instead of doing a trade! I am extremely pleased with the service I received and will definitely order through Beneva Flowers again!!!
    Beneva Flowers
    We are simply delighted to hear that we could help, Elizabeth. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It means a lot!
  • May 14, 2023
    Bryan C.
    Beautiful arrangement! My mother adored her bouquet and they were delivered when they said they would be. I will be using you again!
    Beneva Flowers
    We are so happy to hear that your mother is enjoying her flowers, Bryan! Thank you for sharing your experience with us.
  • May 12, 2023
    Susan S.
    Beneva Flowers in Brandon went above and beyond in delivering a planter/floral arrangement to a funeral service on a short notice for me in April 2023. Heather personally delivered it to ensure it made it to the service on time. Gave them 5 stars, but would do more if I could. I would highly recommend Beneva Flowers for your floral needs. Thank you to Heather for the personal service!
    Beneva Flowers
    We are honored to hear that we could help, Susan. Thank you for sharing your experience with us. It means a lot.
  • March 25, 2023
    Lynn B
    We have received and order in the past week from Beneva. The Peace Lilies were beautiful and will last for years to come! Flower arrangement for the birth of a baby were awesome. Great job and very caring.
    Beneva Flowers
    Thank you for sharing your experience with us, Lynn! We are delighted to hear that we have been able to help.
  • February 1, 2022
    Kim D
    Your customer service is above excellent. I have used your shop twice in the last 30 days, one for a spur of the moment wedding bouquet and the second for a same day delivery of a birthday bouquet and both exceeded my expectations.
    Beneva Flowers
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, Kim! We are delighted to hear that you've enjoyed working with us!
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