How to take care of someone grieving?

@Hope I can support someone grieving by just allowing them to vent and be themselves. I can give them a safe place with me in the chat where they can spill out what's weighing on their heart. I can assure them that their feelings are valid and they have the right to feel the way they do. I would not be quick to brush them off and expect them to heal overnight. Grief is something we may all have experienced; but we all grieve differently. I would remind the person that there is no wrong or right way to grieve and that I hope they find peace by holding onto the sweet memories of their loved one.

I have a colleague who recently lost her father suddenly a few weeks ago. She had called in sick today, my other colleague tells me that she doesn't feel mentally stable enough to work yet. I'm not sure how or what I could say to her as comfort. When I saw her at work yesterday, she looked a bit pale and not in the mood. So, I had only greeted her and let her be. She might call in sick for tomorrow too, but I'm not sure what to say to her if I were to send her a text message.

I thought that aside from the sudden loss, she'd be also relieved. But I guess because she was at his bedside during his last moments, that hurt most. I wish there was more that I could do. Things that I could say.

I think that for me just an acknowledgement if my loss would be nice.

Something Like, "You two were close, I know this must hurt"

Or "I know you miss your friend"

Or a quick card or note asking if I was handling things okay.

I try to ask of there is anything I can handle for them when it's someone else. Can I mow your grass or run errands for you. Mayne call later and let them know I would love to go to lunch or I might ask them over for a glass of wine ir offer to bring one by to share with them. Depends on the person.