Turkey - Question about Condolences

[Nik+Heather 121]

Hello Visa Journey friends,

I have a somewhat off-topic question:

The mother of one of my co-workers has passed away, and I would like to do something/bring something to express my condolences. We interact daily on a professional level, and have no personal relationship beyond the usual Friday afternoon shop talk or vacation/travel discussion, which occurs at work. I like him to the extent that I enjoy these conversations, and would like to do something a (very) little more than sign a group/department-wide card.

I was thinking of bringing something like a small vase of flowers and personal card to work when he returns from Turkey, but that's sort of American, and I wondered if there was an equivalent but different tradition for Turkey. Is there something which you could suggest? Things to avoid?

Thanks,

Heather

[gwenstar 66]

I think this is a really wonderful idea. I am sure it will be very appreciated that you took the time to do a little something extra and to make it meaningful to them.