What should I get for my co-worker, who's father has just passed away?
830901
my mother just passed away last month, at 77,,, my friends/neighbors brought over things like a meal,,, a pound cake etc, i think that is always a nice touch, and appreciated especially if you have relatives come in or people over
332480
I think it would be cool to get him something that he can remember you by like maybe getting a personalized gift at the store Things Remembered.\nThere is always the Gift Card option too that way you know he will be getting something he wants or can use.
942
This is a tricky question as it may not even be allowed where you are employed. If it is there may be restrictions set by the company on how much each gift can be in cost, what types are allowed, etc. If it is a very small company talk to who is in charge about the gift giving policy. Something small and not very personal are your best choices, things like candles are always welcomed for just one idea
969338
I think that the mp3 would be thoughtful since he likes to use yours and you could also give him a CD mix with some songs that remind you of him and him of you to put on there... but next to that you could also make him something. \n\nOne gift I made him was a nice photo album with photos that we took together or of things that were on trips we took together. This christmas I am also doing something like that with photo-transfers but if you are not artistically inclined a scrap book is really a easy and very personal gift to make. Simply head to your local craft store for ideas... and remember to leave blank pages for the memories you still have to create!
778019
In the event of a death - his funds should be frozen for a period of time.  Your cheque should be honoured but it may be delayed.  If you can wait for your money - it would be very considerate of you since the widow will now have a million things to deal with regarding her late husband (funeral, casket, headstone, etc...) let alone finding the time to be in mourning.\n\nIf your able to speak with the wife - bring it up after everything has settled (maybe after the holidays...)\n\nSorry for your loss
726809
You're very sweet to take so much care with this. First of all, for her father, maybe to acknowlegde their relationship, get a gift they can use together, games to bring to his house, a gift card to something they like to do together whether it's movies, Chuck E Cheese, or skiing. For your stepdaughter, a nice dance bag would be thoughtful, or tickets to a musical if you live in a town that puts them on. Of course, an mp3 player is sure to make a hit, if she doesn't already have one. She's nine and must be starting to love clothes (my daughter already does at 5!) so give her a "coupon" for a small shopping spree, you decide the limit! Good luck and have a great holiday!
133449
How about an I.O.U. for the gift you're going to give him when he gets home? ;)
876491
spend as much time with him as you can before he passes, you will appreciate that later....after grief however you please and get on with you life instead of dwelling on his death...more than likely it is what he would want and im sure he'd be proud of you
605075
You can buy him something for the office his going to work in. Even better, go and give his office a personal touch and put the stuff in while his out. \n\nSo he will be reminded of you every day he is working, and it would be something special.\n\nHe seems like a Lucky man.
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Something that they can perhaps decorate in their living room or elsewhere...with your own words about your parents & how you feel for them (something short n sweet), and a picture of all of you? They would be very proud to have such a thing and would always preserve it. \n\nOr perhaps something they can both go to...together..perhaps a nice spa treatment?\n\nAnd don't forget a nice greeting card that says it all.
119444
You could give him a hand written card to thank him, being as specific as you can.  He might keep it and treasure it forever.
824100
I would give him something priceless, my time, just to chat, go to lunch, a walk. Just good quality time.You could make him a coupon book with all those things in it, so he could turn them in at will. Think of at least 12 things. There is nothing like time with your Dad, I would give anything to hug mine just one more time.
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anything that you think wow "john" would like this but try to not get to personal if you wnat him to stay a friend. you could just get a gift card too. these have become very popular these days. just pick a storee he would like and get one. sign it your friend "jane".
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Check out Yahoo! Gift Finder ( http://shopping.yahoo.com/giftfinder/ ). They have good ideas. You click on the occasion ("Birthday" in this case), then gender/age range, then relationship ("father"), then "Lifestyle", then you get a list of suggestions.
908403
something thoughtful..pay attention to the details...and work with that.  i've been with my bf for 4 yrs...he's 26, and i'm just getting him all of those little extras.  he just ordered a new lcd tv, so i got him a new dvd player and tons of dvd's that mean something to us.  i'm gonna put together an album or a quilt that's made up of our memories (can't decide which one yet)...im basically just going to get a bunch of thoughtful things...i know that it will mean so much more to him than one huge big-priced item.  \n\ni'm hoping for a diamond..haha...
169549
depends on the person; how close is to you or how much you care. money is always nice to receive but try to give a gift card or a gift certificate show that there was some thought into the gift. it could be clothing specially if the loved one is using it (lingerie). a favorite meal with a movie its good too. or if he has hobbies show support by getting something related to it. in any case a kiss and a hug will always do. good luck.
810235
Marie is right.  If you didn't know her personally, a small gift in her honor to a charity is perfect.  Then give a card to your supervisor letting her know about the gift, and that you're very sorry for her loss.  Maybe you could arrange to have the department (if it's a large enough one) pitch in to send her a basket of fruit or cookies or something.  But whatever you do, do it in the next day or two.