My reply to him:
Dear Simon,
I'm so sorry....
My deepest condolences...If u need help, a shoulder to cry on, I will not hesitate to lend u one.
And I am utterly sorry and barge into your life during your most sorrowest period . If it is the case, pls accept my most sincere apologies.
Be strong, OK?
Yours sincerely,
Xinhui