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Absence Excuse Letter
Sample Absence Excuse Letter for Work

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Use this sample absence excuse letter when you need to provide a written excuse for missing work.

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Sample Absence Excuse Letter

Date

Name
Title
Organization
Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mr./Ms. Last Name:

Please accept this letter as written notification that I was unable to attend work on August 1, 2008 due to family illness.

Please let me know if I can provide any further information.

Sincerely,

Your Signature

Your Typed Name

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Please Note: This sample is provided for guidance only. The provided information, including samples and examples, is not guaranteed for accuracy or legality. Letters and other correspondence should be edited to fit your personal situation.

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