Consolation (noun)

The act of comforting someone in a time of grief or disappointment.

Origin:

From latin consolationem, accusative of consolatio "comfort, solace".

Examples:

1. The letter from her friend was a great consolation.
2. He found consolation in his faith.
3. The charity work provided him with some consolation.
4. The flowers she received offered her some consolation.
5. The words of support were a great consolation to her.