For the situation at hand, probably something like "It is with regret that we learn about the passing of Mr. Liang. We will keep his family and associates in ou

For the situation at hand, probably something like "It is with regret that we learn about the passing of Mr. Liang. We will keep his family and associates in our thoughts." Add "and prayers" if in USA. It means the same thing, it just sounds slightly more appropriate for a corporation in 2010. Disclaimer: I'm not quite native either.