Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy.
As your funeral celebrant, I'll be with you each step of the way, taking the time to understand your loved one's life; how you, your family and their nearest and dearest felt about them; and what you'd want from the ceremony.
Each special memory will be shared with dignity, warmth, respect and, if appropriate, even humour.
Working together, we'll create a ceremony which celebrates and honours your loved one's life, incorporating the elements you wish, whether they be readings, reflections, rituals, poems or songs that truly resonate with you and reflect your loved one's character and beliefs. I can even personally pen poems as a tribute to them if you wish. There are a lot of things to think about at a time like this and it can be quite overwhelming. If you’re worried about what to include, I can help you with warm and practical guidance.
Together, we’ll create a service which provides beautiful, lasting memories for those who attend.
Where necessary, I’ll also liaise with your Funeral Director, and your crematorium or burial site, on your behalf to ensure the ceremony runs smoothly and you have one less thing to worry about.
On the day of the ceremony, I’ll lead your service and support you, your family and friends, as you say your goodbyes.
During one of the most difficult times you’ll face, your ceremony will be written and delivered from the heart, with professionalism and care.
How do I work?
After an initial call with you or a referral from your Funeral Director, we’ll meet to discuss what you’d like to include in the service. We’ll talk about your loved one's background, family, friends, work, hobbies, personality, beliefs and touching or funny memories.
I’ll then support you in creating the words for the service until you’re happy with the content. The funeral service memories will last a lifetime. It’s very important to me that it’s right, because I know it’s important to you. I am there to support and guide you throughout, and to craft and conduct the ceremony or memorial on your behalf, ensuring it is everything you wish it to be.
I’ll work closely with you and the Funeral Director to make sure that you can say goodbye to your loved one in the most appropriate way.
There are many options available to you:
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A traditional cremation or burial ceremony
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A small, family only service, followed by a memorial service a few weeks later
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A private cremation and then a celebration of their life at a later date
Whatever type of ceremony you choose, there is always flexibility.
Additional Support
Below you'll find some additional support I can give to you, your family or friends in preparing for the ceremony or during the ceremony itself.
Other Ceremony Types
Living Ceremony
A living ceremony is for those who wish to be present at the final celebration of their life. This type of ceremony is not a new idea. In Japan, people have been holding them since the 1990's.
The book 'Tuesday's with Morrie' prompted people to think about why we hold funerals after someone has died, when we could, in fact, hold a ceremony whilst they are still with us. More recently, there have been high profile cases of people with terminal illnesses holding this kind of ceremony.
The ceremony gives the individual a chance to say thank you to those who have helped and supported them over the years.
Some people also use it as an opportunity to explain why they have written their Will a certain way.
Living ceremonies are often planned by the individual with help and support from their family and friends. We would work together on this process to ensure that the Ceremony runs smoothly on the day.
From £230
Memorial Ceremony
If you or your loved one opted for a non-attended direct cremation or if you feel that the funeral itself didn't offer you the opportunity to fully celebrate the life of your loved one, you may want to arrange a memorial ceremony or celebration of life.
Although direct cremations can seem cost effective, simple and flexible, they can also leave the bereaved family and friends feeling that they are isolated as they haven't come together as a community with shared memories; that their grieving journey has been held back or that their emotions are all bottled up with no way of releasing them. You may have felt the same way if you had a shorter slot than you would have like at the funeral.
A memorial or celebration of life, which can be held in a location of your choosing at a time which is convenient to you, can provide you, your family and friends with an opportunity to collectively remember and celebrate the life of your loved one in a way that respects their legacy and your journey through grief.
From £230
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