Hi, I'm Catherine
Each of us lives our own unique life. Our experiences, interests, beliefs and relationships shape our life and make us the individual we are. All too often, these aspects of a person’s life are not reflected in their funeral ceremony. I believe that a funeral should be as unique as the person whose life it celebrates.
The death of a loved one can be a challenging time. There are so many things to arrange while coping with the loss of someone dear to you. I can guide you through the process of creating a deeply personal, memorable ceremony which can help you to say your goodbyes and ensures that your loved one is at the heart of things.
Choosing a Humanist funeral means you can decide what you want the ceremony to include; there is no set format. My role is to talk to you about the person whose life we are celebrating so that together we can find the best way to celebrate their life. You may already know the music, poetry and readings you would like to include or you may be looking for suggestions. You may know people who wish to speak at the ceremony or you may prefer to leave the speaking to me. The ceremony can be as formal or informal as you wish. Whatever you decide, I will offer calm reassurance and professional guidance from our initial meeting right through to the ceremony itself.
Afterwards I will make sure you have a presentation copy of the complete ceremony. I can also send an electronic version which may be useful if there are people who are unable to be there in person.
Please contact me if you have any questions or if you would like to discuss preparations for a funeral ceremony.
Catherine Gwinnett
Where I work
I live in Oadby and I am happy to conduct ceremonies anywhere in Leicester, Leicestershire, neighbouring counties and further afield.
Fees from...
£230
How to contact me
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HUMANIST CEREMONIES™ is the network of more than 550 celebrants, trained by national charity Humanists UK to a gold standard to provide memorable and meaningful humanist ceremonies to non-religious people. Operating throughout England, Wales, Northern Ireland and the Channel Islands, we deliver authentic, tailor-made and heartfelt ceremonies for life’s key moments. They are always inclusive and welcoming, regardless of the beliefs of those attending.
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Humanist funerals
Humanist funerals, memorials and ash ceremonies are a fitting way to honour a unique life with warmth, sensitivity and meaning, but without reference to religion or an afterlife. They put the story of the person who has died at the heart of the ceremony, paying tribute to them and the legacy they leave, and provide an opportunity to bring people together, not just to share sadness but to celebrate a life lived.
