Organising a funeral or memorial ceremony for someone you love can be tough. Not only are you unlikely to have much experience of the process, but you’re probably not going to be in the best frame of mind to give it the time and thought it needs, either. What kind of ceremony is right? Where should you hold it? What should you say? Who should be involved? What about music, poetry, readings? Are there rules about how it should all be done? I’d welcome the chance to talk you through the options available: just call or email using the details in the panel opposite.
I’m experienced in all sorts of humanist and non-religious ceremonies, from those at traditional crematoria to woodland burials, and from ashes interments to joyous celebrations of life held in venues as diverse as village halls, public gardens and art galleries. I’ll work closely with you to create the perfect ceremony, making sure you achieve just the balance of celebration and commemoration that you want.
Contact me at any time, or ask your funeral director to contact me if you'd prefer.
“Thank you so much for today, you were superb. You have been fantastic from the moment we first spoke, and we really appreciate all your work and help. Everyone has been saying what a wonderful celebrant you were, and how well you spoke, so thank you.”
Charlotte
“We wanted to thank you for making Friday so special for us. The service was exactly what we wanted to celebrate Dad’s life and to remember him. We really appreciate that you ‘got us’, and understood exactly what we wanted. Your expertise and support was invaluable: we’ve all watched the webcast many times and will treasure the script you gave us.”
Wendy
“We'd like to thank you so much for officiating at the ceremony on Friday, it was just perfect. You were so kind and thoughtful in your words, it just captured Mum and Dad’s lives perfectly. Having never attended a humanist service before we were all very impressed by it and will certainly recommend you to anyone. You were brilliant, thank you!“
Joy
“Thank you so much for being the perfect celebrant. Your balance of gravitas, emotion and warmth was exactly what we needed, and we loved it.”
Marc
