A humanist memorial Celebrant with 14+ years' experience leading touching humanist memorial ceremonies, interments of ashes and scatterings of ashes across West Yorkshire (Huddersfield, Halifax, Wakefield, Bradford), North Yorkshire (Skipton, Harrogate, York) and beyond. 500+ exemplary testimonials. I'm so passionate about what I do.
‘We wanted our dad’s memorial to be personal and unique. Hannah's approach was perfect. She worked closely with us to help craft a special service, bringing wider family and friends into the process. It was just how we wanted to remember him.’ Emily
What kind of service do you offer? - I create bespoke memorial ceremonies, rather than funerals, and this includes writing for those wanting to either scatter ashes themselves or have an interment of ashes in a burial ground or similar. Often families want to take time to organise a fitting occasion after a cremation or burial has taken place, or they might have had an unattended cremation and want to focus on a beautiful Celebration of Life, written with their words and/or those of loved ones.
‘I just wanted to thank you. You did a remarkable job. Listening to the eulogy you wrote brought back so many happy memories of Phil, it was a fantastic tribute. You gave him the best send off ever. Forever grateful.’ Carolyn
How does your process work? - First of all, I'd find out more about the person whose life we're celebrating. Then I'd talk you through the ways I usually create my bespoke memorial ceremonies and involve nominated contributors. Once we're happy with the general outline, I'd suggest appropriate themes for the writing and you'd have the opportunity to sign off on the bespoke questions I'd ask our contributors to answer. I then write with their words, all interwoven into one seamless whole.
‘The lovely tribute Hannah created with our family’s words in my wife’s memory was very precious. An amazing centrepiece which made for an excellent service, it was written beautifully and really captured her. Hannah did her proud.’ Barrie + family
What difference can this make? - Having experienced grief, I know how overwhelming it can be and how difficult it is to feel you have done the memory of your loved one justice. Working with an experienced professional, someone who is invested in what you're going to create together, but also once removed, means you're able to gain valuable perspective. Sharing the creative experience with others can also play a pivotal supportive role.
