I’m a Humanist Ceremonies funeral celebrant, trained and accredited by Humanists UK, based in Lincoln. I create and lead memorable and meaningful non-religious funerals, celebrations of life, memorials and ash ceremonies. Each ceremony is bespoke: carefully crafted to reflect the individual who has died, their values, relationships and contribution, and to provide an authentic, sincere farewell for everyone attending.
You may be reading this because you need to arrange a funeral soon, are supporting someone who is approaching the end of life or are planning ahead for your own funeral. In any of these circumstances, I can help by working closely with you, online or in person, to listen to what matters, gather stories and memories, and shape them into a funeral service that honours the person and supports those who are grieving. My aim is to create a space where family and friends can come together not only to acknowledge loss, but also to celebrate a unique human life and the legacy it leaves behind.
I trained as a Humanist celebrant because I believe death matters. I know from personal experience that the way we mark it can be life-changing when done with care and sensitivity. A funeral I help to create will emphasise the intrinsic value of human life and the shared experience of death, expressed through the character and life of the person who has died. There are very few rules for funerals, so you should feel able to ask for what is meaningful: readings, music, tributes, shared silence, or other personal elements. I can guide you through options and make suggestions if that is helpful.
If you have not yet contacted a Funeral Director, I can explain how the process works and what choices are available; there is no need to rush. Please contact me for an initial conversation so I can explain how I work and support you in creating the most fitting ceremony.
I am also trained as an end-of-life companion. If you wish to discuss arrangements for the end of your life (a ‘living will’), I can help you and those close to you have an informed and sensitive conversation about your preferences and wishes.
