Humanist funerals offer a personal and fitting way to say goodbye to those who have lived without religion. They honour the person who has died with a non-religious ceremony, focusing on the life they led, the relationships they forged, and the legacy they left.
‘Whilst still sad, people thought it was a beautiful and uplifting funeral and many commented that it was the most personal funeral they’d ever been to.’
Funeral stories
Read stories that capture the essence of heartfelt goodbyes, reflecting the depth of human connections and our shared values.
Ideas for including uplifting moments in a funeral
When someone dies, amid the grief and loss felt by the people close to them, there is often a desire to celebrate the life they lived and to share happy…
6 Tips for How to Create a Personal Celebration of Life Ceremony
Planning a funeral can be one of life’s most emotional challenges, but it’s also an opportunity to celebrate a life in a way that reflects the individual’s unique personality, values,…
Margaret, Steve’s partner of 60 years, explains how a humanist celebrant helped her remember and celebrate Steve’s life with his friends and family on the farm that he loved, as…
