Funerals
Celebration of Life Ceremonies
Having trained with Civil Ceremonies Ltd where I gained a diploma in Funeral Celebrancy.
I'm here for you - I could be the person you have been looking for. To help you give your loved one a truly unique funeral service, one that is focused on them. I am all about giving you a choice. If you wish to have the service in a crematorium or burial site that's fine. But I want you to know that you can hold a final farewell in a barn, a village hall, a community centre, a golf club or even in your back garden.
The chances are you are looking for something a bit special, a meaningful ceremony. Guests should leave the service saying it is the best funeral they have been to. Get in touch and we can chat over a pot of tea
By separating the cremation or burial from the celebration of life ceremony, you completely change the atmosphere allowing yourself to provide a much more personal experience. The cremation or burial can then follow with a short service. A funeral is hard I acknowledge that and work towards making it as meaningful and fulfilling as it can be.
You can celebrate your loved one's life in any way you choose.
As part of the ceremony, you may wish to listen to their favourite music, watch a slideshow of photographs, or alternatively sit in silence. Ask relatives and friends to talk about the person’s life and then have a space where everyone can come up and share stories of their loved ones.
Whilst a civil, secular ceremony is not religious, religious content may be included, such as prayers or hymns.
I can advise you about poems and music. They are the most emotive elements of the ceremony and can stay in the hearts and minds of those attending indefinitely.
Through conversation, I find out about your loved one’s life before writing their eulogy. I always give you a draft of the ceremony so you can make corrections, and add more memories and ideas until it is perfect for you.
Pre-planned Funeral Script
Planning your own funeral or memorial ceremony can provide peace of mind to you and your family. By planning your end-of-life ceremony you can design and specify the exact type of ceremony you’d like. Your friends and family can then celebrate you and your life as you wish and they’ll have clarity about your final wishes during a difficult emotional time.
As a professionally trained funeral celebrant, I will guide you through all your options and then create a Funeral Wishes document for you to give to your next of kin for safekeeping. This can include the place of the ceremony, your life story, music, letters, photographs, poems, where you would like any ashes scattered and even special requests to personalise your funeral wishes.