Funerals & Life Celebrations
Celebrating the life of those we love
Losing someone you love and cherish can feel overwhelming, all consuming and at times disorientating. The prospect of trying to plan a funeral ceremony may feel too much too soon.
Whilst the funeral director will be there to oversee the practical elements of the service, I can assist and support you to find the words you want to say at a time when you might be finding it difficult to find any words at all.
Together we can write a truly fitting tribute that captures the essence of your loved one and honours and celebrates the life they have lived.
A celebrant led service offers you complete freedom to draw upon and incorporate your own faith, values and beliefs which have relevance and meaning to you and were important to your loved one.
The ceremony will be unique and personal, reflecting your personal preferences, needs and wishes.
Some people like to incorporate aspects of their faith and religious beliefs by singing a hymn or reading a prayer, while others may wish not to make any reference to religion and prefer to include a well loved poem or favourite piece of music that has personal sentiment and shared memories.
Developing the funeral service together
The first step will be to arrange a meeting with you, your family and/or friends at a place where you feel comfortable.
We will have this time to get to know each other and for you to share with me you’re loved ones story; so that I can write a eulogy that truly captures the essence of who they were, what they did and all the things you loved about them,
You may wish me to write and deliver the whole service, or you may like to consider asking friends and family to pay their own tributes.
We can adapt and amend the script until it’s feels right.
On the day
On the day of the funeral I will there early to greet you and introduce myself to close family and friends.
I will of course be available to answer any final questions and address any concerns you may have.
The service will follow the script that we have created and agreed together.
With care and compassion I will lead us through the service where we say goodbye to your loved one.
After the ceremony I will create a copy of the ceremony script for you to keep and cherish.
Finding our own way to say our goodbyes
The way in which we choose to say our goodbyes and remember a loved one is very personal. You may need some time and space to find the right way to say farewell
A memorial service after the funeral may feel a more fitting time to celebrate the life of your loved with friends and family as you are able to choose a setting that feels more comfortable and suitable for you and have more time to share memories and stories together.
You may decide that scattering the ashes or planting a tree in honour of your loved one is the right time to share the words you want to say.
Whatever your decision I can create and deliver a script which will bring words of comfort to you whilst honouring the life of your loved one.
A service delivered with care
This will be a difficult and emotional time for you. I hope I can offer some comfort and reassurance during the planning of the funeral service.
I have a wealth of experience working and supporting families through times of sadness and challenge, so you can be sure that my involvement will be delivered with, sensitivity and care.
Get in touch
For more information and advice please give me a call or click below to access the enquiry form.
Your funeral director may already be coordinating the funeral plans on your behalf so please let them know you are interested in finding out about my services so they can get in touch.