When we have truly loved someone we never really lose them

As you are reading this, then you will have already lost a loved one

or are preparing to say goodbye to someone dear to you. This can be a bewildering and difficult time but I am here to help you and to guide you through the process of saying the final goodbye.

I have experienced personal loss and grief many times and it can be a difficult process to navigate but I am here to support and guide you, so together we can develop your final farewell and make your loved one's last journey, one to remember.

Lets capture your loved ones life

Many people hold their services in a crematorium, but I am happy to conduct your chosen funeral or celebration of life at a graveside, a natural burial ground, in a garden or woodland, as well as at a crematorium. If you are hosting a Memorial gathering, this can be at a venue of your choosing; a hotel, a park, a steam train, anywhere that feels right for you to remember and celebrate the life of your loved one. Together we will start at the beginning and move through your loved one’s life capturing all the elements you and their family wish to include. This can be a simple and intimate goodbye or a large and exuberant celebration of life!

Whatever is right for you can be included, live music, readings, prayers or symbolic rituals and I am very happy to be guided and influenced by your own cultural backgrounds and individuality.

I have been teaching and nursing throughout my professional life

I retired some years ago from a Nursing and Teaching environment and decided as I reached a milestone birthday that it would be a waste to not continue supporting and caring for people so my 70th birthday present to myself was to train as a Celebrant. I am experienced in helping people during challenging times and am attentive and mindful of people’s needs. I have lost loved ones over my lifetime and I know what it is like to have loved deeply and to lose people you are close to, I empathise with you for your loss and would be honoured to support you through this difficult period of arranging your loved one’s final farewell.

What you will receive from me on booking


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    A phone call to arrange a meeting, either virtually or face to face depending on your preference.

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    I am happy to meet with a number of family members to listen to the variety of stories that reflect the life that has passed and to discover what you would like.
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    A bespoke and personal first draft of the ceremony script including the eulogy, if needed, for your loved one. This is for you to read through and alter if necessary.
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    Discussion about the Order of Service with help to identify music and readings if preferred. I will work closely with your Funeral Director on all things.
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    Being contactable to finalise the content before the ceremony and if you have any more questions or worries.
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    Greeting you on the day on arrival at the place of the funeral
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    A copy of the ceremony script after the celebration