Planning a beautiful tribute together

It’s sometimes hard to imagine how, having just lost someone, you’re going to find the right words.  That’s where your funeral celebrant can make things a little easier.  Here’s how I’ll work with you, your family and friends…

Every tribute begins with a conversation.  I’ll take time to listen, with care and curiosity, as you share stories, moments, quirks and the essence of the person you wish to remember. It’s in these details that we discover what truly matters.

Crafting a ceremony that feels like them

From our first meeting, we spark the tone: gentle, joyful, intimate. Maybe they were known for their humour, their love of music, or their grand Sunday roasts - whatever made them unique, we weave that into the story. While many funerals have a common structure, rather than follow a script, we’ll create something authentic and meaningful that captures their spirit.

Creating moments for everyone

Memorials are for family, chosen family, friends, neighbours and workmates. Anyone who knew and loved the person were remembering.  Together, we’ll decide how to include everyone - whether through readings, shared memories, symbolic gestures, or simply inviting everyone to reflect. It becomes a community coming together, warm and personal.

Gentle guidance every step of the way

You don’t need to know how to craft a ceremony; from structure to music to spoken words I’m here to guide you. I’ll offer ideas, sample phrases, prompts to spark memories, and creative suggestions grounded in what feels right for you.

This is your tribute, not one-size-fits-all. We’ll honour what made your loved one special; whether that’s a smile, a story, or a single characteristic that always reminded you of them. Every element we include should feel “them,” so the ceremony becomes a true reflection, not a formality.

Let’s walk through your memories together and craft a tribute as individual as the life it celebrates.