May we find comfort in the treasured memories of those no longer with us.

Losing a special loved one is an extremely difficult time. It falls to the closest family and friends to arrange the final farewell, at a time when emotions are heightened and the process of mourning has only just begun. Using my experience of funeral ceremonies, I conduct respectful, bespoke services that are truly a positive celebration of the life of those who have died.

Many people are unwilling to talk about death before their time comes, so their loved ones find themselves rather lost when it comes to arranging a service to reflect the life of the person who has died.

I spend time meeting with you and your family, talking about the one that you have lost. This is never a rushed experience- and I always bring tissues. I carefully collect your stories and anecdotes, weaving them into a fitting tribute to your loved one's life. I take great care to consider the required level of formality- sometimes families take great comfort from hearing me share amusing tales or their loved one's familiar phrases whilst others prefer a more sombre and traditional reflection.

I write and lead all ceremonies in a highly personalised manner so that I can reflect the full character and life of the person who has died and produce a fitting and suitable tribute to them. I have a large resource of suitable readings and poems which I can suggest and discuss. I can read these on your behalf or assist a key mourner to undertake the role. There is space within each service for meaningful music to be played and I am happy to discuss your choices, which I will introduce and explain.

I send the draft versions of the service to you for approval before the ceremony, so that you can be confident that your loved one is accurately represented in my words. I allow plenty of time for any adaptations or changes to be made.

After the ceremony, I will send you a presentation copy of the service to keep as a treasured personal memory.