Funerals, Living & Planned Funerals & Memorials
Cremations, Burials, Interments & Scattering of Ashes, Memorials & Celebrations of Life
Here to Help You Through
Losing a loved one is one of the hardest moments we face, and the thought of organising a funeral or memorial can feel overwhelming. Grief is, after all, the price we pay for love.
Traditional Funerals
In most cases, it is those closest to the person who take the first steps in arranging a funeral that reflects their life and values. My role as a celebrant is to gently guide you through this process and create a ceremony that honours your loved one with compassion, dignity and care. Whether held at a crematorium, burial ground, or another meaningful place, these ceremonies give family and friends the chance to gather, share memories, and say goodbye in a way that feels both personal and respectful.
Planned Funerals
Some people find peace of mind in arranging their own farewell. A planned funeral service lets you choose the music, readings, themes, and even words for your own eulogy. It ensures your wishes are respected and lifts the weight of decision-making from your loved ones at a painful time. Thoughtful preparation, even years ahead, is in many ways a final act of love.
Living Funerals
More people are choosing to be part of their own farewell with a living funeral ceremony. This unique gathering gives you the chance to hear tributes, share memories, and feel the love of friends and family while you’re still here to enjoy it. It’s an opportunity to say “thank you,” “I love you,” and “goodbye” in person — creating lasting, meaningful moments that bring comfort and joy.
Honouring a Unique Life
Every person is unique, and every life deserves to be remembered in a way that reflects who they truly were – their character, passions, achievements and relationships.
Together, we will talk about your loved one’s life, the people and memories that mattered most, and I will craft a bespoke service that captures their essence and offers comfort to family and friends.
What’s Included with The Ceremony?
When you lose someone you love, the thought of arranging a service can feel overwhelming.
My role is to ease that burden by guiding you through each step with compassion and care. I’ll spend time learning about your loved one, listening to stories, and understanding what made them special, before crafting a ceremony that truly honours their life.
Here's a list of some of the things you can expect.
We'll meet face-to-face (or using Microsoft Teams® if you prefer) to discuss your ceremony in detail.
I'll plan your ceremony with a bespoke script, specially tailored to you or your loved one.
I'll make suggestions for poems, readings & other aspects of the ceremony.
Writing the eulogy for you, or if you’d prefer to write it yourself, I’ll be there to guide and support you.
I'll liaise with suppliers — like crematoria, burial grounds, or other venues — to ensure they understand the details of the ceremony and are fully prepared.
From the moment you book until the day of the ceremony, I’ll be here for any questions, changes, or simply a reassuring chat.
Attendance at your venue in advance to ensure arrangements are put in place for the day of the ceremony.
Early arrival on the day, to ensure everything is in order and ready for your congregation's arrival. I will then conduct the ceremony.
I'll provide a special copy of the ceremony script at the end.
Where Can The Ceremony Be Held?
Your ceremony can be held wherever feels right: a crematorium, church, woodland or natural burial site or a place with personal significance such as a beach, meadow, hotel or golf club.
The service can take place before or after a cremation or burial, or be held separately as a memorial or celebration of life.
As a funeral service celebrant based in Wymondham, I can offer suggestions and ideas about locations and venues for your ceremony. Please feel free to get in touch for advice.
Direct Cremation &
Memorial Gatherings
If your loved one chose a direct cremation, you may still wish to hold a ceremony. A celebration of life or memorial gathering offers family and friends a meaningful chance to come together, pay tribute and, if you wish, scatter ashes in a place that holds special memories.
Adding
Personal Touches
You have complete freedom in shaping the ceremony. You might include:
• Religious, spiritual or cultural elements – or none at all
• Family and friends sharing readings, poetry or music
• A piper or live musicians
• Visual tributes such as photographs or video
• Ceremonial honours such as flag bearers (for military or emergency service backgrounds)
• The wearing of service medals as a mark of respect
Crematorium services:
Crematoriums usually limit services to around 30 minutes
Private venues:
Private venues cater for durations as long or as short as you want, and may be followed by a wake, giving everyone space to share memories together.