This is somebody like me, who works closely with you, alongside your Funeral Director, to create and lead a highly personal ceremony that reflects the life, personality and wishes of the person who has died. 

Unlike more traditional services, they offer much more flexibility. You’re not required to follow a set of formal rules - you can include whatever feels right, whether that’s religious elements, non-religious or a mix of both and in a location of your choice. 

On my Free Guides page, you will find a guide that I have created that explains the role in more detail.

There are lots of ways a ceremony can be arranged, and I’ll help you find what feels right for you and your family. Some of the most common options are:

A ceremony at a crematorium or chapel followed by a cremation or burial

A graveside ceremony

A ceremony at another meaningful place, followed by a committal (burial or cremation)

A memorial service

A scattering or interment of ashes

A living funeral

You can find out more about these on my Types of Ceremony page.

Usually around 20 to 40 minutes, depending on the venue. 

Your funeral director will confirm the exact timing and I’ll help you plan everything so that it fits comfortably without feeling rushed.

A direct cremation doesn’t mean you can’t have a meaningful goodbye. I can work with you to create a memorial or celebration of life ceremony, at a time and place that feels right, so you still have that opportunity to come together and mark the moment in your own way.

A eulogy is a tribute that tells the story of a person’s life - their character, their relationships, and the memories that matter most. I will write and deliver this as part of the ceremony, based on everything you share with me - and if you or someone close to you would like to add or speak your own words as well, we can absolutely include that too.

Only if you want to. 

Some people feel strongly about saying something themselves, while others prefer not to - and both are completely okay.

You might choose to read something, share a few words, or ask someone else to do that on your behalf. Or you may prefer for me to take care of everything on the day.

We’ll talk it through together, so you can decide what feels most comfortable.

Yes - of course. 

Music, readings, photos, stories, even small symbolic gestures can all be included. These are often the things that make a ceremony feel especially personal and meaningful.

I’ll help you think through what might feel right, without it ever feeling overwhelming.

An order of service is a printed booklet that guides people through the ceremony. It usually includes things like the structure, any readings or music and names of those taking part. 

If you plan to provide one, I can help you shape the content, and your funeral director will usually arrange the design and printing.

You can call or email me directly, or fill out a contact form and I will get back to you. You can also ask your Funeral Director to contact me if you prefer. Contact details can be found on my Contact page.

And if I don’t answer straight away, don’t worry. I will always try to get back to you the same day.