For you, with you
Say farewell to your loved ones with a ceremony
that perfectly reflects their life’s journey.
Honouring life's journeys
There is no doubt that every person makes some impact on this world, therefore everyone deserves to be remembered in a way that is honourable and dignified
You may have a clear idea of the kind of final farewell you are hoping for, or you may be finding everything overwhelming at this time, in either case, allow me to support and guide you in every aspect, from poetry and music to tributes and eulogy. Together we can create the perfect goodbye.
From funeral services to celebration of life memorials, your preferences, choices and beliefs will be integrally woven into the occassion. Through personal and honest storytelling, I endeavour to encaspulate the unique character of your loved one for everyone to recognise.
Your Story in Your Words -
A Living Biography
As a storyteller, a gatherer of facts, history and anecdotes, I am pleased to offer a living biography service.
In an informal discovery meeting, you can tell me your story firsthand and then allow me to shape your words to narrate the journey of your unique life: your experiences and adventures from childhood to first love, moments that made you laugh or cry, to family and beyond.
Once completed, you will have a very personal memoir, your life in your words. A reminder of days gone by, to share with family and leave as a legacy for future generations.
Every life is a life well lead. Your story deserves to be told.
Please contact me for more information.
How Can I Help?
Whether you are looking for assistance with planning and delivering a traditional ceremony, you are thinking of making arrangements for your own funeral or you require help organising a memorial service for a loved one, my knowledge and expertise can provide the inspiration you need.
My commitment includes:
An initial discovery and
planning meeting
Collaboration over music
and readings
Creating a eulogy or support with your writing.
Being available for guidance and advice
Conducting the service
Ash scattering and celebration of life memorials
A farewell, fitting for all.
Funerals have evolved in recent times and there is now breadth of choice when it comes to choosing the perfect farewell. There are very few restrictions as to how or where you can celebrate a life well lived, from traditional services held in a church and lead by clergy to scattering of ashes memorials on the beach, lead by a celebrant.
With the acclivity for funeral plans, alongside more familiar rituals, many funeral directors offer a range of services which include total organisation and
pre-payment to ease the burden on grieving families.
Also there is increased popularity for choosing direct funerals, unattended burial or cremation with the return of ashes at a greatly reduced cost. While this preference is financially beneficial, a lack of ceremony can have a profoundly adverse effect on those experiencing loss.
Mourning can be disrupted if the opportunity to honour and commemorate is removed. The power of gathering and acknowledging the life and passing of a loved one, as a collective, is often overlooked following a direct funeral but is widely recognised as a fundamental part of the grieving journey.
My celebrant skills and knowledge can help you arrange that celebration in memory of your loved one at a time that suits everyone. Consider a place that truly reflects their joy, their hobby or their passion, we can hold it there. I can help.
Navigating grief together
Grief is ever-changing, moving, flowing and is a wholly personal and individual experience.
It is a passage to be negotiated, a difficult journey that must be explored and no two people will travel the same path of grief.
Please remember, be kind to yourself.
Take your time.
There is no rush.
Testimonials
"I am so grateful for Nicole's kindness and professionalism. Thank you so much for taking such deft care of my family during the most difficult time. We had no worries - she made everything perfect." A.M
"Nicole was incredibly warm, friendly and professional from the initial meeting and throughout. She kept us updated and regularly checked in. The eulogy was warm, beautifully written and poignant. Her delivery was effortless and inviting and it truly felt as though she were a member of the family. We will always be eternally grateful." R.C.