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I’m deeply passionate about creating living funerals—special, meaningful ceremonies held for someone who is still with us but approaching the end of life.

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These gatherings offer a rare and precious opportunity to celebrate a person’s life with them present, giving them the joy of hearing the love, gratitude, and stories that might otherwise go unspoken.

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If you’d like support in creating a living funeral that truly reflects you or your loved one, I would be honoured to help. With over 35 years’ experience in social work and health and social care, I bring compassion, sensitivity, and practical guidance to every ceremony.

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Each living funeral is completely customisable, giving space for authentic expression, connection, and gentle closure.

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What happens next?

We can meet either in person or online — whatever feels most comfortable for you. To help spark ideas, I’ll share some gentle questions that guide our conversation.

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You may be surprised by how uplifting these planning sessions can be. Alongside the tender and emotional moments, there is often space for smiles, laughter, and shared memories.

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From your stories, preferences, and the details you choose to share, I will craft a ceremony that truly reflects you. We’ll review everything together to make sure it feels right.

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I’ll follow your lead in how you’d like me to support you, and I’m always happy to offer suggestions to help shape your Living Funeral ceremony into something meaningful and personal.

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If you’d like to explore this further, please get in touch to arrange a complimentary call.

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What will we talk about?

  • What Is a Living Funeral?

  • Heart of the Celebration: Your vision

  • Content of your Ceremony

  • Planning & Design Considerations

  • The Celebrant's Role

  • Venue Choice

  • Guest Considerations

  • Atmosphere & Approach

  • Spiritual Approaches

  • Activities & Elements

  • Tributes and Eulogies

  • Entertainment & Activities

  • Enhancements & Decorations

  • Food & Refreshments

How much will it cost?

My fee for Living Funerals 

is  £280.

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Don't forget my service includes a free  tree  from Gift a Tree​. It will be  planted in your name in Tiverton, Devon and a personalised certificate 🌳🌿 with  a commemorative  personalised certificate to commemorate it

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