Funeral Ceremonies

Honour your loved one with a beautiful, bespoke and unforgettable funeral or memorial.

In 2020, I lost my father to Covid 19. As he lived in the United States, I was unable to attend his scaled down, graveside funeral due to travel restrictions. It broke my heart.

To make up for this, with the support of family, I pulled together and officiated a virtual funeral complete with songs, eulogy and a presentation honouring Dad’s life.

It wasn’t quite the same as being there, but it helped, and it is where my journey into being a celebrant really began.

You can listen to the eulogy below.

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I am here to support you and your family through this difficult time.

I will provide a listening ear and calming presence and will ensure that your loved one’s funeral provides a memorable and fitting tribute, celebrating their life and providing comfort to you and your family.

I also offer memorial services. My Yellow Heart ceremonies are designed to honour the lives of those who died during the Covid 19 pandemic and who may not have had the funeral they deserved due to restrictions in place at the time.

I understand how important this is to the grieving process. I would be happy to talk to you about how best to commemorate your loved one in this way.

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About me

My approach is compassionate, caring and considerate. I will not only tell your loved one’s life story but, by working closely with you and your family, I aim to capture their unique essence and the place they hold in your heart.

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Together we can create a ceremony that perfectly honours their memory and provides solace in a time of grief.

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What to expect:

Step 1

Initial consultation

We'll begin with a gentle conversation to discuss your wishes and the details you want to include in the service. This can be done in person, over the phone, or via video call, whichever suits you best. This will help you to decide whether I am the right celebrant for you.

Step 2

Meeting

I will arrange to meet with you and any family members you wish to be present. This can be at a venue of your choice. Together, we'll plan the details of the ceremony, including the location, order of service, and any participants.

I’ll provide guidance on everything from selecting readings to arranging eulogies. We will also discuss your loved one, their unique life story and how their lives impacted on others.

Step 3

Personalized Ceremony Script

I will create a bespoke ceremony script that incorporates your loved one's life story, personal anecdotes, selected readings, music, and any symbolic rituals you wish to include.

Step 4

The Ceremony

On the day, I will lead the ceremony with care and professionalism, ensuring everything runs smoothly. My presence is intended to offer comfort and create a meaningful experience for everyone present.

Prices start at £250 for funerals and memorials within Cheshire, Merseyside and Staffordshire.

Kind Words

“Funerals are not the easiest of times for close family and friends to talk about their loved one’s passing, especially during Covid when we had to stand 6 feet apart from each other at the gravesite. It was Jo’s beautiful eulogy that brought the small group together, and reminded us all of why we loved our Bri.

The thoughts she expressed in it, and the tone of her voice, even over a recording, made us all so sad in mourning our loss but also happy in the wonderful memories. Thank you Jo. You were a rock for me then and still are whenever I listen to your voice.”

Sue McKeown, Massachusetts

USA

Want to know more?

If you have any questions or for a free no-obligation consultation contact me.