Funerals and Memorials You are not alone, I will be alongside you to create a ceremony that celebrates and honours your loved one's life.
May I first extend my heartfelt condolences to you and your loved ones on your loss.
I know this time is painful and filled with so many emotions, you will be tired and, at times, overwhelmed.
It would be my privilege to guide and support you with compassion and kindness, to prepare and deliver for you a ceremony that is a perfect tribute and honours your loved one's memory.
Honour your loved one by creating a ceremony that truly represents their life.
Planning a funeral service can be an overwhelming and emotional experience, but I am here to support you through this difficult time. As an independent celebrant, I offer complete freedom to design a personalised and unique ceremony that truly honours the life of your loved one - whether it's a cremation, burial, celebration of life, interment, scattering of ashes, or a farewell for your beloved pet. I will work closely, if appropriate, with your chosen funeral director to ensure the ceremony runs smoothly. I will guide you in making important decisions without feeling overwhelmed and be with you every step of the way. Together, we can create a beautiful and meaningful tribute that truly reflects the life and story of your loved one.
I offer you empathy and kindness during your difficult time
As a nurse specialising in Palliative and end-of-life care, I have walked alongside people, witnessing the challenges and distress they face along someone's journey to their end of life- whether it be expected or sudden.
It has been an honour and privilege to support people during some of their most vulnerable times when they often just need someone to listen and show kindness. Even though I cannot comprehend what you are going through, I can genuinely empathise with your experiences.
Working as an independent Celebrant has allowed me to continue to support those left behind by providing a tribute and celebration of their loved one's life- focusing on their unique qualities and the footprint they leave behind on the world.
Funeral & Memorial Packages
Burial or cremation ceremony from £220
Celebration of Life or memorial ceremony from £220
Interment or scattering of Ashes from £150
Pet Farewells from £150
Summary
All meetings will ideally be face-to-face in your home or via Zoom/Teams if you prefer.
Funeral Director-led service arrangements:
- I'll arrange our first visit within 24 hours of hearing from you or receiving a referral where possible.
- We'll discuss the order of service, music, readings, and poems. I'll listen to your thoughts and memories to create a unique eulogy.
- I'll produce a draft order of the service for you to approve or change and forward it to your Funeral Director.
- You will have my contact details to discuss any new ideas or ask any questions that you think of.
- I will then provide you with a draft version of the eulogy for you to read if you wish – You can share all your feedback with me, and I can alter it just as you wish.
- On the day of the ceremony, I will be there to meet you when you arrive. I'll conduct the ceremony with professionalism, respect, and warmth and, most importantly, deliver a perfect tribute to honour your loved one's memory.
- I'll provide a keepsake of the ceremony script for you to keep and follow up with a call to ensure the ceremony met your expectations.
-The payment for the funeral comes directly to me from the Funeral Director.
Services without a Funeral Director may include - Celebration of life, Pet Farewell, and Ashes scattering:
- I will arrange our first visit at a time and date to suit you.
- We'll discuss your ideas and wishes for the type of ceremony you want and plan the ceremony together.
- I'll prepare the order for the ceremony, produce a Eulogy if that is your wish, and send you the drafts to read and alter just as you wish.
- I'll arrive early on the day to ensure the venue is prepared and ready to provide a smooth ceremony.
- I'll provide a keepsake of the ceremony script for you and follow up with a call to ensure the ceremony met your expectations.
- Full payment will be required seven days before the ceremony.
(Additional costs include travel outside Lincolnshire @45p per mile and overnight accommodation if essential).
Kind words
Sarah went above and beyond what was asked of a funeral celebrant and our family couldn't thank her enough. Every little detail was taken care of and service information was presented promptly after confirming it all with the family which included all music tracks and Hymns . Sarah took a friendly and professional approach to the family ensuring that they were well looked after and that nothing was too much trouble. I have no doubt that Sarah will be a huge success in her future endeavours and would not hesitate to recommend her to any family given the chance"
Joseph Lloyd
Funeral Director - Ivan Fisher Independent Funeral Home
Sarah, you were amazing on Tuesday, and not just Tuesday, but all the love and support you have shown us throughout the whole process. The service was delivered perfectly, so heartfelt, warm and full of love. You made the best decision to become a celebrant and deserve every success with it.
Niki & Mel
Sarah was the celebrant for my late husband’s funeral. She did a fantastic job, was very compassionate and took me through every step. Well done, Sarah.
Serena
A lovely lady. She is so kind, and I would recommend her very highly. It was a wonderful service, which Sarah made very special.
Sally
Sarah was the celebrant for my brother-in-law’s funeral; the compassion and warmth she brought to the occasion was exactly what was needed; she is a lovely lady who would be a credit to any celebration. I cannot recommend her enough.
Suzette
I cannot thank Sarah enough; she came into our lives when we were at our lowest point following the loss of my mother. She walked into the room and immediately we knew she was right for us; she is the warmest, most understanding and compassionate person. Within a few minutes she connected with my dad, and we were all chatting freely about mum again. She gently explained the processes to us and helped us choose the right remembrance service. After a long chat full of tears and laughter, she left us knowing what lay ahead, and that she would be there to guide us through the next few weeks, whenever we needed her. A few days later we received Sarahs draft tribute to review. I still don’t really know how she did it but, Sarah had managed to transform our ramblings and disjointed memories into a beautiful tribute, which captured our mum’s character, love of our family and summarised her life’s adventure perfectly. Sarah then went on to guide us through the funeral, conducting the ceremony with utter professionalism, whilst always being so gentle and kind, guiding my dad and us all throughout. The service was beautiful, funny at times while always being respectful, it was what mum would have wanted. Sarah, I thank you again, on behalf of my mum (she would have loved chatting with you), from my dad, who you comforted when he needed it most, and from me and the rest of the family, for helping us through this process with kindness and gentle expertise.
Arthur Buckton
June 2024
Sarah came into our lives when we were trying to cope with my Dad's bereavement. Her warmth, respect and professionalism was invaluable. From our first meeting she immediately reassured both mum & I that we were in the best possible hands. Her genuine interest in hearing about dad & asking questions that embraced who he was & what he meant was greatly appreciated. Throughout her efficiency & keenness to ensure we were happy with the service helped enormously, as did her willingness to make herself available if needed. On the day of the funeral, seeing Sarah when we arrived immediately put us at ease & she continued to lead the service with the warmth & respect she had displayed throughout.
I would recommend Sarah to anyone experiencing the loss of a loved one, she helped us give dad the perfect send off that he so greatly deserved.
Mand Austen
July 2024
I cannot thank Sarah enough for the lovely tribute she delivered at my Dad's funeral; she turned our memories into a moving and funny, at times, tribute, which she delivered flawlessly. Nothing was too much trouble she kept us updated at every stage and also designed and printed the order of service. She is kind and compassionate and really looked after us on the day of the funeral. I highly recommend her if you are looking for a celebrant. Thank you, Sarah. You made a hard day a lot easier.
Tracey Paine
July 2024
Sarah conducted the funeral today of a very special lady.. She was comforting, warm and welcoming with a clear understanding of making everyone feel at peace with their thoughts/feelings ...a very personal and professional service...thankyou Sarah xx
Susannah Edwards
July 2024
I can not thank Sarah enough, she went way way above and beyond for me and my family, after myself was left with the unexpected sudden death of my mum and I honestly didn't know what I had to do or where to start.
Sarah came and we spoke about my mums life and she went away and come back to me within a few days with a script of what she had worked on and worded perfectly for my mum, and most of all she made my daughter ( the only grandchild age 7 ) feel very important and very included throughout the whole process.
After the service Sarah gave me and my 2 siblings a full copy of the whole script for keepsake and my daughter a special script with the poem she read dedicated to my daughter with a photo of my mum and wording " remembering my special nanny a shining star forever " and my daughter has not let that out her sight and whenever she misses her nanny she opens the scroll and reads the poem, I am so grateful for the work and effort you have done for me Sarah and I'm sure anyone who you work with in the future will feel the same as I do you truly are brilliant and make anything that is a doubt in sight become possible to overcome and will forever be thankful x
Leanne Dale
August 2024
Sarah is a very kind and caring person. She spends a lot of time and effort getting details just right. Sarah is very compassionate in her work and gives a wonderful service. She makes a very special celebrant and we recommend her highly.
Sheila
Sarah is kind, caring, and thoughtful and puts other people’s needs before her own; there is no one else I would trust. My mom was dying of cancer and in extreme pain. My family had never been through this before, we didn’t know the options. Sarah did everything she could to explain everything to me and to support me, including emotionally from day one until the end. Sarah didn’t have to she chose too, because she is a kind loving person who wants to help. If Sarah had been a celebrant when my mom passed, I would have hands down picked her to be the celebrant at her funeral. I couldn’t imagine anyone better suited for these special family moments.
Chrissie
Head of onboarding and People Operations Best Practice
Meeting & working with Sarah is at the top of my personal & work highlights. One of the world's special human beings is Kind, compassionate, and a great communicator/listener. Her commitment made such a difference.
I could not think of anyone more suited for the role of Celebrant in the highs & lows of a person's life.
Sue G
Spirituality and Wellbeing practitioner, Chaplaincy, and spiritual care team, Notts HC NHS Trust
Sarah is a compassionate, empathetic nurse who is so committed to ensuring people are respected and engaged with the best quality life can offer, you will be able to offer whatever people need to move forward with the most poignant times in their lives.
Sue C
Hospice Inpatient Unit Manager
Sarah is the perfect character with all the right skills for the role of a Celebrant. Sarah is a listener who is calm yet confident, bringing the comfort of control to any occasion. Sarah is a natural people person who gives her everything to please. Together with Sarah's skills and very real and natural personality, you'll be in good hands
Lee
DISTRICT COMMISSSIONER LINCOLN SCOUTS