Funerals and Memorials

Head shot of Deborah Hooper

Hello. I’m a humanist celebrant, creating personal, authentic and meaningful non-religious funerals and memorials, which celebrate the life of the person who has died, capturing their uniqueness and individuality. Each ceremony is tailor-made for them. I work closely with you, their closest family and friends, listening to their stories and what was important to them, to craft a true and fitting ceremony for your loved one, and which feels inclusive for everyone present.

I can suggest readings, poetry, music and other elements to make the ceremony totally individual and authentic to them. 

I understand that many families comprise people with differing belief systems and customs.  Although I won’t lead an act of worship personally, I recognise that a religious poem or hymn can sometimes be important for some family members, and I can find a way to incorporate this in the ceremony, for someone else to deliver on the day.

If the person who died wanted a non-religious funeral, we can always find a solution.

Do contact me on 07710 489514 if you’d like to discuss a ceremony for your loved one, or have ideas of how you would like to celebrate their life.

I speak fluent French, and a little Spanish and German, so am happy to work with you to create a multi-lingual ceremony.