Hello, I’m Janine.

I am a Funeral Celebrant, trained and accredited by Humanists UK to conduct personal, meaningful and non-religious ceremonies.

Each life is unique and special; full of surprises and adventures, joy and sorrow, challenges and achievements. Each one has an impact on those around them and, therefore, so does their loss.

As a result, there can be no such thing as a ‘one-size-fits-all’ funeral.

It would be my privilege to work with you to create a bespoke farewell ceremony to honour your loved one, that celebrates their life as well as acknowledging the sorrow of their passing. Using your input of stories and memories we will highlight the essence of their personality in a warm and honest way, tell the tales of their achievements both large and small, and pay tribute to those who have loved them.

The ceremony will be enhanced with poetry, readings, messages and music, and family and friends are welcome to contribute in any way they choose. I welcome humour in ceremonies if that feels right for you. You will have the opportunity to read and amend a draft copy of the ceremony, and will be given a presentation copy to treasure in years to come.

From my own experience of designing a funeral for someone much loved and hard lost, I have learnt that telling stories to a curious and caring Celebrant can bring some light into the dark. I would love to be that person for you.

I am based between Skipton and Keighley and I am happy to travel a radius of 30 miles from this location.

“thank you for such an amazing service. It was perfect! I had full confidence in you from start to finish, you nailed every little detail- the tone, the humour, emotion, and the impact of your words. I wouldn’t have changed a single thing.” (C)