Mari Vaughan-Owen

I am a humanist funeral celebrant based in Cardiff and I conduct funeral ceremonies across South East Wales.  I am able to conduct ceremonies in Welsh and would be willing to travel to other parts of Wales.

I have recently retired after working as a nurse and health visitor for 42 years. I worked in many clinical, community and educational areas across London and Cardiff.  Loss and bereavement have played a significant role throughout my working life and I have a deep understanding of the complex feelings around loss. Everyone’s experiences are different and each situation has its own complexities.  As a non religious celebrant, I aim to provide a meaningful and dignified ceremony, tailor- made for  for you and your family. It is a privilege to be able to work with people during such a significant and life changing moment in their lives. This is why I think it is so important that your funeral ceremony should reflect your wishes entirely. The inclusion of music and poetry can be so useful to convey feelings and thoughts that are difficult to express. I would be happy to support you in your choices and provide some suggestions. Similarly, if you would prefer to write the ceremony yourself  or contribute in some other way, such as deliver a reading , I can assist you with this too. My aim is that you leave the ceremony content that you have provided a fitting farewell for your loved one and that I have reflected the essence of who they truly were.