a fitting goodbye
A Fitting Goodbye
Funeral, Wake, Scattering Ashes, Living Funeral
Be it a funeral, wake or scattering of ashes, for an intimate group or a large gathering, a fitting goodbye needs to feel natural, personal and emotionally poignant, reflecting the love and respect for those who are no longer with us.
Allow me to ease the distress and pain of this time as I gently gather your special person’s story, your thoughts and wishes, and work in the background to bring together a unique ceremony that is a natural celebration and farewell best suited to your and your families’ needs.
Having been a palliative care nurse, I have had the honour of assisting in supporting and sustaining people at their most vulnerable; assisting them as they experience the full gamut of emotions. Being welcomed into your thoughts and feelings, and even into your home, at this precious time, is a great privilege; one which I approach with great respect. With a wealth of experience, that provides you with flexibility to cater for you own special needs, I will provide a service that allows you to focus on the beauty and love of the life that was.
If you have the foresight, time, and energy to pre-arrange your own funeral, with or without a ceremony, it would be an honour to assist. Likewise, if you wish to have a “Living Funeral”, being present and alive at your own celebration and farewell, helping to create this ceremony would also be a privilege.
Any of the above ceremonies, or a simple cremation or burial done well, can be emotionally uplifting and can ease the complexity of ongoing grief.
Value varies greatly depending on your wishes. Great care is taken with transparency and budget.
I come to you to learn about the central person whose life we are celebrating or commemorating, their stories and values, and your wishes.
I plan the ceremonial components and script, with as much or as little input and collaboration from you, as you wish. I welcome ongoing communication throughout this process, delivering a service that is uniquely yours, personable, memorable, and approved by you.
My PA system and music of your choice, at no extra cost, may be especially needed if conducting a service that is not in a dedicated funeral chapel. Live musicians or singers are also welcome to use my PA system.
I welcome pre-planning a funeral and/or the ceremony with you.
​I am passionate as a death doula, assisting families to offer the best end of life care possible.
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If you choose Picaluna Funerals, I can work in partnership with Picaluna as your funeral director and celebrant, offering continuity of care.