Good morning Doug. a few sore heads yesterday … I can’t thank you enough for everything you’ve done. I think you got it spot on. Everyone I spoke with afterwards spoke about how impressed they were with your ‘service’. It was great meeting you, thank you so much.
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You set exactly the right tone
We wanted to say how grateful we are to you for leading … the service for N. From our first meeting to the service itself you have expertly guided us … You set exactly the right tone … and your words will remain part of our memories of him … thank you from the entire family.
How to find an English-speaking wedding celebrant in Italy
Italy is a fantastic place to get married with a huge choice of romantic locations and venues. From Lake Como in the North via Tuscany and the Amalfi coast to mysterious Puglia in the South. But how do you choose a celebrant to make your perfect day complete? If you’re using an Italian wedding planner… Continue reading How to find an English-speaking wedding celebrant in Italy
Doug … managed it all with … skill, care and balance
Doug faced a tight deadline and had a tough job as the funeral service involved two families with different religious expectations – but he managed it all with exceptional skill, care and balance. His suggestions and guidance were excellent and we felt in safe hands. We’ll always remember Doug fondly.
He had a “direct cremation” – so now what?
“We had an ashes centred memorial ceremony for my father based on an idea presented on Doug ‘s webpage. This gave us control over the timing, venue and format of the ceremony. The event was a great success and Doug did an exceptional job throughout: from his first meeting with the family, the format and… Continue reading He had a “direct cremation” – so now what?
I would just like to say a great big thank you
I would just like to say a great big thank you for such a beautiful service you delivered. Everyone commented how brilliant it was. It was so personal and made the day special. Even ‘Grumpy J’ would have enjoyed it. Thank you once again.
How to get the only funeral plan you’ll ever need and it will cost you nothing
I led a funeral last week at which the message in the picture was read out as family and friends said “farewell” to Bikkar. Then at the end of the ceremony I handed out printed A5 cards with the same message as a memento. Bikkar dictated this message to his wife a few years ago when they… Continue reading How to get the only funeral plan you’ll ever need and it will cost you nothing
Are funeral celebrants good value for money?
The honest answer is “it depends” – most tend to charge a similar fee but there are huge variations in quality and it pays to shop around. Most funerals and memorials are led by a celebrant (sometimes called an “officiant”), though there is nothing to stop you doing it yourself or asking a friend or… Continue reading Are funeral celebrants good value for money?
“Doug created the most beautiful ceremony.”
Doug created the most beautiful ceremony. The guests still say one year later how amazing the whole wedding ritual was 🖤 thanks Doug! …
“… we couldn’t have asked for anymore.”
Doug was recommended to my family to be the humanist for my mother’s funeral. To say he really helped is an understatement, he understood everyone’s emotions and gathered all the information together perfectly for the service . The service went smoothly and we couldn’t have asked for anymore.