Other Ceremonies
Life is a celebration. Consider everything that makes you happy as a gift from God and say, 'Thank you'
- Francis Lucille, The Perfume of Silence
"My Father-in-Law died recently here in France, a long way from his old friends and most of his family. Helen came to visit us before the service to talk sensitively about my father-in-law, his life, personality and beliefs. This meant that the funeral, which was attended by just a small number of people, was not a dry, impersonal affair but a real reflection of our departed family member. Thank you Helen " - Sue and Allan
Funerals & Memorials
Saying 'Goodbye' is never easy.
I will take time to listen about the real person behind your loss, to gently and professionally lead you through what can be a confusing and difficult time; to plan the order of service, music, and of course write a bespoke Eulogy, creating a meaningful service and fitting final farewell.
The most important part of my job is to listen to stories and recollections of the deceased, and create a Ceremony that fully reflects the passions, love, humour, struggles and important moments they experienced, that made them unique.
Our lives are an unrepeated tapestry of joys and sadness, relationships, events and emotions; my aim is to celebrate this by writing every ceremony with honesty and integrity, recounting each unique story in a respectful way that will honour their memory.
Writing and conducting a funeral or memorial service is a huge honour and requires sensitivity, creativity and empathy as well as the essential writing and public speaking skills, being able to create a meaningful and personalised ceremony that brings comfort and closure at a time that can be full of sadness and uncertainty.
This role requires compassion as well as a good knowledge of the practical procedures and legal requirements of a burial or cremation in France.
I have had the honour of delivering funeral ceremonies in church, at the graveside as well as in the crematorium, each of which demands a good knowledge of French procedure and protocol.
Please contact me to discuss any aspect of your ceremony requirements, without obligation.
Funeral / Memorial Package Includes:
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A face-to-face first meeting*
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Unlimited contact by message or video call
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Liaising with French Funeral Director
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Organising functionalities at the site of the ceremony
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Creating your bespoke ceremony script
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Unlimited script alterations
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Researching music, resources and readings
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Travel to the ceremony location*
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Conducting your ceremony
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Organising the playing of music/video's
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Producing a printed remembrance script
Guide price: €400
(*If within 60km of my location)
"Helen carried out a beautiful & truly touching ceremony in memory of my beloved Aunt Jan.
It was a perfect send off & very personal.
Helen combines professionalism & care impeccably.
Forever grateful ❤️"
Vow Renewal Package Includes:
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Unlimited contact by message or video call
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Creating your bespoke ceremony script
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Unlimited script alterations
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Researching music, resources and readings
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Travel to your location*
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Conducting your ceremony
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Providing a bespoke printed ceremony certificate
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Producing a printed presentation script
Guide price: €400
(*If within 60km of my location)
Vow Renewals
Do you want to reaffirm your love and commitment to each other? It's important to remember and cherish those special things that made you fall in love, celebrate the precious times together, the breakthroughs, the blessings, the laughter and the joy, whilst acknowledging the challenges that have brought you closer throughout the changing seasons.
Let me work with you to create the ceremony that reflects your feelings, your hopes and renewed commitments to each other.
Baby Naming Ceremony
A new arrival in the family is always a time to celebrate and give thanks. There are so many beautiful and imaginative possibilities to make your baby naming ceremony unforgettable and fun for all the family.
You may want to celebrate a new birth, a blended family or an adoption, I can write a ceremony that will bring together the whole family, making this ceremony inclusive and engaging even for other little ones in the gathering.
Baby Naming Ceremony Package Includes:
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Unlimited contact by message or video call
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Creating your bespoke ceremony script
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Unlimited script alterations
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Researching music, resources and readings
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Travel to your location*
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Conducting your ceremony
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Providing a bespoke printed ceremony certificate
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Producing a printed presentation script
Guide price: €400
(*If within 60km of my location)