Simplicity Ceremonies Funeral Celebrant

When my husband died I wanted a small and intimate ceremony for family and friends. We hired a small Chapel and David conducted the service for us. It was a beautiful and moving ceremony with moments of silence, personal ministry and music. David perfectly encapsulated Andy's life and story and he connected with our family from his heart.

My Dad died at a relatively young age and of course my mum wanted to speak to David to share their story. David was also good at involving the younger generation, listening to our stories and memories of our Dad. We felt that we could contribute and that we had a voice which was important for us at this time. 

When my Dad died I was only in my 20's  and I was a bit overwhelmed, as well as grief I felt responsible for organising the funeral and ceremony. Luckily my friend introduced me to David. We met and spoke and David put together a ceremony that suited us and the occasion. We organised a direct cremation  and hired a social club in the town. We had between 80 to 100 mourners and David managed to make the ceremony intimate and meaningful despite the size of the hall. He took the pressure off me and was perfect for the day.   

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This funeral was marked by appreciation for a daughter and mother who was kind and considerate with a big heart, sadly gone too soon.

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This funeral was marked by the closeness of the family and the longevity of the marriage, over 60 years. A very kind and considerate father and grandfather. 

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This ceremony was for a much-loved baby. I was grateful to be involved with two very loving and devoted parents who demonstrated their love and fortitude.

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This ceremony was notable for the number of people who attended, with many standing, and family members having the courage to speak, one with a poem, another with a eulogy. The Lord's Prayer was chosen as was an element of silent reflection.

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A service in the crematorium followed by an intimate gathering for a burial in a family plot. A much-loved and respected lady who lived a long life devoted to her family.

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This ceremony was very well attended, with people travelling from far and wide. She was a much-loved sister and friend. There was a eulogy, a poetry reading and a tribute from her sister. As she had attended a Quaker school in her early life, silent reflection was also held. Three people chose to minister in the silence which was appreciated by all.

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This funeral was for a much-loved sister, mother and grand-mother. This ceremony included a hymn, a eulogy from her daughter and a tribute from her brother. There was also silent reflection, a prayer and a Grief Blessing.

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This ceremony was for a kind, cheerful and devoted husband, dad, grandad and great-grandad. Loved by his wife and family and also by the members of the local brass band to which he had been devoted for 70 years. The band played the live exit music at this venue.

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This was a burial within the churchyard. The ceremony was conducted at the burial plot. This was an intimate ceremony for family and for those who cared so well for him during his stay at the Care Home. He was a gentle and kind soul who endured mental health challenges throughout his life. He now rests in peace in the same graveyard as his beloved parents.

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This funeral was for a kind, gentle and honest man who latterly lived a quiet life and did have some struggles. Members of the family read a poem and spoke a eulogy. There was also a reflection to music. The ceremony offered some comfort at a difficult time. 

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This funeral was for a much loved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, who gave a lot back to family and friends. She was a member of Moose International and their ceremony was incorporated into the ceremony. There was also a visual tribute. She is remembered with great fondness and affection. 

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This was a small intimate ceremony for close family members of their mother and grandmother. She was a selfless and steadfast woman who prioritised her husband of 71 years and her children and grandchildren. An Indian prayer poem was included as was a silent reflection for personal memories as we listened to 'abide with me.'  

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This was a well-attended ceremony for a singular, supportive and adventurous woman who lived life to the full but who always prioritised her family. There was a eulogy from her fiend and an opportunity for silent reflection.    

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A ceremony for a fun-loving and active matriarch, with her daughter, granddaughters and great grandchildren present. A moving visual tribute and a family huddle at the close, testimony to what she has left with her family. 

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Standing room only for many of the gathered. A popular and heart-warming man with a cheerful disposition. Dedicated to his family and married for almost 50 years. A life celebrated. 

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A ceremony for a positive and adventurous woman who overcame numerous health problems in order to fully engage with the world. An inspirational and remarkable woman greatly loved and appreciated by her family. 

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A very popular woman who lived life to the full, many people attended her funeral. She established a business with her husband in the 1970's and it is still trading today. Intelligent, straight-talking, funny, loved by three generations, a remarkable life.

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A father who had great affection for his children and grand-children and who considered that his family were his friends. Loved, mourned and missed by his children and grand-children alike. 

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A small intimate gathering for those who knew this kindly soul. One of the last of the Edwardian Teddy Boys. 

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A kind but determined man, a retired fireman, who appreciated the beauty of the world despite the tragedies he had to deal with. An appreciation that he passed onto those closest to him. His ashes to be scattered in the River Mersey.  

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A cornet solo to 'Abide with me' followed by the hymn and some moving music by Queen for this sociable and outgoing family man. An upbeat personality and a character. 

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An intimate space for close family members, with poems, eulogy and room for individual contributions during the ceremony. Family pets were also in attendance. A heart-warming ceremony for a lady who had reached 100 years of age and was of course much loved by her family. 

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A ceremony for a man who pursued his own path in order to retain his equilibrium.

A kind and gentle soul with a love of animals and a lifetime interest in trains. Mourned by his close friends and family.

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A mother, grand-mother and great-grandmother with a spiritual leaning. Someone who her family could depend on, always. Her beliefs encompassed an after-life and she is at peace.

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However, I did receive a text from the daughter which reads, ' everyone commented on your beautiful words...I will definitely recommend you to others in need.' 

A loving father, grandfather and brother with a passion for gardening and his allotment. A highly skilled carpenter with a love of nature and his dogs. The ceremony was very well attended and included two hymns and a visual tribute accompanied by the music of Jim Reeves. He leaves behind many family and friends. 

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A gifted physicist and a family man, he leaves behind his sons, grandchildren and his dear wife of 60+ years. A singular, unique character with a sharp mind. 

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This was more of a traditional ceremony with prayer, a hymn and poetry as the family required.

An independent woman who cared for her horses until Alzheimer's struck. She was deeply loved and cared for by her devoted partner..

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This was a well-attended ceremony, with hundreds in attendance. 

A quiet and unassuming man, a carpenter, a keen golfer and a family man, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Music for reflection, a poem chosen by the family. As well as sadness, a heart-warming ceremony.  

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From a humble start in life this fun-loving, charitable and caring man had an aim to live a good life and to do good, which he did. He also had a long and happy marriage to sustain him and his faith. Sadly missed by his family. 

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An optimistic, kind, patient and joyful man who persevered and worked hard for his achievements. He believed that 'anything is possible' and lived this life. Two poems were read by his family and a visual tribute was accompanied by music from Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald. 

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A father, grandfather and great-grandfather, married to his wife for 66 years. A caring, supportive, patient and inspirational man to his family and many others. 

The ceremony included a hymn, prayer, a time for silent reflection as well as a eulogy from the family. He leaves behind his caring and supportive family. 

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A much loved grandmother and great-grandmother who passed away at 98 years of age. All the generations gathered to reflect on her kind and loving legacy passed to her family. Two poems were read and a family eulogy accompanied the ceremony. A remarkable woman.

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A family man married for 66 years, He remained in Somerset after his National Service to run his dental practice. Reserved but sociable, a true gentleman, kind, compassionate, old-fashioned and kind. The coffin was carried in by members of a local motorcycle club on behalf of the family. The ceremony included a poem chosen by the family and music for reflection. 

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A family man who retained his sunny disposition despite his health problems. Beloved by his family. The ceremony included poetry readings from three of his grandchildren, which they did perfectly. A man who saw the good in everyone who is greatly missed.

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A family man, honesty and integrity were very important to him. A good listener and a beloved husband. Contributions from family members included a Tribute and the reading of a poem. The ceremony included a hymn, The Lord's Prayer and a visual tribute. We left the ceremony to 'Stairway to Heaven' by Led Zeppelin, one of his favourite bands. As a man he led by example. 

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A warm. loving and engaged atmosphere for this unique man who has passed too soon. A eulogy was followed by the opportunity for those gathered to give their own ministry which some chose to do. A memorable and moving celebration of life.

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A Tribute from his granddaughter and from the skittles team. A visual tribute accompanied by a live recording from his favourite, Frank Sinatra. An interesting and long life, including as a goalkeeper at QPR and also National Service at Treetops in Kenya, at the moment of the Queen's ascension to the throne.  Much loved by his children and grandchildren.     

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She managed to retain her sense of fun despite suffering both emotional and physical strain. A much-loved woman who has gone too soon. The ceremony included music for reflection from Norah Jones and a Mosiah Hancock poem as well as some uplifting memories to cherish.

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A remarkable man who lived a full and engaged life. Brought up in Swansea during the war, he graduated in aerospace engineering and taught at Bath University and Swansea University. After a long marriage, and becoming a widower, he remarried at the age of 81 and proceeded to travel the world in his eighties. He leaves behind two step-children, six grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. A kind, patient and intelligent man whose mind was always as sharp as a pin.