Celebrations of Life & Memorials

Perhaps the stars in the sky,

are loved ones letting us know they are near,

by guiding us through the night

Saying farewell to a loved one is the most difficult milestone in life for all of us. We need time for our private grief and also wish to honor and celebrate the life of our family member or friend.

Planning a memorial or celebration of life service can be tender, difficult and deeply meaningful and helpful in honoring the transition that has happened both for our loved one and for those of us who are still here in the world of the living.

As a professional memorial celebrant and grief counselor, I am here to support you in creating a beautiful ceremony and reception that is exactly right for your family and for those who wish to gather to grieve, celebrate and say good bye.

There are many lovely elements to include in a service or ceremony, both traditional as in readings, favorite hymns or songs and a eulogy and more modern or non traditional, such as story telling, slideshows, memorabilia displays, tree planting, offering of the nature elements, offering of flowers, and so many more.

How I will support you.

  • initial complimentary consultation

  • meeting with family members or lead planner for event to learn about your loved one and your wishes for your memorial

  • designing the ceremony elements and writing or support for writing the eulogy

  • guest greeting before ceremony

  • delivery of ceremony and support for others delivering parts of the ceremony

  • MC services for the reception, guiding guests, support for family, supervising story telling, guest sharing time

  • optional grief counseling before or after memorial

Please read this blog post about a beautiful celebration of life for a beautiful man whose great big heart touched so many people.

https://www.officiantgrace.com/blog/celebration-of-life

Reviews

“Dear Grace

Thank you for all of your help with our mother’s service. Your calm guidance helped Ken and I to send mom off in a way she would have enjoyed and been proud of. Thanks again, we couldn’t have done it without your help.” Adrienne

“Grace did a really nice job helping us through a difficult time and our event, and she was perfect for us. We couldn't have done it with out her.
Thank you so much!” Ken