Through writing and delivering funeral ceremonies over the past 15 years, I understand how to create beautiful, authentic and affordable funerals.

Part of this desire to assist families at such a difficult time in their lives is the strong feelings that I have about giving them time and choice, and the importance of a funeral that accurately depicts and celebrates the person’s life, so it can assist in creating a healthy grieving process. The more involvement members of the family have in the creation of the service, the deeper connection they feel to a ceremony that proudly does justice to and is an authentic depiction of the person who has died.

I feel it is important to let people know that a funeral is not something to be frightened of ... and healthy discussion with family and friends about those elements that are important to their send- off, is a wonderful gift to leave those who are left behind. It gives the family confidence to have command over all aspects of the funeral process including the creation of the ceremony, knowing that they are accurately representing their loved one.

Should you have any questions or wish to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me and if in the future someone close to you loses a loved-one and if you are comfortable doing-so, please feel free to pass on my contact details.

Dear Jan Thank you very much for checking in with us. We really appreciated you stepping in at the last minute for Jean's service. You did a fantastic job. ~ Sandy

I just wanted to say a big thank you for stepping in on Monday for the Evans family. We couldn’t have pulled it off without you. I can’t imagine many people would have stepped in to officiate a service at such short notice. You did it without hesitation and executed the service beautifully - pure class! The family were extremely happy with how the service went, as were the crew. Bill said it was a faultless service - we have you to thank for that. ~ Tiffany Pritchard Funeral Director

Hi Jan Thanks for writing to us. Thank you so much for leading Dad’s life celebration with so much care, grace and compassion. We all thought you did a wonderful job in helping us to give Dad a wonderful send off. Norma has said she wanted to pass on a message that she really appreciated your guidance, professionalism and kindness. Thanks. ~ Norma O’Brien, Cheryl Meredith and family

Ross and I would like to thank you for the kindness and care you demonstrated when working with our families ensuring Sally’s Funeral Service ran smoothly. You were professional and sensitive. It all came together perfectly in the end. Was a lovely touch for you to wear red, which was Sally’s favourite colour. 

Mum's funeral ….I just wanted to express my heartfelt gratitude for the service you presented for my Mum. The presentation and delivery were perfect. A large part in giving our mum the send off she deserved was due to your involvement with both your patience and kindness. Best wishes. ~ David