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As a funeral celebrant, it is my honour to tell the stories of your loved ones, through personalised funeral, memorial and celebration-of-life services. All services are spiritual in nature with the emphasis on reflecting the unique personality, values and life story of your loved one. It is part of my responsibility to be both storyteller and master of ceremonies; managing the flow of this very important service with grace and gratitude.
Planning & Personalization: Meeting with family members to gather stories and anecdotes to weave into a bespoke service script.
Writing and Delivering the Eulogy: Some families may not be comfortable or able to deliver the main tribute and may task the celebrant with writing and delivering their loved one’s story.
Curating Content: Selecting meaningful music, poems, prayers, readings, and rituals (such as candle lighting) that fit the individual’s wishes and lifestyle.
Officiating: Leading the service on the day, ensuring a smooth transition between speakers and managing the emotional flow of the ceremony.
Key Differences
Feature | Funeral Celebrant | Funeral Director |
Primary Focus | The emotional and ceremonial side of the service. | The logistical and legal side (transport, permits, burial/cremation). |
Customization | High; creates a one-of-a-kind script from scratch. | Moderate; coordinates the event but rarely writes the ceremony content. |
Legal Role | None; the role is purely ceremonial. | Essential; handles the legal registration of death and permits. |