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30/01/2026

More than 200 people attended Howe Bridge Crematorium today to hear the story of a life well-lived and well-loved of a true gentleman who'd sailed the world's oceans for a living, aboard the MV Deido, and he was on holiday aboard the QE2 for her final journey, back in 2008.
The poem 'Afterglow' was read for him, which is a very short poem that says so very much.
God Bless You Sir. ❤️

18/01/2026

What a truly unique ceremony I led at Oakworth Crematorium on Friday for a gentleman who was a huge fan of J.R.R. Tolkien snd 'Lord Of The Rings'.
His wonderful poem, 'Journey's End', was so very appropriate to close his ceremony and what a great turnout there was for this very popular man.
'And Dream Of Sheep' by the wonderful Kate Bush was a perfect choice of music for him too.
Rest In Peace Graeme. ❤️

02/01/2026

No ceremonies for me on this first working day of 2026 but I've been on both sides of the Pennines between Christmas and the New Year.
Fortunately, the weather was kind to me for my Yorkshire trip!
Best Wishes to you all. 🥂

23/12/2025

This is perfectly put I think by my good friend Ryan Hough.
We've both been involved in funerals for a good few years now and fully appreciate just how difficult the Christmas period can be for those mourning the loss of a loved one, and certainly those making arrangements to say goodbye to a loved one at this time of year.
Love and hugs to you all. ❤️

21/12/2025

Here's a poem that I'd like to dedicate to anybody who's missing a loved one this Christmas, in particular the families that it's been my privilege to help during 2025.
I think this poem says rather nicely that our loved ones are always in our thoughts, and especially at this time of the year.
Hugs to you all my friends. ❤️

16/12/2025

I led a very well attended ceremony in St. Helens on Friday for a 'vivacious lady' whose life was a life well-lived, surrounded by the love of her family and friends.
'Her Journey's Just Begun' is such a lovely poem and was read beautifully by Susan Cayzer-gibbons and the choice of music was simply perfect.
As always, the photographic tribute (played alongside 'Over The Rainbow') was such a beautiful part of the ceremony.
Rest In Peace Kath. ❤️

10/12/2025

I had the genuine privilege of leading a ceremony at Wigan Crematorium for a 96 year old lady, who spent most of her working life as a Wood Machinist at the iconic Bulldog Tools.
She was over the moon when this 20 feet tall gold giant appeared on the site a few years ago and he returned a couple of weeks ago; it's almost as if he's come back to say 'goodnight and god bless' to her.
Helen's family chose a truly beautiful poem for her entitled 'Legacy Of Love'.
Rest In Peace Helen. ❤️

07/12/2025

I read this lovely poem for the first time on the page of Gillian Hall, a very good friend to me and Lynn.
It's often said that 'when robins appear, loved ones are near' and I think this is such a poignant Christmas poem.
Our loved ones are never too far from our thoughts at this time of year.
Thank you so much Gillian. ❤️

03/12/2025

Tonight I had the honour of reading a beautiful poem at the Sankey & Monks Christmas Memorial Service, held at Leigh Parish Church.
'Think Fondly Of Me' has been written by a good friend of mine, Simon Wilkinson, and was simply perfect for tonight's ceremony.
Thank you to Lesley Waterworth and the team at Sankey & Monks for arranging what turned out to be a very well attended ceremony. ❤️

02/12/2025

Good Luck to Ryan and his family in this amazing new venture. I'm sure he'll do brilliantly.

26/11/2025

Happy Lancashire Day my friends; for Thursday 27 November 2025.
Here are a few pics from my very bracing Lancashire walk today.
(Yes, I know we're in Greater Manchester but us older folk still think of our lovely county as Lancashire!)
I often share stories of loved ones who enjoy walking in their local area, often with their dog, and sometimes with their cat, goat or even their ferret! (All true stories!)
So today I had 4km of clean, fresh Lancashire air on a cold, bright day, before heading off to Dukinfield Crematorium with Lynn Fulton Davies.
There were a couple of reminders of our own mortality along the way too.
Enjoy your Lancashire Day out there.

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