James Terry - Civil Celebrant

16/01/2026

*Shay Grange Crematorium*

This afternoon it was a truly difficult farewell. 39 years old- a life cut tragically too short. Chapters written, but a book left unfinished.

His family and friends did him proud with beautiful tributes and poetry choices.

Thank you to our Funeral Director, Shaun Thorpe and the team from BJ Melia and Sons for taking incredible care of his service today.

15/01/2026

'Goodbye' by Kenny Rogers was our reflection music this afternoon. Poignant as it naturally followed the last word spoken by his cousin during a tribute. Simply 'Goodbye'. The tributes brought tears to eyes- both of sorrow and happy memories.

Thank you to Hannah and the team from Hammerton's. The service was conducted with care and integrity.

15/01/2026

This morning saw my first service at Pontefract Crematorium. A frosty morning but not cold enough to stop the flow of the water feature.

Gathering to say farewell to a man who was described as a rock and as a mainstay for this family.

Life was certainly varied. Owned his own firm, and spent 12 years living on a self-converted coal barge.

Thank you to our Funeral Director, Becki Stead and the team from Horbury Road Co-op Funeralcare

14/01/2026

*Shay Grange Crematorium*

In the second service with Belinda and the team from HH Birch Coop Funeralcare today we gathered to truly commemorate a life lived fully.

A husband. A dad. A grandad. A company director. An early retireree. A golfer. A bowler. All just the tip of the iceberg in regard to this gentleman.

Two poems shared- both family chosen. Our first was 'Look For Me in Rainbows'. Beautiful.

Thank you to Belinda and the team supporting from HH Birch Coop Funeralcare.

14/01/2026

*Shay Grange Crematorium*

In the first of a duo of services with Belinda and the HH Birch team today, we said farewell to a lady who certainly left her indelible mark on the world.

From working in the printing trade to wheeling and dealing with husband.

She was a true family woman- as a mum, grandma and great grandma. Oh and definitely a cat lover. She always had a feline companion.

Thank you to Belinda and the HH Birch Coop Funeralcare.

13/01/2026

96 years of life- a life made of much 'time'. Our thread that framed his service was indeed the value of time. I worked out it was a life that spanned 35,125 days, equating to approximately 843,000 hours. A life that had seen so much! The list is extensive.

His nephew wrote and delivered a brilliant tribute.
Music wise, it was a trio of jazz numbers- right up his street.

Thank you to Caroline and the team for guiding his family at this difficult time.

13/01/2026

*Huddersfield Crematorium Chapel*

60 years is not enough. A life cut too short. But he lived life to the full.

In a service that captured his character and personality, we laughed, smiled and remembered fondly.

A life that saw marriage, a life in New Zealand, friendship and a love of all things Leeds United! Our exit music being 'Marching On Together - Leeds! Leeds! Leeds!'

It was on to a party to follow- just as he would have wanted. Beer, grub and a disco.

Thank you to Darren, our Funeral Director and the team supporting from Taylor Funeral Service. An honour to be asked to write and deliver his service.

11/01/2026

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10/01/2026

Huddersfield based Funeral Celebrant serving West Yorkshire, Barnsley and North Sheffield.

Delivering services with character, personalisation and clarity.

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Don't hesitate to get in touch or request my services through your chosen Funeral Director.

Crematoriums within a 25 mile radius of my home address include:

Huddersfield
Park Wood
Barnsley
Wakefield
Dewsbury
Grenoside
Scholemoor
Shay Grange
Cottingley
Lawnswood
Rawdon
Oakworth
Pontefract

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09/01/2026

My last service of the week was a space held for one very special lady.

It didn't take long for the care home team where she resided for three years to work out what a character she was!

Losing her beloved husband far too young in 1987, she moved best foot forward. Always a grafter. Always a family woman.

Thank you to Caz and the team for their care and compassion today.