Heartfelt Farewells- Independant Funeral Celebrant

09/12/2024

02/12/2024

Please read this information about me on the Association of Funeral Celebrants which im a memeber of:

Kaz Marshall is trained celebrant based in Leeds. Kaz offers ceremonies across across West Yorkshire and Calderdale.

02/12/2024

Im really chuffed that Parliament passed the ' assisted dying' bill, and it will move onto the next phase. So many of us have lost people who have died slowly and painfully and would have chosen to leave us earlier , with more dignity and less worry about being burdons. Our bodies our choice. I am aware of the safeguarding concerns and hope that this will be rolled out having listened to all concerns and put protective things in place.
My hope is that this adds to the sea of change that is already happening, that as communities we start to talk more about death and grieving so people dont feel as alone.

It's National Grief Awareness Week run by the The Good Grief Trust

The bereaved often have to hide their grief from others. Sometimes it is from their friends and family as they do not want to burden them.

Sometimes it is from their colleagues at work.

Please look out for them, check they are okay, in the early days and ongoing. They may look alright, they may be going to work, but deep inside they could be struggling and just need your support and understanding.

For more: https://brnw.ch/21wP7QI

25/11/2024

Dedicating a tree is a great idea if your loved one felt connected to the forests.
Get in touch with me if you want to find out about Natural burial grounds close to you.

A lasting tribute

22/11/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/184jSZ6cxm/

It’s HERE! The first ever Funeral Celebrant Day, acknowledging the great work of funeral celebrants across the nation. Please feel free to tag a funeral celebrant below and tell them how fabulous they are, or perhaps you could write an ode or a poem to acknowledge the fantastic work you all do.

We’ll start you off …

A Ode to the Funeral Celebrant,
by Anon in the AOIC office! (Apologies to the poet laureates among you!!)

A family calls, a celebrant hears,
A shoulder to lean on through falling tears,
A gentle unwavering guiding hand,
As a family searches through unfamiliar land.

The celebrant ponders while heading for home,
Considering feelings of those now alone,
Tired and weary they put up their feet,
Content that a busy day is complete.

A family has now laid a loved one to rest,
The celebrant knows they are truly blessed,
A piece of the jigsaw as life finds its end,
To help on the journey a loved one and friend.

20/11/2024

Everyone fears death and knows they will die but still continue to fool themselves into thinking there is plenty of time.”

— Karma Chagme Rinpoche

19/11/2024

Hi anyone who agrees to sign up to my page, im just getting things up and running. My next steps are to intruduce myself to some funeral directors and start some drop ins to fill in some 'advance funeral wishes ' forms with people.
What can I offer:
• Personalised, modern and alternative funeral and memorial ceremonies
• Bespoke ceremonies in alternative venues
• Person-centred support to you and a sensitive, calm and warm approach
• Memorials and scattering of ashes ceremonies in special places
• Living wakes
• I am part of the LGBTQ+ community
• Information on support services for you if needed

19/11/2024

If you have any enquiries or want to chat about what i offer please send me a message.