by Julie Farmer | Jan 6, 2026 | Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire
One of the most important parts of being a funeral celebrant is understanding the quiet responsibility that comes with holding a family’s story, even for a short time. Every time I meet a new family, I am reminded that they are handing me something special and...
by Julie Farmer | Jul 21, 2025 | Funeral Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire
Why Stories Matter: The Legacy of Words, Wisdom, and Warmth When we think about what we leave behind, our first thoughts often turn to material things a home, savings, possessions. But the most valuable things we pass on are far more human. Our values, our...
by Julie Farmer | Jul 7, 2025 | Funeral Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire
Most of us spend our lives planning. We plan holidays, birthdays, retirement, even what we’re having for Sunday lunch. But when it comes to our funeral, many people prefer not to think about it at all. Understandably so, death feels distant, uncomfortable, and often...
by Julie Farmer | Apr 20, 2022 | Funeral Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire, Parents Funeral, What to do after a funeral
You will have to prepare yourself for attending a funeral for your Mother or Father as it will be one of the most challenging things you do. It is essential to prepare yourself both mentally and physically for the event. Grief comes in stages, and you must allow...
by Julie Farmer | Apr 19, 2022 | Funeral Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant in Dorset, Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire, Funeral Celebrant in Wiltshire, What to do after a funeral
This is the story of Sally and how, after the death of her mum, her life changed forever. For Sally, going through her mum’s wardrobe after her death was the most challenging task. Sally also started a new business because of her personal experiences and stress....
by Julie Farmer | Mar 23, 2022 | Funeral Celebrant in Oxfordshire
Questions to ask when writing a eulogy A eulogy is more than just a speech; it’s an opportunity to share stories and memories with family, friends, colleagues and the community. The information you have in your own experiences or the stories you collect from family...
