Testimonials

‘Just wanted to say again, thank you for the Celebratory Service for Mum. Many of our guests said how lovely the service was. We could never have put the service together ourselves. Your words and the feelings they conveyed were exactly what we wanted even without us knowing what we wanted! Thank you again for helping us to say goodbye to Mum in such a special way.’

Caroline

‘The way you supported Mum and I in the run-up to last Thursday was perfect and helped Mum to feel completely at ease; that in turn relieved some of the pressure I was feeling to ensure that we got everything right for her and Dad. The way you listened to her and allowed her time to talk was lovely to watch and brought us both a sense of calm.  The service on the day was perfect, as Mum said afterwards “Dad would have loved that”.   We had both dreaded the day so for it to run smoothly made it so much easier to manage our own emotions and focus on really celebrating all aspects of Dad.  Thank you!’

Alison

‘I just wanted to thank you for all your help organising David’s Woodland funeral. I thought your selection of readings were so sensitive, they helped me shape the service immensely and indeed we also used one as the toast at the Wake. Thankyou too for the Eulogy you constructed: It allowed us to concentrate on bringing colour to David’s life through the speeches we made at the wake afterwards.’

Gilly

“Your compassion, understanding and professionalism leading up the funeral put my mind at ease at a very difficult time. The content and delivery of the service on a very sad and difficult day were of great comfort, and it was indeed a moving tribute to my dear husband.”

Liz

“I just wanted to thank you so very much for all your help and support with Jo's funeral. You were an absolute super star, you made everyone laugh and cry and it all felt absolutely perfect. I cannot thank you enough, your reading of the eulogy was beautiful and you really were incredible. Thank you for everything, I will forever be grateful xx”

Michelle

“Dear Ruth, Thank you so much for leading us in such a worthy celebration of Mum's life and a deeply heartfelt farewell to a remarkable woman last week. We thought the service was a wonderful tribute to Mum. It really painted a clear image of where she came from and how that influenced her, leading to her strong family values and political beliefs.

I really don't think it could have been done better. The feedback and the comments we've had in turn, whether from those at the Service or those who were able to follow it online, have all been equally impressive; many said we did her proud, and some said Mum would've been proud of what we did.”

Neil

“I am so grateful and fortunate that Ruth was able to lead my Mother's Funeral service recently. Ruth provided a highly professional service with a friendly, compassionate and caring approach. From the first time we spoke, Ruth put us at ease, allowing us to feel as comfortable as possible during this difficult time. I couldn't have asked for a better celebrant. Ruth was friendly, respectful and down to earth. She took the time to find out all about my Mother, asking appropriate questions in a caring and compassionate way to build up a picture of my Mother and her relationship with our family. Ruth presented a beautiful and fitting tribute during the funeral service. She led the service with empathy, respect and sincerity. Thank you so much Ruth, for all of your hard work, preparation, warmth and empathy. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you to others.”

Frances

“My deepest thanks for all your help with my mother's funeral service. With a few notes from myself and brother, William, you were able to convey a lovely eulogy which touched everyone present. You read the poetry with much feeling and your professionalism and compassion shone through. You perform these ceremonies for families you have never met, and for the dedication you bring to your vocation, you really are a credit. Once again, many thanks from the whole family”

Val

“Ruth was considerate throughout the planning discussions and is both personable and empathetic. We felt confident that she would handle proceedings carefully and thoughtfully, and were not disappointed. Ruth used her experience to guide us and was able to offer advice when we needed it. A day that will be etched always in our memories was looked after gracefully by Ruth. Thank you.”

T.P. Edwards

“Ruth co-ordinated a fantastic memorial for our father and the service went flawlessly. In a preparatory Zoom call her considerate and thoughtful style in prising out information from us so delicately about our father’s background life and personality at a difficult time was so appreciated. Thankyou again Ruth for helping to send Dad off to the next life.”

Gordon

“Our Dad passed away of natural causes. Unfortunately this was during the Covid 19 restrictions and living in Singapore my wife, son and I were not able to join in person. However with the wonders of technology and the compassionate and delicate handling of the service by Ruth we very much felt part of the proceedings. Thank you Ruth for your beautiful words which meant a lot to us and are a comfort to us doing these difficult times”.

Alister

“I cannot tell you how grateful we are that you were leading our Dad's funeral service. It touched us all and would have been what Dad had requested - Not just for the words you put together and leading the service for us but for being so kind, thoughtful and professional. We feel very lucky to have had such a lovely lady lead us through a difficult day.”

Alison

“Ruth, I thought I would just send you a massive thank you for all that you did for us over the last few weeks especially how you delivered my Fathers ceremony last Friday, it could have not gone any better I know the family and I are very happy giving him the send off that we did and you played a massive part in that with us and I will be forever grateful.”

Dominic

“On behalf of all my family and friends I wanted to thank you for the way you conducted my Mum's service yesterday. Your elequent diction, and perfect intonation, made the tributes both personal and moving. From your first call, to your advice and support throughout planning the service, you made a difficult job much easier and you were a real pleasure to deal with.”

Lisa

“Ruth’s help in organising everything was invaluable. All the family were impressed as to how Ruth presented Mum as a person – she did it in such a way that you would have thought she had known her!  Which was wonderful. A close friend, who watched on stream, commented that it was one of the most beautiful services she had experienced for a long time and praised Ruth highly. Everything was carried out very professionally but with much understanding and compassion. We could not have wished for a more suited person to have led us through the Funeral Service.”

Wendy

“Ruth did a wonderful job officiating our father’s funeral. She spent an afternoon with us ahead of the service obtaining background and then prepared fully ahead of time, giving us ample opportunity for feedback on both the format and content. At the service, she was a compassionate and calming presence, ensuring it ran very smoothly. We would have no hesitation in recommending her.”

John

Greg

I am just dropping you a line to express our sincere thanks for everything you personally did for us all, in helping to prepare for Michael's final journey. We felt the service was just right, with many of our friends and family commenting how lovely it was and a fitting tribute to Mick. We recognise that this was in no small part a result of your guidance before alongside your stewardship throughout the service, which made the funeral the send off we had hoped it would be.

Lauren

I just wanted to say a big thank you for your amazing service. The funeral couldn’t have gone better, and mum was really happy with everything.

You did an absolutely marvellous job. Everyone commented on how professional and empathetic you were. My friend's parents have been to five funerals in the last year and said that you are the best that they have seen!

Jamie

Hi Ruth- Just wanted to thank you for the superb job you did on the day. You're obviously a compassionate person, too, and it was reassuring to have you there.