A funeral celebrant is the main host of a funeral/celebration of life or memorial; someone who officiates at the service on behalf of yourself or your family and friends. Often non-denominational, a funeral celebrant will support the creation of the service and work with you to shape your bespoke ceremony.
My voice is my superpower. This ensures a personal, unique, loving and comforting service for all to remember and cherish.
You might want a traditional service, a direct cremation, or have the wake on a different day to the burial, it's all possible. You may want to have music, speeches, favours, and be in the pub, that is all doable. It may be fitting to have the coffin at the hotel with you for your afternoon tea or sit down meal, we can make it happen. I have even conducted a home burial, yes, that's allowed. You can have a theme, colour and fun if you wish.
There are no rules. And I can help.
The funeral you organise is more than just a formality, it is something you will always remember, and should want to remember for the right reasons. It is something special you can gift to your people, and it is the poignant moment you honour and say goodbye to your person.
I can make that an open, warm, genuine affair,
with a lot of heart and soul.
Not only can I do that clearly and eloquently, but also with compassion and personality. I can deliver you a heartfelt, human, and connected service that supports you and those you care about.
​
This isn't just my job; I am truly aligned on the path I am meant to be on in this lifetime.
This is who I am.
SERVICES AND FEES
All fees include as much support as you need prior to the service. This also includes all aspects of the script writing, meetings, phone calls and of course a lot of time and energy. I can print copies of the script for you to keep if you wish.
All scripts are personal, individual and no templates are used. Each family I work with get the very best of me; my heart and soul goes in to every part of this work.
£300
Single slot at
any Crematorium within a 30 mile radius
​
£400
Double slot at
any Crematorium within a 30 mile radius
Starting at £350
Burial and service
within a chapel/graveside setting
​
Fee dependent on length of service/content/requirements
Starting at £400
Any service at an alternative venue
(including
Natural Burial Grounds)
​
Fee dependent on length of service/content/requirements
£150
Script writing service only
Extra fees will be applied for weekend services and for excess time required before and/or after the service
TRAVEL
45p per mile will be applied to all service locations over
30 miles away
​
Dart charge/Congestion/ULEZ fees will be added to any invoices
PLEASE ASK
All fees will be discussed and agreed prior to any commitments made
If you have a pre-paid funeral plan, you can still chose your celebrant.
Some, if not all, of the fees may be included. Please be sure you check with the funeral company in charge of the plan.
© 2023 by Katie Costello - Soul Midwife and Funeral Celebrant. All right reserved.