The ceremonies we create to say goodbye should be as distinct, complex, and beautifully nuanced as the lives they represent.
A final farewell is not merely a formality; it is an intentional space to gather, reflect, and hold the true weight of a person’s story.
My path into this work began in 2004 when a close member of my own family passed away. With no prior experience but a deep conviction that her farewell should be spoken by someone who truly knew and loved her, I wrote and delivered her service.
In the years since, I have been entrusted by friends and families to craft eulogies and memorials, a privilege that has reinforced my belief that a funeral should stand as an authentic reflection of an individual’s character.
My approach focuses entirely on capturing the true essence and spirit of your loved one, ensuring their history is articulated with absolute dignity, sincerity, and respect. Together, we will create a service that honours their memory and offers a composed, comforting anchor for those left behind.
Memorials and Celebrations of Life
With many families now choosing the practical option of a direct cremation, a standalone Memorial or Celebration of Life service offers the time and space to gather at your own pace.
Removing the constraints of a strict crematorium schedule allows you to honour your loved one in a more relaxed, meaningful environment that suits their personality.
Whether held in a private home, a favourite garden, or a dedicated venue, these services can beautifully incorporate eulogies, shared reflections, and symbolic elements. We can seamlessly weave in religious readings, secular poetry, or family traditions, ensuring your collective wishes are perfectly respected.
Living Funerals and End of Life Celebrations
An End of Life Celebration is a profoundly intentional way to shape your own narrative and gather those you love while you are still here to share the moment.
It provides a beautiful, dignified opportunity to express your gratitude to family and friends, to listen to shared stories and to find a sense of collective closure. By organising your own service, you ensure your wishes are carried out exactly as you intend, transforming a final farewell into a living testament of love, connection, and a life well-lived.
“I can not be more grateful for Erishia’s professionalism and genuine empathy as our Celebrant in memory of our dear family member’s special day of celebration for her life.
She absorbed the words spoken, the thoughts and memories from those who knew our departed one, and with such skill recreates these memories into a true reflection of the person who is no longer with us, but Erishia made the presence felt by us all in attendance.
From the first moment of contact, in my opinion, I feel you are not considered a client of Erishia’s but someone she assures you that you can put your trust into, delivering exactly how one visualises the event to be.
I can not thank and praise Erishia highly enough. Truly grateful.”
Roberta
“A few months before my husband Alan passed away after twelve years of living with Dementia, Erishia spent time with him and formed a special bond with both him and me. During that time he was responsive and very relaxed in her company.
After he ‘slipped the surly bonds of earth’, Erishia took away the stress of all the planning of his Memorial. We did not have a funeral, but we shared a beautiful family and friends gathering in the Hertford Club garden.
Erishia did a lot of homework and sent suggestions of poems, and readings, all relevant to his life in Africa, his love of flying, and our love for each other. Erishia quietly took control and delivered a heartfelt and personal celebration of his life. It was nothing less than Beautiful.
What a very special lady.”
Beverley, Kerriann, Ross, Olivia, and Sebastian
“We were very lucky to have Erishia organise and deliver my dad’s recent funeral service.
She was just wonderful.
Her warmth, poise, and understanding of the family’s needs were a great comfort at a sad and stressful time.
Erishia was able to recommend appropriate music, poems, and readings. She pieced together a very special service with just the right amount of anecdotes and stories about my dad who was known for his sense of humour.
A huge thank you Erishia.”
Lesley
“Hello Erishia, thank you so much for speaking at my grandad’s funeral.
You took the pressure off the family and delivered a great eulogy and service. My grandfather wasn’t religious and I was wondering how it was going to pan out, but you took the time and effort to get to know the family and it was like you were a part of the family by the time of the funeral.
He would have loved it.
Thank you again Erishia for your kind words.”
Matthew, Charlotte and family
“Erishia was so incredible at our step Grandad’s celebration of life.
He didn’t want a “funeral” the service was so fitting to what he would have liked & to what my Nan & his family wanted.
It was positive, with happy memories and lovely stories.
It was uplifting & helped the tears to become happy tears of happy memories rather than of sadness.
Strong & beautiful is how I remember the day, just like Erishia. I would highly recommend her for any celebrations in your life.”
Carly
“Erishia was a kind and caring celebrant at my dad‘s funeral.
She brought warmth and compassion to a very difficult day, making everyone feel supported and heard.
Her thoughtful words and gentle demeanor truly honored my dad’s memory.
We are so grateful for her professionalism and empathy during such a challenging time. Thank you.”
Jerome
“Wonderful and sensitively managed celebration of my Dad’s life.
Erishia captured his personality and character perfectly giving all of us attending a special experience that will always be remembered with fondness.
Thank you Erishia.”
Eamonn
“Dear Erishia, I just wanted to email to thank you for my mum’s service.
Making it all about the music she loved would have made her so happy and even though it was sad to let her go, you helped us to smile through our tears.
Thank you”
Martin
“Erishia was absolutely amazing following our bereavement.
She assisted greatly with the planning and took the time to listen to our stories, crafting a wonderful eulogy that celebrated mum’s life perfectly.
She brought warmth, love and humour to the service on what was a difficult day. Thank you again, from all the family.”
Chris
“A great professional, you have a warmth to your personality that enabled you to capture everything about my Dad.
Your guidance, way with words, attention to detail and thoughtfulness made us smile at a sad time.
I cannot recommend her highly enough.”
Tracy
“Our mum’s service was held in a church and led by a vicar.
However, it was Erishia who beautifully captured our mum’s life, personality, principles, and values in the eulogy.
Despite the difficult time, Erishia made it engaging and personal. She also shared a touching tribute written by one of our aunts who was too emotional to read it herself.
After the service, Erishia presented us with a lovely keepsake and a copy of the eulogy, which we’re truly grateful for.
Her support and comfort during this difficult time meant a lot to us.
Thank you”
Aaron, Lauren, and Nicole
“We would like to say a big thank you for the most caring, touching, and professional service we received by Erishia to celebrate our Stepdad’s life.
Erishia spoke about his life with such thoughtfulness and warmth which brought comfort to us all on a sad occasion.”
Suzy
“Everyone said you really captured the essence of my unique father and thank you for the beautiful memory gift you gave me and my sister.”
Wendy
“I just want to say a huge thank you to Erishia for the service she delivered at my grandad’s funeral.
It was very caring, warm and so thoughtful – had me in tears with her loving words about him
I would not have been able to keep my composure, so again thank you to this special lady for everything you did.”
A celebrant-led funeral or memorial service involves meeting the family, writing, curating, and delivering a bespoke ceremony that captures the true essence of your loved one.
Funerals, Memorials, Celebrations of Life, Living Funerals, End of Life Celebrations
