Here are some of the comments I’ve received:

“We have had such positive feedback from those who came to attend B’s burial and that has a good deal to do with your skilful and warm-hearted management of the ceremony, your easy relationship with [the funeral director] and her team and your palpable respect for B and our family. I feel very honoured at how much time and attention you put into researching and drafting the eulogy, in getting to know so many of us as well as B in the process and in your quiet authority on the day. It was such a treat to feel in such good hands, to trust you unequivocally to guide us through - both our emotions and the day itself. For sure, it was trust hard earned and well placed.”

Kate

“I want to thank you so very much for conducting Mum’s funeral on Friday. Without exception everyone commentated on what a beautiful service it was, so much so that many people thought you were a close family friend. That’s truly a brilliant reflection on you & the beautiful readings that you chose with compassion. So on behalf of myself and ALL family members, we cannot thank you enough”

Helen H

It was extremely reassuring to work with someone who could answer every question we had, and gently prod me into action - something I very much needed when we first met.  You were extraordinary in your ability to remember names and relationships in quite a large family, and in your sensitivity to what we might or might not want included.  Everyone who's spoken to me about the words, the music, and the atmosphere has said they found the service both beautiful and appropriate to M's impact on their own lives.  

F.S

“I want to truly congratulate you on your beautiful, well-chosen words, and for the clear and warm way you delivered them. It was captivating. It takes a special sort of person to be a successful celebrant, and you are clearly one of them”

Funeral Celebrant

“Kirsten is an excellent communicator, in both the written and spoken word. Her writing has a real flair and depth to it.  I was privileged enough to hear Kirsten deliver a funeral eulogy: not only was this beautifully written, it was also delivered with great poise, humanity and subtle humour.”

Funeral Director