Celebrating Lives with Compassion and Respect
Independent non-religious funeral celebrant serving Lincolnshire and beyond, including biker funerals
Compassionate Celebrant for Funeral Ceremonies and Celebrations of Life
I am an accredited non-religious funeral celebrant offering personalised services throughout Lincolnshire, the East Midlands and beyond, including unique biker funerals for those who ride
Thank you for making B's funeral such a special event. The tone was just right, and what perfect timing!
Celebration of Life
Compassionate, personalised services for funerals and celebrations of life across Lincolnshire and beyond
Biker Funerals
Specialised services for honouring the lives of motorcyclists with dignity and respect. More details here
Non-Religious Services
Offering non-religious funeral ceremonies tailored to reflect the unique life and values of your special person
Personalised ceremonies, crafted with you, saying goodbye sensitively and with love
Meaningful and personalised ceremonies that celebrate the life and legacy of your loved ones
Your presentation was faultless; you managed to get under the skin of G and you portrayed him very well indeed. The tone and timing were just right and the humour was subtle and comforting
LM
I felt so relaxed walking into the crematorium for Dad's funeral, and that was thanks to you and the way you handled everything so beautifully. Everyone who was there in person, and who watched the webcast, said the ceremony was just perfect
AB
The process of working with Adam was so simple and professional, exactly what we needed at a difficult time
SP
Lots of people have commented on how lovely the service was and was exactly what he (and I) wanted
LW
Funerals and Celebrations of Life
Where can I hold a funeral?
You can hold a funeral ceremony just about anywhere. In your own home or garden, in the village hall, pub, club, crematorium... wherever works for you
If you choose cremation, you can hold the funeral ceremony at the crematorium, but you may decide to have a short, simple service there, followed by a more relaxed celebration of life somewhere else
You may opt for burial in your local cemetery. Or what about a "green" burial? You can find more information here
Cremation?
Burial?
Planning ahead - I want to plan my funeral in advance
That's an excellent idea! Adam has the skills and knowledge to be able to work with you sensitively to carry out your wishes
Can we read something at the funeral?
Absolutely! It can really help to personalise the ceremony if friends or family members give a eulogy or read a poem, or maybe perform a piece of music. Adam will guide and support you with this
Non-religious Funerals
Adam is trained and accredited by Humanists UK to lead non-religious funerals. As a Humanist, Adam is absolutely not anti-religion; he simply does not have any religious beliefs. Rather, like other Humanists, he believes that we should make the best we can of our one life, caring for our fellow humans, for all animals and the environment, and striving to live with generosity, empathy, and courage
Can I have a prayer or a hymn at the funeral?
Families may decide they want a hymn, or perhaps the Lord's Prayer, at an otherwise non-religious funeral. Often this is because of associations with childhood, or sporting events, and that's fine. As a non-religious person, Adam will not read a prayer himself, but one of the mourners may like to do so, or a recording can be chosen. In any event, Adam's funerals are designed to be inclusive, and he always makes sure there is time for religious mourners to say a silent prayer if they would like to do so
The Small Print
Adam's standard fee for writing and presenting a funeral or celebration of life in full consultation with you (and your funeral director, if applicable) is £300. Any additional work or travel costs can be agreed if needed
If you are in any way dissatisfied with Adam's service, please contact him straightaway. If this does not resolve matters, then we can refer to Humanists UK for their support. Adam must comply with their code of conduct, which you can find here
Adam offers a very responsive service. Please feel free to email or phone him. Evenings and weekends are fine.
07522 062027
About Adam
Before becoming a funeral celebrant in 2020, Adam had a long career in local authorities and housing associations. When he is not writing and leading funerals, he spends his time gardening, walking, and trying to get his anxious terrier to bark less
