Celebrations of Life and Memorials
When a Memorial or Celebration of Life is informed by the story of a life lived, it becomes a powerful and motivating force. And yet we have all been to a service where the officiant read the deceased’s name from a fill-in-the-blank ceremony. What a shame. We leave feeling even worse!
That is so not me!!! My passion is to craft Funeral, Memorials, and Celebration of Life services that are meaningful and always illuminating. I work very mindfully to create an atmosphere of profound connection where family and friends share memories, laugh through their tears, and help each other find the courage to live in a world without their loved one. No two of my memorial ceremonies are ever the same. Why I do this work.
I work from personal interviews, research, and in collaboration with you to create something unique and heartfelt. Together we make decisions on what music, poetry, and readings to include and you will review the ceremony and make your suggestions so that it’s exactly the way you want it. You will find me a wealth of knowledge on the funeral and memorial customs of many cultures as this is an area of personal interest to me.
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Living Funerals and Wakes
A living funeral or wake is a memorial to a person who is alive. These are extraordinary expressions of love and community for an individual living with a life threatening diagnosis or for a senior wanting to celebrate a long wonderful life. In both cases I help you reflect on the life you have lived to this point and share your stories. What are the experiences that shaped you? Who are the people who have meant the most? What do you want to tell your friends and family? Together we create a celebration of YOU, while you are alive to share it with the people you love most. A Living Funeral or Wake honours you and your journey through life in a way that is honest and true.
Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death
Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death are achingly painful losses that are often experienced with little support. My ceremonial practice includes working with mothers and fathers around miscarriage, pregnancy loss, and infant death. I am not a Clinical Counselor or a Grief Therapist (I always recommend you see one) but my reflective process helps you unlock what is in your hearts. Grief experts say that only when you do this inner work will you be able to move forward. Unacknowledged and unexpressed grief are damaging physically and mentally. I develop exercises and practices for you to help you to experience your feelings in intentional and tangible ways. Memory boxes, letter writing, ritual, and ceremony are just a few. All of which can be private or public.
Celebrations of Life. Scattering of Ashes. Graveside Services. Funeral & Memorial Services. Living Funerals and Wakes. Pregnancy Loss and Infant Death.
Prices for Ceremonies and rituals vary depending on scope and timing. My initial consultation is no charge so you can meet me in person and ask questions.
I welcome your call at 604-992-4217.
Celebrant Michele Davidson,
Funeral Celebrant, Ceremonial Writer & Officiant
Vancouver & Whistler BC
