Funerals · Memorials · Living Wakes
A Melbourne-based life celebrant for funerals, memorials and living wakes.
I deliver services that are personalised, inclusive, and memorable. I help you find the words when they matter most.
Serving
Melbourne and surrounds
Leading
from the heart
25 Years Experience
creating & delivering events
Membership
Celebrant Network and FCAA
introduction
I specialize in end-of-life transitions — times that ask the most of us.
I know how difficult and painful change can be. I also know how important it is to remember and reflect — and how, amidst grief and loss, we can find the strength to cope and begin to heal.
A celebrant can help you navigate these transitions — whether that means capturing the true essence of a person, finding the words to tell their story, or simply lightening the load you’re carrying.
My work is how we respond to grief and loss, but is also about hope and healing.
about me
Personable, compassionate, and thoughtful —
with a sense of humour.
Professionally, I bring strong organisational skills and proven expertise in creating and delivering events. My lived experience as a gay, person of colour from diverse backgrounds has shaped my empathy, and given me a unique perspective on life and what it means to be alive.
I lead with the heart.
Events and communications specialist
25 years of industry experience
Facilitator & Master of Ceremonies
Holding the room with warmth and care
Published poet & scriptwriter
I find the words so you can tell your story
Member, Celebrant Network & FCAA
Fellowship of Celebrant Associations Australia
how i help you
I'm a good listener and I pay attention.
End-of-life transitions are difficult. They can be really sad, confusing and overwhelming but there is always room for gratitude, joy, even laughter. I’m there to hold your hand.
I will pull together a service or event so that your loved one — or you, yourself — is remembered with great affection and respect, and celebrated. I know the power of words, and will help you find the right things to say so you can tell your story.
Funerals
A meaningful farewell
Services that are personalised, respectful and memorable. A time to come together and support one another as we say ‘goodbye’.
Memorials
A celebration of life
Reflective services that remember the unique individual, their achievements, contributions and their gifts.
Living Wakes
Take the time to say goodbye
Personalised. Meaningful. Reflective.
Memorable.
Every service is unique to the individual, whether it is your loved one or yourself. Your story, your memories. Every service I deliver is built on listening deeply and responding with warmth and care. Wherever you’re at, I’ll meet you there and we’ll find a way through it.
LOCATIONS
Serving Melbourne & surrounds
I work with families across metropolitan Melbourne, the inner city and outer suburbs, and parts of Greater Melbourne. I’m comfortable at any venue, be it a funeral home, a private home, a garden or park, a favourite beach or hangout — places that hold special meaning or significance.
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testimonials
Some reflections
Ian took the time to really listen. He incorporated our thoughts and delivered a heartfelt eulogy that captured the life force that was our mother, remembering her in a way that she would have approved of.
Ian was compassionate, thoughtful and gentle. It was a really difficult time and circumstance, but we got through it. I will always be grateful he said ‘yes’.
Ian worked closely with the funeral director and our pastor, ensuring a seamless service. Organised, reliable. He took good care of us.
The location for the memorial service — a beach we went to as children — made it all the more special for me. It was a compact service, but good storytelling and attention to detail. Plus the message about ‘moving forward,’ though hard, was helpful.
Tell me a little about what you need.
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