Lois Heckman

I provide a personal, dignified end-of-life tribute to your loved one. I carefully write and officiate a ceremony that accurately reflects the life and beliefs of the person who has died. You have complete final approval of the ceremony. I am able to suggest meaningful ways to honor and celebrate your loved one's life. Many of us have attended funerals that were less than satisfactory. My goal is to do all that is necessary to create a fitting service, with compassion and care. I am inclusive and sensitive to the diverse needs of  modern families.

A Celebration of Life  can be scheduled any time after the death of a loved one. This gives people time to plan, especially when travel is involved. It also gives you time to honor your loved one in a way you may not have been able to - when the service is immediately after the loss. The Celebration of Life ceremony is becoming more popular today because it offers an opportunity to truly honor the life of your loved one in creative and inclusive ways. Having a funeral service and a Celebration of Life later is also an option. Graveside service only is another choice. 
 
Pre-planning your own funeral service is an amazing option not many consider! But think about it: together we  can create the perfect ceremony to celebrate your life, once you've left.  With creativity and meaning, together we can craft something worthy of you. Read more about celebrant style funerals in the book: Stories from Funeral Celebrants, including a piece by Lois Heckman.