A Celebration Of Life
Mourning a death and saying goodbye to someone who has been a big part of your life is one of the hardest moments we will face in our lifetime.
What I do…
Welcome to Foremost Ceremonies, where I offer heartfelt, personalised funeral ceremonies of all kinds that honour life with dignity and meaning. As a compassionate funeral celebrant, and with professional expertise, I help families transform grief into beautiful tributes that celebrate cherished memories and provide genuine comfort. Whether you prefer a traditional service, a nature-inspired farewell or a completely bespoke celebration of life, I am here to support you with warmth, empathy and professionalism. Together, we can craft a beautiful and memorable goodbye that truly celebrates a life well lived.
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I will craft a unique and heartfelt ceremony that is tailored to reflect the personality, values and life story of your loved one.
I can incorporate meaningful rituals, readings, music, or symbolic gestures that hold special significance to you or them.
I can offer creative ideas for honouring your loved one in unique and uplifting ways.
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Assist you in writing or delivering a meaningful eulogy that captures the spirit of the person you have lost.
Offering support for those who wish to speak but need guidance or encouragement to do so. I will be by your side on the day and will support you through it all.
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From non-religious funeral ceremonies to spiritual celebrations, traditional services with religious references to contemporary memorials, I will guide you in creating a beautiful, personal farewelI that celebrates a life well lived.
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I have a calm and empathetic presence and will help you navigate the emotional challenges during planning, on the day and afterwards, I will be with you all the way, and always at the end of the phone to chat with you.
I can offer support and refer you to additional grief support resources if needed.
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Did you know you can have a celebrant led ceremony just about anywhere? I am happy to conduct ceremonies in a variety of settings, from funeral homes and crematoriums to gardens, homes, or other meaningful locations. It really is your choice!
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Fees from £250*
No matter if you have got in touch with me directly or by your Funeral Director, my services are the same.
All fees are inclusive of:
A complementary 30 minute consultation either face to face, by phone or Facetime or Zoom
Initial planning meeting to chat about your loved one, their life story, personality, hobbies and so on
Unlimited drafts of your ceremony and liaising with other people who will be taking part in your ceremony
Unlimited email and phone consultations as required
Working with your Funeral Director/ Crematorium
Support with your Order of service, music, readings
Arrival 30 minutes before the service to check all is in order
Delivery of ceremony
A printed copy of your ceremony script to treasure
Please note my fee for all infant and children’s funerals under the age of 16 is free of charge.
*Meetings and services held outside of my local area will incur a small travel expense
*Meetings 45p per mile over 30 miles
On day of ceremony 45p per mile over 30 miles
My role as a funeral celebrant is to provide comfort and support while creating a respectful, meaningful, and uplifting farewell.
About Me
So what do you want to know about me?
Hi, my name is Samantha Tingey and I live in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire where I have lived for most of my life.
I am the proud mum to two amazing grown up children who have now both left the nest and are embarking on their own life adventures. That leaves me with my dog Tiger (Bichon Frise) who has been my constant companion through life's ups and downs.
I recently retired from teaching, having spent 31 years working with teenagers. For the last 17 years I was Head of Special Needs in a large secondary school and worked with some complex young people and their families, supporting them through some difficult times.
My hobbies include trail running - I love a bit of mud!, meeting friends for coffee and cake, cinema and shopping, reading crime thrillers and have just got back into my art and painting again.
I also work part time as an Outdoor Education Coordinator and Duke of Edinburgh Award Manager and get the chance to take young people into the countryside and explore their surroundings as well as residential trips abroad. I have also just started volunteering for Sue Ryder and am a Grief Kind volunteer, hoping to offer support to those grieving.
If you’re looking for a celebrant who will listen, understand, and help you create a truly memorable occasion, I’d love to connect and hear your story.
