Funerals with Big Love
Losing someone you love changes everything.
In those first raw days and weeks, the thought of planning
a funeral can feel impossibly hard.
I want you to know: you don't have to navigate this alone.
Walking this path together
We will work together to create a farewell that feels right - one that captures the essence of your person and brings your community together. I'm here to guide you gently through each decision, ensuring nothing feels rushed or forced.
No matter what your spiritual beliefs, cultural traditions, or family dynamics, you'll find acceptance and understanding here. Every family deserves a celebrant who truly listens, someone who takes the time to understand your loved one's story and helps you tell it beautifully.
My approach is collaborative and unhurried. We'll have honest conversations about what matters most to you, and I'll help transform those memories and stories into a ceremony that brings comfort & celebrates life.
I'll be right there with you, offering gentle guidance and practical support, making sure you feel heard and understood every step of the way. There's no judgment here - just genuine care for you and respect for your person.
Brisbane
FUNERAL CEREMONIES from $650
Brisbane
MEMORIAL CEREMONIES from $750
How to get started….
Getting started might feel overwhelming when you're in the midst of grief, but I'm here to make this process as gentle and manageable as possible.
We begin with a simple phone call where you can share as much or as little as you're ready to - there's no pressure, just space for you to breathe and tell me a little about your person and what you're hoping for & any plans they put in place.
From there, we'll schedule a longer conversation (usually in your home or somewhere comfortable for you or even via Zoom) where we dive deeper into who your person was, what mattered to them, and what feels right for your family.
I'll ask you questions you might not have considered and offer suggestions based on what I'm hearing from you.
We discuss:
How the service is to feel
Who will write and deliver eulogies and tributes
Music
Rituals that are fitting
Colours/special items of clothing to wear
Inclusion of hymns/sing-a-longs/prayers/a call & response
We will probably come up with ideas together… people often say, “Oh! I didn't know we could do that!” or “Oh! I hadn’t thought of that!”
So, we stay open to inspiration that comes to us in mysterious ways, and together we create a time of beauty, of sorrow, of togetherness- a time which honours your person and honours your bereavement.
Once we've sketched out the shape of your ceremony together, we'll refine it together until it feels exactly right.
I’ll assist with the logistics - liaising with the funeral director, venues, musicians, whoever needs to be involved - to help lighten the load. The whole process usually takes place over a week or two, but we can work to whatever timeline feels right for you.
Trained as an End-of-Life Doula and Planner, I am passionate about pre-planning for the end of our lives.
While I don’t offer Doula services at present, please know there is information & resources available to you if you’re interesting in knowing more:
• End of Life Care
• Advance Care Planning
• Home Funerals
Book your Funeral or Memorial here
Brisbane Funeral Ceremonies from $650
Brisbane Memorial Services from $750
“Jo, you honoured our Mother in so many ways and there are honestly no words that will convey our level of gratitude. In such a short time you were able to appreciate who she was and convey this in your words. Thank you for being you, for creating such a nurturing space and connectedness with your clients”