Celebrant Marc Lemezma - Funeral & LIfe Celebrant

Celebrant Marc Lemezma - Funeral & LIfe Celebrant Artist of the Farewell | Crafting meaningful ceremonies for all of life's moments, from joyous hellos to poignant goodbyes.

Award-winning Independent Funeral Celebrant, covering Kent, East Sussex and South East London. Celebrating the life of your loved one is at the heart of everything I do. My job is to work with you to plan a unique tribute that truly reflects their life, character, and values. Some services include poems, readings, and prayers; Some may have little or no spiritual content or be peaceful and reflective. Some funerals may have a specific theme. Yet others may be lighter in tone and humorous with a healthy irreverence. Writing and delivering words that move, inspire, motivate and even entertain whilst bringing comfort has been my life for over 20 years. In 2000, following a globetrotting career in IT, I began a new life writing, performing, speaking and coaching others. Since then, I have written and published eight books; helped hundreds of people through counselling and therapy; spoken at events worldwide; entertained and motivated thousands. In 2018 I first considered training as a celebrant; when my son Josh was diagnosed with leukaemia, those plans went on hold. I delivered the eulogy at his funeral and was thus inspired to take formal training. However you choose to commemorate the life of your loved one, I aim to capture their essence in a personalised tribute. A tribute that uniquely celebrates and honours their life, one you, your family and friends will remember forever.

06/11/2025

🕊️ A 'Thought for the Day' that is very personal to me.

Today, November 6th, is the anniversary of my sister Catherine's passing. It’s also Worldwide Bereaved Sibling's Month, which feels incredibly poignant.

The grief of losing a sibling is so unique, yet it's often overshadowed. They are our first friends, our link to our childhood, and the people we expected to grow old with. They can truly be the 'forgotten mourners'.

In this video, I share a few thoughts on this and a very special, short clip of my sister Catherine singing on Top of the Pops back in 1986.

Here is her full, wonderful performance of 'To Have and To Hold' from that day: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3q-lG0a7Rzk

My thought for today is: let's remember them. If you've lost a sibling, perhaps you'd like to share a memory or just their name in the comments. Let's hold this space for each other. 🫂

I'm Marc Lemezma, a celebrant helping families honour their loved ones. 🌐 www.celebrantmarc.co.uk

05/11/2025

"Why them, and not me?" 💔 Survivor's guilt is one of the most painful and isolating feelings in the world.

It's a topic I understand personally, having experienced it after my son died. It’s a traumatic form of grief where your brain searches for a reason, often settling on self-blame.

In this video, I explain the psychology behind it and offer compassion for anyone carrying this weight. Please hear this: your survival is not a betrayal. You are not alone in this feeling. ❤️‍🩹

04/11/2025

‘We felt at ease…’ ❤️

This is the most important part of my role. During a difficult time, my job is to listen, understand, and create a ceremony that is 100% personal to you and your family.

Grateful for this feedback: "We felt at ease with Marc who absorbed all the information we provided & delivered an amazing personal service!"

Call to Action: If you’re looking for a celebrant to help you craft a unique and fitting goodbye, I’m here to help.

Find out more via the link in my bio or visit: www.celebrantmarc.co.uk

Funerals don't have to be sombre or traditional.As a local funeral celebrant, I help families create truly personal good...
04/11/2025

Funerals don't have to be sombre or traditional.

As a local funeral celebrant, I help families create truly personal goodbyes.

These photos show services I've conducted in unique venues, moving beyond the chapel to create a fitting celebration.

Even if you choose a direct or Pure cremation, you can still have a proper celebration. We can create a separate memorial service at a time and place that's right for you, focusing on the stories and memories that made your loved one special.

Your loved one's goodbye should be as unique as their life.
For a ceremony that truly honours their life, send me a message or visit my website: www.celebrantmarc.co.uk

03/11/2025

For years, we were told to "let go" of those we lost. That's wrong. 🤍

The relationship doesn't end. It just changes. This is "Continuing Bonds"—where you carry their love, memory, and influence with you.
In this video, I explain how this healthy, modern understanding of grief is the true foundation for hope. Based on my work with hundreds of bereaved families. ❤️‍🩹
How do you keep their memory alive? Let's share in the comments.

Follow for the next video, where we tackle the tough subject of Survivor's Guilt.

Very prescient and worthwhile advice from my good friends at Albany Funerals . I feel privileged and proud to be able t...
02/11/2025

Very prescient and worthwhile advice from my good friends at Albany Funerals . I feel privileged and proud to be able to work with them at many of these unique and very personal funeral and memorial events.

02/11/2025

While we're still deep in our series on grief (a few more episodes to go!), I wanted to share a poem that asks a question many of us think: "Can I really do that at a funeral?"
It's also a sneak peek of my brand new series, which will launch after the grief series finishes, called "Can I Really Do That at a Funeral?"
We'll be exploring how to break the old rules to create a farewell that is authentic, personal, and a true celebration of life. Let me know what you think of the poem

28/10/2025

"Acceptance" in grief is almost always misunderstood. 💔

It doesn't mean you're "okay" or "over it." It means you've simply stopped fighting reality. It's the gentle shift from "what if?" to "what now?"

In this video, I explain this hopeful phase of rebuilding and why that first laugh or flicker of joy is NOT a betrayal. Based on my work with hundreds of bereaved families. ❤️‍🩹

What has "rebuilding" felt like for you?

Follow for the next video: Hope & Continuing Bonds.

24/10/2025

Feeling forgetful? Chaotic? Like your brain is in a fog? 🌫️ You're not losing your mind. It's "Grief Brain," and it's real.

This phase is a mix of intense, restless pining for the person you've lost and the total disorganisation of your life and thoughts. Your brain is overworked and your life's structure has collapsed.

In this video, I explain why it happens and how to be kind to your brain as it heals. Based on my work with hundreds of bereaved families. ❤️‍🩹

Let's talk in the comments. What did "Grief Brain" feel like for you?

Follow for the next video: Acceptance & Reorganisation.

Amazing News!You may remember a few weeks ago I mentioned I was nominated for the Debbie Brooke Award by the Association...
23/10/2025

Amazing News!

You may remember a few weeks ago I mentioned I was nominated for the Debbie Brooke Award by the Association of Independent Celebrants (AOIC).

I’m delighted to share that I was recently named Runner-Up. This award goes beyond simply recognising excellence as a celebrant. It celebrates those who help to push the boundaries of our profession through creativity, innovation and care.

For me, that includes the unique services I design in collaboration with funeral directors and different venues, the work I do on my YouTube channel to support families through grief, and the poetry I write to bring comfort and reflection.

I’m deeply touched that so many people took the time to nominate and vote for me, and above all, I’m truly grateful to every family who places their trust in my work each day.

Thank you all for being part of this journey.

It's always touching when I hear that my poems have been read in tribute to others.Today I learned that some lines from ...
20/10/2025

It's always touching when I hear that my poems have been read in tribute to others.

Today I learned that some lines from my Biker's Blessing poem had been read in the Canadian parliament in honour of a much respected member of the community in

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