Ken Barlow, Independent Funeral Celebrant.

11/11/2025

A very sad, emotional and tearful funeral service today, matched only by the pouring rain outside.

29/10/2025

A reminder that Happy Daze is on tomorrow at Vibe 75 from 12-2pm. Dave and David from NSI will be sharing the history of NSI as well as updates on the various projects NSI is currently working on. Pop along for a cuppa and a trip down memory lane!

27/10/2025

A very well attended funeral today with happy memories, funny tales and sad farewells from family friends and colleagues.
It is always good to see a life so well lived, recognised and celebrated. Thank you all.

23/09/2025

Another fine farewell from family and friends to a man whose life was well lived and well loved right to the end. Ride on ‘Nipper.’

13/09/2025

Ready for work…

11/09/2025

I am often asked for poems to read out at a service. I’ve updated this page with appropriate poems for folk to consider. They appear in the photo section, feel free to peruse.

11/09/2025

07/09/2025

The service last week serves to demonstrate just what a mix of emotions are at play in such circumstances. Pride, sorrow, tears, joy and laughter… all celebrating a wonderful life well lived.

18/07/2025

Anticipatory Grief… often ignored or glossed over but can be so cruel.