Funeral planning can be stressful for families who are already in the midst of the grieving process. To assist in this complicated task, a certified celebrant can be very helpful to families in the process of organizing a memorial. Here’s what you should know about this profession and the role they can play during this difficult time.

What Certified Celebrants Do

Sometimes known as a funeral officiant, a certified celebrant is someone who works closely with the family during the funeral planning process. They can help you create a personalized and meaningful service befitting of your loved one. Their mission is to design a funeral or memorial service that’s indicative of the person’s values. The celebrant will take into account your loved one’s wishes, their character, their spiritual beliefs, and other facets of their personality to create a beautiful and memorable event that allows those grieving to properly honor the person and pay their respects to the family.

How They Can Help You

Think of the celebrant as someone who can help you create the right type of service that celebrates the person’s life properly. Funeral directors differ slightly in that they perform more technical aspects, like embalming and cremation. The celebrant’s job is solely to design a ceremony. They will work closely with you to learn more about your loved one. Because they have extensive training and experience, they can then take the lead and commit to the funeral planning process in full. They can design it from scratch, creating a structured service or something more casual, depending on what you prefer.

Why It’s a Good Idea

Unless your loved one left specific wishes for funeral planning, it can be challenging for families to focus on the planning process. There are many decisions involved, from choosing the right type of casket to picking speakers and songs. These types of options can still be left to your discretion when you work with a celebrant, but the most significant advantage is that they work hard to make the process as easy as possible for you. They’ll come to you so that you can take the time to grieve and focus on the healing process. It can be enormously cathartic to leave the responsibilities to someone capable and caring.
 

Families throughout Cincinnati, OH, turn to Brater-Winter Funeral Home during their times of grief. The compassionate staff offers a variety of services to assist you, including memorial services, cremation services, and funeral planning. To find out more about how they can help you, visit their website or call (513) 941-1940 to speak with a representative.