My Way Ceremonies
Farewells That Fit
Celebrant Karen Kay
Funeral Celebrant and Ceremony Writer
For families wanting a personal, meaningful farewell, whether working with a funeral director or creating something more independent.
A steady, experienced presence
With over seven years’ experience as a funeral director, funeral home location manager, and celebrant, I have worked closely with hundreds of families at the time of death.
I understand both the practical realities and the quieter pressures that can sit alongside them, the sense of responsibility, the decisions to be made, and the importance of getting this right.
My role is to bring clarity, structure, and steady support, so you can focus on what matters most.
Calm guidance. Thoughtfully written words. A farewell held with care.
When someone dies, we want to do this well, to bring people together, to reflect the person who has died, and to create a moment that feels right.
You may already be working with a funeral director.
Or you may be planning something more personal, at your own pace, in your own way.
Wherever you are in that process, I offer calm, experienced guidance and a carefully written and presented ceremony to help you shape a farewell that fits your person, your people, and the way you want to come together.
A ceremony that brings people together
For many families, the ceremony becomes the moment when everyone gathers, a shared space within a wider day of connection, conversation, and remembrance.
My work is to help shape that moment so it feels natural, unforced, and true to your person.
Whether the ceremony is part of a traditional funeral, a memorial after cremation, or a more independently arranged gathering, the approach remains the same:
Careful listening. Clear structure.
Words shaped around your person and your way of doing things.
Ways we can work together
Some families would like someone to lead and hold the ceremony on the day. Others prefer to take a more active role, with guidance and support behind the scenes.
I offer both:
Face-to-face ceremony writing and delivery (for families located from Brisbane to Caloundra, QLD)
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Remote ceremony writing and guidance (for families across Australia and beyond)
In both cases, you are supported through conversation, structure, and writing — so the ceremony feels considered, manageable, and well held.
Begin with a Conversation
If you’re not sure where to start, that’s completely fine.
We can begin with a simple conversation, a calm, straightforward space to talk things through, ask questions, and share a little about your person.
From there, we can see what kind of support would be most helpful for you.