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Julie O'Brien

Andi Crown Photography

A Thoughtful Farewell, Shaped Around the Life Lived

Calm, respectful funeral ceremonies that honour the person and support the people who loved them.

As a funeral celebrant, my focus is on creating a service that genuinely reflects the person being farewelled. I work closely with families to understand their stories, values, and wishes, and then shape a ceremony that feels honest, respectful, and meaningful. My approach is calm, clear, and practical, while still recognising the emotion of the moment. My aim is simply to help people say goodbye in a way that feels right for them.

L Wilson

“She is a warm an empathetic person who is easy to get on with."

Alan Palmer

“She has a wonderfully warm personality, great integrity and empathy. Her skills as a performer give her the ability to communicate clearly and to listen intently. Julie is honest, trustworthy and reliable."

V.McMillan

“Julie is inclusive, has a great sense of humour and is a very genuine person. She has a very reassuring manner about he."

V.McMillan

“Julie is inclusive, has a great sense of humour and is a very genuine person. She has a very reassuring manner about he."

Pauline Rimmer

​​​"Anyone who has Julie as a celebrant to share their day would be truly fortunate."

The Herricks

​​​"Thank you, Julie for your kindness, sensitivity and sense of calm when we needed you at the time of Mum’s passing. You possess an incredible gift – you didn’t know our family but the way you got to know Mum through our stories and turn them into lovely words for her tribute was amazing, something that the whole family commented on.."

Maria and Florin

 "You are very easy to work with and no pressure at all even if we have very little time to work things out and  I'm thankful that you have been part of it"

The Baker Family

"​​​Thank you again for making the experience as comforting as was possible for our family."

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