About me

I am a fully trained funeral celebrant serving the West Coast of Scotland, offering personalised ceremonies that celebrate life. My role is to honour your story with care, craft, and compassion, and to ensure that whatever moment you’re marking feels meaningful, personal, and held with dignity.

Born and bred on the Clyde, I’ve always believed in the strength of community, the value of service, and the importance of standing beside people when it matters most. After more than 30 years serving in the Royal Navy, I bring the same steadiness, professionalism, and quiet reliability to my work as a celebrant. A lifetime at sea teaches you many things: calm under pressure, respect for every individual, and the ability to guide others through moments of significance with clarity and dignity.
I’m also a dad to two wonderful children with additional needs, and that part of my life has shaped me just as deeply. It’s taught me patience, empathy, and the importance of meeting people exactly where they are. It’s shown me how every family carries its own story, its own challenges, and its own triumphs, and how vital it is to create spaces where people feel understood, supported, and truly seen.
Whether I’m helping a family say farewell, celebrating a new beginning, or marking a milestone filled with joy, I hope I bring warmth and a steady hand.

Funeral Ceremonies Across Inverclyde & the Clyde Coast
I support families throughout:
Greenock
Port Glasgow
Gourock
Inverclyde
Clydebank & the Clyde Coast
West Coast of Scotland
Whether you prefer a traditional service, a humanist‑style ceremony, or something simple and intimate, I will guide you through each step with calm, clarity, and compassion.

My Services Include:
Full funeral ceremony writing and delivery
Celebration of life ceremonies
Humanist‑style or non‑religious funerals
Semi‑religious services with prayers or hymns
Crematorium and graveside ceremonies
Memorial services
Support choosing readings, poems, and music
Sensitive gathering of family stories and memories
Liaison with funeral directors and crematorium staff
My Approach
I take time to listen, understand, and learn about your loved one. I then craft a ceremony that reflects:
Their character
Their humour
Their values
Their relationships
Their story
Every ceremony is unique — because every life is unique.
Areas Covered
Greenock
Port Glasgow
Gourock
Inverclyde
Clydebank
West Coast of Scotland
If you’re unsure whether I cover your area, just ask.