Memorials,  Funerals, and End of Life Ceremonies

In the midst of the tender time of grieving for a recent loss of a loved one, many decisions must be made.  One of the most important decisions is the creation of a well-planned farewell funeral service, memorial service, or an end of life ceremony that is a tribute to the one who has passed on.  

Funeral Services

If you are now faced with the task of creating a farewell service for a deceased loved one, Dr. Gerogia Martin can assist you in planning the ceremony.  As a non-denominational interfaith ordained minister and funeral officiant, Dr. Martin is well trained to meet your needs during this time of loss and can help you arrange and create a meaningful, uplifting, and life-centered spiritual or secular ceremony that reflects the feelings, beliefs and individuality of your departed loved one. 

Ceremonies can be non-denominational, interfaith or civil, simple or elaborate, traditional or non-traditional, and may include ash-scattering, stories, anecdotes, music, readings, poems and songs.  They may be held inside of a home, a church, a chapel, a funeral home, a hall, or a crematoria, or they may be held outside at the graveside, or a favorite location such as a garden, in the desert, or at the beach.  Each ceremony is filled with grace, dignity, depth, reverence, compassion, and with creativity, lightness and humor when needed. 

Dr. Martin will meet with you and your family to craft a beautiful unique tribute to the life of your dearly departed.   Together, we will create a beautifully personalized ceremony that captures the very essence of your loved one’s personality and lifestyle, that celebrates your emotions toward them, and that allows you, your family, and friends to let go, say farewell, and begin the healing process.

Whatever your choice regarding ceremony type or location, Dr. Martin cares about what you are going through, and desires to be of the highest service to you by facilitating a tribute to your deceased loved one that is life affirming, deeply personal and healing.  In addition, she desires to assist the family to heal from their loss by offering comfort and strength to those in need.  After the service, you will receive a beautiful keepsake copy of the ceremony. 

If you are experiencing grief from the loss of a deceased pet, let Dr. Martin assist you in planning a Pet Bereavement Ceremony.  She can meet with you and your family to create a meaningful, uplifting, tribute to your pet.

Ceremonies may be simple or elaborate, and filled with compassion, creativity, and humor when needed.  The may include ash-scattering, stories, anecdotes, music, readings, poems and songs, and may be held inside of a home, a hall, or crematoria; they may also be held outside at a graveside, or a favorite location such as a garden, a desert, or beach.