Funeral celebrant in the Snowy Mountains
The Final Celebration is the most beautiful way to celebrate your loved ones life, their achievements, the moments that mattered, made them smile, and how you would like them to be remembered.
Stories from their friends, the life they lived and challenges they triumphed over, to celebrate their amazing life.
The final celebration: a tribute to life
15-30 minutes - $995
A Final Celebration is a deeply personal farewell crafted with empathy, respect, and flexibility. I work closely with families to honour their loved one’s life through a celebration ceremony that reflects their stories, values, humour, and legacy. Every service is tailored with care, supporting you through decisions, shaping meaningful moments, and creating a space that feels authentic, comforting, and beautifully personal.
Included in my Final Celebration service:
Compassionate planning and family support
Personalised ceremony script and storytelling
Music, readings, and heartfelt tributes
Guidance for family and friends who wish to speak
Keepsake booklet or memorial bookmark - Design only - $295
Live streaming (via Brent from Stream)
Optional photo slideshow or video tribute - $595
Compassionate, personalised service to honour life & legacy
Tilly creates a truly personal ceremony to reveal the unique story of your loved one, and work closely with you to be sure the celebration is a reflection of the life they lived.
A heartfelt tribute with optional keepsakes - personalised designs
As an added service, Tilly offers a beautiful booklet or bookmark (design only) ($295) commemorating their life, and/or a custom video slideshow with music, up to 100 photos ($595).
You can also have the ceremony
live-streamed with Brent.
Tilly works with you to create a service that is heartfelt, compassionate, and respectful, offering comfort during difficult times.
Navigate an emotional time with grace and reassurance
How we plan a meaningful farewell
Begin with a caring conversation
We start with an initial meeting, either in person or by phone, where we talk through your wishes for the farewell. At this stage, we also decide whether you’d like to include keepsakes such as a booklet or bookmark, or a photo and video presentation, and gently shape the overall direction of the ceremony.
Honour their story together
From there, we gather memories, stories, and meaningful details that truly reflect your loved one’s life. I work closely with you and your family, drafting and refining the ceremony so every tribute, reading, and voice is thoughtfully included.
A respectful farewell on the day
On the day, I deliver a personalised celebration of life with care, warmth, and professionalism. I offer full flexibility with timing and location, supporting you throughout the process and ensuring the final celebration feels respectful, heartfelt, and true to the life being honoured.
As the Final Celebration Celebrant for the Snowy Mountains, I support families across Thredbo, Jindabyne, Lake Crackenback, Cooma and all surrounding regions.
Whether you choose an intimate indoor setting or a serene outdoor location, each final celebration in NSW is crafted to reflect the natural peace and quiet beauty of this landscape. The mountains offer a gentle backdrop for honouring a loved one’s life, creating space for remembrance, connection, and heartfelt stories.
Every ceremony is personalised to your family’s wishes, ensuring a final farewell that feels authentic, comforting, and deeply meaningful.
Funeral and memorial ceremonies across the Snowy Mountains
The final celebration FAQs
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A funeral celebrant guides families through planning a personalised and meaningful final celebration. I gather stories, shape the ceremony script, coordinate with loved ones, and lead the service with empathy, ensuring the celebration of life reflects your wishes and honours your loved one authentically.
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Absolutely. Your ceremony can include prayers, blessings, favourite hymns, contemporary music, or cultural traditions. I work with you to incorporate whatever feels right, creating a service that aligns with your family’s beliefs, values, and preferred tone.
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Most funeral and memorial services run for 20-40 minutes, depending on the number of readings, speakers, rituals, or musical selections. I tailor the structure to suit your needs and the venue’s timing requirements.
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Yes. Loved ones are always welcome to contribute readings, anecdotes, or tributes. I offer guidance, gentle coaching, and support to help them feel confident and prepared when sharing their words on the day.
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Yes. I can assist with shaping eulogies, refining wording, or writing them entirely based on your memories and stories. My aim is to capture your loved one’s personality with warmth, clarity, and respect.
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Absolutely. Outdoor ceremonies are beautiful in the Snowy Mountains. I help with planning considerations like weather, acoustics, and accessibility to ensure the service runs smoothly in any setting.
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Yes. While the Snowy Mountains are my home region, I do travel further across NSW upon request. Travel costs vary based on location, and I’m always happy to discuss options with your family.
“Tilly, you were more than just our Celebrant. The effort, dedication and time you gave us, saw our day of grief turned into a day of celebration. You’re not just professional, you are caring and genuine. 10 out of 10! Thank you Tilly.”
— Adam Caldwell & Family
Beverley Caldwell Final Celebration
Cooma Car Club, 29 May 2025