Funeral Celebrant in KenT marc lemezma
Award-Winning Independent funeral Celebrant based in maidstone
Funeral Services Crafted with Care and Beauty
When someone dies, finding the right words and creating a funeral service that truly does them justice can feel overwhelming
I’m Marc, a funeral celebrant helping families across Kent create beautiful, personal farewells
for the people they love.
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Marc Lemezma Funeral Celebrant Serving Kent and The South East
Planning and delivering a funeral service involves more decisions than most people expect.
My job is to take that burden from you, to help you create both the perfect words and to shape the whole day; what it feels like, how it flows, the music, the moments, the important details that make it truly, uniquely theirs.
I bring thirty years of writing and speaking experience to every service, along with the freedom to think differently. Tradition matters deeply to me, and so does having the courage to suggest something different when it will make the day more meaningful, more personal, more beautiful
Although your funeral director may suggest a funeral celebrant, it is always your choice. If you feel I may be the right person to help, you are very welcome to contact me on 07904 262138 or ask your funeral arranger to get in touch on your behalf.
If you’re considering a more traditional funeral service at the crematorium or cemetery, please continue reading for details on my Standard Funeral Services.
Alternatively, you can explore Bespoke Celebrations if you are looking for something truly unique. If you are considering Direct Cremation or Pure Cremation, you might find useful information here, or if you have already arranged a direct cremation, you can learn about planning a personal Memorial After Direct Cremation Service.
From your first conversation to the day of the service, I will guide you through the process with calm, compassion and clarity. Whether you are planning a funeral, memorial or celebration of life, I will help you create a service that feels right for your family.
Celebrant Marc Lemezma is a fully qualified member of the Association of Independent Celebrants.
Trusted by Families Across Kent & The South East
Read more testimonials for Funeral Celebrant Marc here.
Wonderful Tribute
"Marc spoke at the funeral for the son of my friend. A young man who had passed away far too early. He was a cheeky lad not without his problems who was loved by all. Marc took the story of this youngster’s life and made a wonderful tribute full of humour balanced with dignity. It was a proper fitting tribute."
PF | Chatham
Dad Would Have Loved It
"Marc, thank you so very much for being our Celebrant. You were absolutely amazing. Everybody who attended said how you managed to talk about Dad as if you’d known him for years and how when you were talking about him they were nodding in agreement. Thank you so much. If a funeral could be a happy time then Dad would have loved it all."
CD | Gillingham
You Made It Much Less Painful
"Hello Marc, we'd like to thank you for your help in conducting Martin's service and for the feedback on the many comments that your tribute received. Many asked how long you had known Martin and were amazed at how well you captured his personality and friendship with all . Please accept our grateful thanks and appreciation as to you, in making a difficult experience that much less painful. Thanks again - Lyn, Alan and Family"
Alan Gover | Maidstone
Working With Your
Funeral Celebrant
The first conversation is often the hardest. Most families tell me afterwards that it was far easier than they expected.
Once your funeral date is confirmed, I’ll arrange a meeting with you and your family. This can be at your home, at the Funeral Director’s premises, or online if you aren’t local to Kent.
This meeting is our chance to learn about your loved one’s character and the key events that shaped their life. We’ll discuss all aspects of the service: your wishes for style, theme, and specific elements like music choices, readings, or poems.
If family or friends wish to speak, I can advise them on appropriate words, help coach their delivery, and be ready to gently take over if emotions become too much. This informal, relaxed meeting usually lasts about an hour and ensures your funeral tribute is personal and unique
My Journey as a Funeral Celebrant
Celebrating the life of your loved one is at the heart of my work. Writing and delivering words that move, inspire, and bring comfort has been my focus for over 30 years.
Following a globetrotting career in IT, I began a new life writing, performing, speaking, and coaching others. I have written and published eight books and spoken at events worldwide.
In 2019, my son Josh was diagnosed with leukaemia. Josh lost his battle in late 2020. Delivering the eulogy at his funeral inspired me to take formal celebrant training.
Since then, I have acted as a funeral celebrant for hundreds of services in all manner of venues, from Crematoria to Cemeteries, Homes to Hotels, and even by a Lakeside. I aim to capture your loved one’s essence in a personalised tribute that uniquely celebrates and honours their life.
Born and bred in Kent, I have lived with my wife in Maidstone for around 40 years. It is a privilege to help other families find the right way to celebrate and commemorate the lives of their loved ones.
My late son Josh, whose passing at just 27 inspired me to become a Funeral Celebrant
Your Celebrant - With You Every Step of the Way
Meeting With You
so that we can explore what kind of service is appropriate for your loved one, and meets your wishes.
Confirming Arrangements
I will use the information we discuss to draft a service, which I will email for your approval. I’ll also liaise with your funeral arranger at your chosen funeral director as necessary.
On The Day
I will lead and conduct the funeral service for your loved one. I’ll also be ready to assist family members or friends wishing to speak. Where appropriate, following the service, I will provide a memento copy of the ceremony.
Other Services
If you are planning to inter or scatter the ashes of your loved one later, I am available to help by saying a few words to mark the occasion. If you are planning a memorial or celebration of life event, I can assist too. Simply ask.
Other Support
Funeral Poetry
Poetry holds profound importance in commemorating a life, offering solace and helping to express complex emotions during a funeral.
I am blessed that my original poetry is read by hundreds of people each day across the world. To assist you in choosing the perfect words for your loved one’s service, I have recorded a large, personal selection of different styles and types of poems
Do check the funeral poetry page or visit my YouTube Channel for more.
After the Funeral?
A few days after a cremation service has taken place, you will be able to collect the remains or ashes of your loved one from the Funeral Director.
You then have many choices; you can keep them with you at home, or perhaps you would like to scatter them at a special place or inter them in a vault or the garden of remembrance.
Many families wish to have a small ceremony to mark the scattering or interment of ashes. I can assist by helping create a short service and attending to say a few words to help make the event a positive special memory and to create more of a sense of occasion.
If you’d like a longer memorial piece (or I was not at their funeral), I will create a small service to make that important day feel more memorable and unique.
Contact Marc
Please do get in touch to discuss planning a funeral service, a celebration of life service, or memorial service, or if you have any questions concerning a funeral I am working on for you or your family. I usually aim to respond within half a day during normal working hours. To email Marc please use the form below or message directly at marc@lemezma.com