Celebrants

Sue Smith

Hamilton

I have been a funeral celebrant for 10 years, dedicated to helping families create a deeply personal and respectful farewell for your loved one. I enjoy working with families to capture the true essence of the person who has passed. My aim is to bring some comfort and take some pressure from the family during such a difficult time from gathering the stories, music, personal interests and passions that truly reflects your loved ones spirit, to carefully writing and delivering a memorable ceremony, which you will get to approve before the service.

When you reflect you will feel the service played a significant role in your grieving process.

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Some kind words from families:

We are so grateful to Mike Cork and the team at Seddon Park for the care and compassion shown to our family after the loss of our son Max. From the first meeting, Mike put us at ease with his kindness and understanding, guiding us through every step of an overwhelming process.The service was handled with such flexibility and attention to detail, even when numbers grew far beyond what we expected. Everything—from the livestream to the slideshow—was arranged seamlessly and with genuine care.We truly felt that Max was honoured in the best possible way, and we will always be grateful to the ...
Thank you for what was a beautiful send-off for our great grandmother GG who lived till 106.Anne-Marie our celebrant did a spectacular job with her delivery, patience, kindness, laughter and presentation it was above and beyond. She truly captured the cheekiness of our grandmother, adding smiles and laughter to our faces which is exactly what GG did. I’d like to also take this moment to thank all of your team who cared for GG who we didn’t meet, from picking her up from Maeroa Lodge to placing her to rest. Thank you for everything you do. Your kindness and respectfulness are hugely ...
I have had recent dealings with Seddon Park Funeral Home and wish to convey from myself and my family our sincere and heart felt thanks.
We felt as though we were treated with dignity and respect throughout the entire process.
When organising Richard’s service, I looked at several options and chose Seddon Park because of their very detailed and professional quote which was sent very promptly. I still had many questions, all answered very respectfully.

This professionalism is very evident in all aspects of your service. Kathryn, you made a very traumatic and sad event so so much easier with your soft, empathetic and calm approach. We loved how the service came together and I know Richard would have been very happy with it.

I cannot recommend Seddon Park highly enough.
Just a note to say that Michael's funeral was lovely and you did such a wonderful job.

Really appreciate the thought and time that you put in.

Thanks heaps
We just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you and your team for the great way in which you looked after everything for us for Mums Funeral Service. You certainly made a difficult time for us, far more bearable.
To Kathryn & Team,

Words will never begin to say how thankful I am for your overwhelming kindness and generosity at the bad time of David’s death. You went way beyond my expectations and call of duty. I will never forget what you did, your understanding, support, help that you offered me, and David looked so lovely…

Ps. I understand now why everyone who has engaged your services speak so highly of you.

Thank you so much again.
(Christy) You gave us the courage on the day of the funeral service to do what we needed to do, humbly, thank you for everything. Sadliers Morrinsville are so fortunate to have you, your empathy shines throughout every facet of the journey. Much love