Saying Goodbye

Guiding you through life’s hardest moments with warmth, care, and understanding.
Michelle Kiernan brings experience, heart, and a deep respect for your loved one’s story.

"Your love is your love, and your grief is your grief. It belongs to you. All of it. Every part... Every beautiful, difficult, annoying, amazing part."
~
Megan Devine

ABOUT THE FOUNDER

Michelle Kiernan

Hi, I’m Michelle. I’m so sorry that you’re going through this difficult time, but please know that you’re not alone - I’m here to support you in any way I can.

As a funeral celebrant based in Victoria, my role is dedicated to caring for, listening to, and working alongside families, in planning a farewell that is fitting for their loved one - capturing the essence of who they were, the qualities they embodied, and the life they have lived.

A beautifully crafted farewell service can make all the difference to those left behind, allowing family and friends to come together, share memories and each other’s company, in whatever way feels right to you. This may also involve finding a venue that is not typically known for holding funerals or memorials - for a beach lover it could be a yacht club, a lover of food and wine perhaps a winery, for a nature lover, an area where they frequented and enjoyed spending time.

This can all be very overwhelming whilst also grieving your loss, and I’m here to guide and support you with care, kindness and compassion. With over 13 years of experience, I can provide options, choices, and guidance, in how you’d like the farewell to unfold; help in writing a eulogy or personal tributes, or just being that person in your corner supporting you every step of the way.

I work closely with my families to ensure every farewell feels personal and meaningful. Whether you’re planning a funeral, a memorial, a life celebration - big or small - I’d love to be able to help you create a ceremony that truly reflects your loved one.

If you need a helping hand, please reach out anytime.

Call me on 0404 069 747 or email me at michelle@mkcelebrant.com.au

“I opened the door and waited for grief to leave, but there he remained on my couch making himself at home” ~ Christian Bosse

A funeral service conducted with competence, care and compassion, pays tribute to a loved one by honouring and remembering them and reflects on the life they have lived. It is a safe place for family and friends to gather, to express their sadness and grieve their loss. Presenting a funeral ceremony that is heartfelt and sincere can make all the difference to the lives of those family and friends who are left behind.

  • Farewell

    Memorial or Funeral?

    A funeral is a ceremony held with the body present, often before burial or cremation.

    A memorial is a service held without the body present. It can take place anytime after a person has died and is more flexible in its format.

    More and more people are choosing to hold a memorial at a time and location that suits them, allowing the creation of a personalised farewell that is not only meaningful to them, but one that truly reflects the personality, values and wishes of their loved one.

    The ceremony can take any form you like. It can be a place of reflection and allow time to share stories, memories and tributes; recall the impact that the deceased had on the lives of those around them, and call to mind the essence of who they were and all that was felt for them.

    You can also think beyond a funeral chapel, and instead consider a less traditional setting that held special meaning to your person. This could be somewhere by the beach, a sailing club, a winery, a golf club, a private garden, or the family home. The possibilities are endless. If you’re in need of some ideas, I'm here to help.

Kind Words

  • Michelle K.

  • “Dear Michelle

    My family and I would like to thank you for the great job you did today in conducting Eddie’s service. You made it so friendly and we greatly appreciated it. We could not have managed without you.”

  • “Hi Michelle,

    Mum, Macca and I want to thank you so much for the beautiful service. The way you were able to tie it all together to tell Dad's story was amazing, it made it so special. Your guidance through this difficult process was so helpful, so many people came up to us afterwards to give their compliments about the service, and the way you presented it. Your warm, comforting presence made the day not too overwhelming, and we feel very lucky that you were able to be our celebrant for that day. Thanks again,”

  • Red Orchids

  • “Hi Michelle,

    I am just so blown away and so very thankful for everything you did to make this event run smoothly. Everything was presented beautifully and so professional. You made such a difficult day so easy. Everyone loved our stories and it really flowed. I can’t say thank you enough!!!

    Honestly you were such a pleasure to work with. Everything was as I hoped, and so much more. You gave me the strength I needed to get through the day. Everyone kept saying it was the best memorial that they had been too and a lot of the oldies want to copy what we did.

     Thank you so much!!”

  • “Hi Michelle,

    Thank you for the service you conducted yesterday for my mum. The service you prepared was lovely. Your assistance enabled us to provide the farewell to mum that reflected both her personality and her wishes. They are lucky families that have had, and will have, you to guide them through this process. Once again thank you.”

  • Flower at the beach

  • “Hello Michelle,

    On behalf of Andrew and Nick as well, I'd like to thank you for your respectful, generous and kind guidance assisting us in preparing and arranging Joy's service last Friday. Your thoughtful suggestions and guidance as well as your polished co-ordination of the service itself was key to such a wonderful celebration of Joy's life and legacy. It allowed us to be completely present and focused on the service rather than distracted by admin and organisation.

    Thank you again - I'm most appreciative.”

  • “Michelle, I just want to say thank you so much from the bottom of my heart.

    You made that such a beautiful service. Everything was perfect.

    Thank you for honouring my mum in such a beautiful way.

    Your words and kindness are truly appreciated. You have a beautiful heart.”

  • Rose

Get in touch

Hours
Monday–Friday: 9am–6pm
Saturday: 10am-6pm
Sunday: 10am-4pm

Phone
0404 069 747

Email
michelle@mkcelebrant.com.au

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