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Hello and thank you for visiting my website.


I have been asked on many occasions why would you be a funeral celebrant?


I must admit following career in corporate sales and running my own businesses and always on my feet presenting and talking at events for the best part of my working life, I really did not plan to be a celebrant.


After the passing of my parents I wrote a eulogy for each of them, then more recently I was asked to write a eulogy for many friends, this meant I spoke at approximately fifteen funerals in five years.


It was in 2021 I was complimented on a eulogy for a friend, and it was suggested by another long-term friend who is still a celebrant today that I should consider becoming a celebrant. Following being diagnosed with prostate cancer, having the operation and then gaining a full recovery it was then I decided to pursue my calling and receive the correct training.

I guess I was chosen and did not choose to be a celebrant, it’s an honour and a complete privilege to be asked to present a eulogy and be the voice of the family as they celebrate the life of a loved one.


I have conducted funeral ceremonies in many places including Places of Worship, Crematoriums, at sea and even on a beach. My number one priority is that I make the ceremony all about the person that has passed and of course the family. It’s never about me it’s always about you.


I can also provide themed services and I am happy to discuss this at any time. I am ex Merchant Navy I also have full knowledge specialist organisations and can tailor a service to suit.


I am fully trained, and I am a very proud member of The Fellowship of Professional Celebrants where I have received and graduated in 2023.


Sean G Whelan


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"When my wife passed away Sean Whelan was there for me before, during and after her funeral. He helped write, and read a beautiful eulogy and was a very welcome presence at my time of need”

"We asked Sean to help with the funeral for my late husband, and he was totally professional. At what was a very difficult time for us all, Sean was a blessing and we will forever appreciate his help”

"We had known Sean as a family friend for many years, so when it came to choosing a Celebrant for our Dad’s funeral, Sean was the obvious choice for the role. It was a beautiful ceremony in every way”

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Sean Whelan

14 Cobham Grove

Whiteley

PO15 7JQ

07958 150535

sean_whelan@aol.com

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