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Stuart Primarolo • 21 October 2020

It's hard enough saying goodbye, without Covid-19.

Lets face it, the past few months have been tough, very tough. We've not been allowed to share our lives with our loved ones in the way we want and this has taken a toll on everyone.

As a celebrant, I have had quite a few funerals lately where families have told me that they were not even allowed to visit their sick relatives in hospital until it was too late, or that they are shielding, unable to venture out in fear of the virus. We are living in unprecedented times and this really pulls at my heart strings, as no one should have to go through this, especially at such a vulnerable time. 

At a time when you want to start the grieving process and celebrate your loved ones life, their achievements and their stories, you should be allowed to come together and do this.  Instead you are lucky if you can have between 15-30 people at the service and that even depends on where you live.  This is especially hard for larger families having to choose who goes and who doesn't and let's not forget there is NO wake allowed, making it harder to reminisce about the good old days.  

Celebrating a life in 2020 doesn't have to be so hard. Have you thought about a memorial service?


A memorial service is a ceremony for remembering someone who has died that takes place after the body has been buried or cremated. Memorial services can take place any time after the laying to rest.


A memorial service doesn't have to be like saying goodbye.  It can be a celebration of life and its a great way to say all those things you wanted to say and do after the burial or cremation. With the help of your celebrant you can bring your loved ones memories back to life in the company of your nearest and dearest.  Full of amazing stories from Aunt Glenda, poems from cousin Bill and favourite songs from the past and present, the service will celebrate the life of your loved one and can be held anywhere.  Many people choose locations with personal significance, such as a favorite beach, park or family home.  Families also choose locations that can accommodate large groups such as pubs, restaurants or Grandma's back garden.  For those more Covid-19 friendly ceremonies loved ones have chosen zoom parties too.


In 2020, with rules being different across the country it has been daunting.  Let your celebrant do the hard work for you. They can act as a master of ceremonies and a neutral focal point.  Did you know a neutral focal point attracts and directs the audience’s attention to where you want it to be? A celebrant can do this. We want your guests to focus on what’s important and by bringing in family or friends to recite a personal poem, remember a funny story about Aunt Doris flirting with all the boys or Uncle Fred falling off a camel and raising a toast to Granddad with his favourite Sinatra classic, Fly me to the Moon,  playing in the background, you can create the perfect celebration for your loved one. 


If you found this useful and would like to find out more than please don't hesitate to contact me at stuart@stuartprimarolo.co.uk

When Life gives you Lemons

by Stuart Primarolo • 03 Aug, 2021
Today, as we sit in the height of summer and wedding season, I thought it would be a good idea to let you know what is happening within the wedding celebrant community and what effect the lawmakers are having on us. This past year has been the hardest yet for Celebrants, the wedding community in general and us all. Whilst the pandemic has affected our everyday lives, my zest for weddings has never gone away. I’ve been working hard attending wedding fayres, creating the perfect packages to suit all of my couples and been part of some amazing photo shoots, with some fabulous wedding suppliers. When life gives you lemons – do a lemon themed wedding shoot!!

Writing Wedding Vows

by Stuart Primarolo • 27 Oct, 2020
So your wedding plans are coming along nicely, you have ordered the dress, booked the cake, photographer and the celebrant (hopefully that's me). Now it's time to write your vows! Writing your own vows is a chance to tell your story, give guests a peek into what makes your relationship so beautiful and to share meaningful, sweet words with the person you love. If you've never written before this can be a quite overwhelming. Remembering the day you met, the moment you fell in love and your first kiss, all those amazing memories come flooding back. You now somehow have to put it all into words and share them with your guests. "Arrrgghhh but where do I start?" I here you say! Here are some top tips to help kickstart your vows......

Funeral Poems

by Stuart Primarolo • 24 Oct, 2020
When we lose a loved one, it is never easy. I always find my families are torn between two worlds, a world that their loved one used to fill and the one that now is. Poems help us to grieve and say our goodbyes, with our loved one in mind. Here are a few that I feel reach us all. If you found this useful and would like to find out more than please don't hesitate to contact me at stuart@stuartprimarolo.co.uk

Covid-19

by Stuart Primarolo • 21 Oct, 2020
Lets face it, the past few months have been tough, very tough. We've not been allowed to share our lives with our loved ones in the way we want and this has taken a toll on everyone. As a celebrant, I have had quite a few funerals lately where families have told me that they were not even allowed to visit their sick relatives in hospital until it was too late, or that they are shielding, unable to venture out in fear of the virus. We are living in unprecedented times and this really pulls at my heart strings, as no one should have to go through this, especially at such a vulnerable time. At a time when you want to start the grieving process and celebrate your loved ones life, their achievements and their stories, you should be allowed to come together and do this. Instead you are lucky if you can have between 15-30 people at the service and that even depends on where you live. This is especially hard for larger families having to choose who goes and who doesn't and let's not forget there is NO wake allowed, making it harder to reminisce about the good old days.

What is a celebrant?

by Stuart Primarolo • 09 Oct, 2020
So, what is a celebrant? A simple question with a not so simple answer. Deciding who will help conduct your ceremony can be a nightmare. Whilst most officials like Ministers, Registrars and Celebrants are similar, many couples will be in the dark about the differences between them, until it comes to booking one. A celebrant is a person who performs or officiates ceremonies, and whilst frequently seen at weddings they can also conduct other ceremonies like vow renewals, naming ceremonies, funerals and memorials. Couples who use a c elebrant will receive a bespoke ceremony which puts them at the heart of their ceremony. No scripts, no templated words, each one is unique. A celebrant isn’t bound by any religion, statute or doctrine, meaning celebrant ceremonies enable us to construct and perform completely personalised ceremonies for every client. Whilst celebrants may have a personal belief, these beliefs are just that, personal. With Weddings, couples should know, you will have to complete the legal registration with your local Registry Office, most couples find that it's a small sacrifice for the that dream wedding ceremony, with no or very little time restraints. If you found this useful and would like to find out more than please don't hesitate to contact me at stuart@stuartprimarolo.co.uk

Who am I ..

by Stuart Primarolo • 09 Oct, 2020
Hi, I am Stuart Primarolo I am a modern Celebrant with traditional values, I love what I do creating tailor-made ceremonies just for you on your special day. I officiate weddings, vow renewals, naming ceremonies and end of life ceremonies. I consider it my calling. I’m happily married, with four wonderful children and a crazy springer spaniel who all keep me young at heart. I love to travel, play and watch sports especially football, rugby and cricket. I love nothing more than cooking a romantic meal and cozying up to watch our favourite films. I am a traditionalist at heart, but open-minded enough to enjoy making each and every ceremony unique. Through bespoke rituals such as hand-fasting, unity candles, sand ceremonies and much more, I will help to ensure your day will reflect who you are as a couple and your amazing journey in a style that suits you. Whether it’s celebrating your special day or helping you through your most difficult time, I hope I get the privilege of being your celebrant. If you found this useful and would like to find out more than please don't hesitate to contact me at stuart@stuartprimarolo.co.uk
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