Neil Lancaster - Celebrant

30/04/2026

A beautiful day to say goodbye to Joanne.

A wonderful, courageous lady who faced everything with strength and a quiet determination right to the end.

The chapel was full… and many stood outside.
A reflection of the life she lived and the people she touched.

Thank you to Steve Cavanagh and Siobhan for asking me to lead the service.
It was a genuine privilege to stand with you today and help tell Joanne’s story.

The Academy of Professional Celebrants

03/04/2026

‘Thank you to Neil for taking the time to meet our family, getting to know the person we lost though our words and turning them into a lovely celebration of her life.
Your words were an anchor to hold onto during the service.
It meant so much to us
Thank you’ - Alysha

24/03/2026

This is why I do what I do.

“Thanks Neil for a lovely service for Mum. She would have liked it. It was how we imagined it for her x” – Janice

It’s always a privilege to support families and help create a service that truly reflects the person they love.

Thank you for trusting me, Janice 🤍

16/02/2026

‘Neil did the service for my younger brother John, although Neil did not know John personally, the service he delivered was heartfelt and he spoke about my brother as if he did know him,lots of people said it was a lovely service,thank you Neil 👏’- Joanne

28/01/2026

Cosgrove’s Independent Funeral Service

27/01/2026

“Neil,
It was a lovely service. Thank you so much for all your help in making it a special day. It really is appreciated by us all.”
— Donna

Messages like this mean a lot!

26/01/2026

A first for me today.

Two funeral services on the same day.
Different lives. Different stories.
Same care. Same respect.

Grateful to the families who’ve placed their trust in me and to everyone involved in helping today run as it should.

Thank you! Cosgrove’s Independent Funeral Service

19/01/2026

The team at Cosgrove’s Independent Funeral Service adding extra value to the excellent service.

We are now able to provide these funeral wishes booklets. They are designed for people who wish to document their wishes for when the time comes. These can be completed, handed back to us and kept on file. This service is completely free of charge although they can also be completed alongside a pre paid funeral if required. Feel free to call in for your copy anytime.
Thanks.