Debbie Bates Celebrant Reviews

James Horton 2025.11.18

     

Although an extremely emotional time for all involved with my dad’s passing, Debbie was extremely helpful. She made everything much more easy, arranging an on-line meeting via zoom - showing empathy, understanding and immediately putting myself and my brother at ease. Debbie provided practical advice and knowledge for the content of the service, especially as it was dad’s wishes for the service to be short, simple and sincere. The service was beautiful and Debbie’s attention to the details, especially the eulogy was fantastic. Following the service the funeral director and guests were all very impressed and singing Debbie’s praises. Debbie was a pleasure to meet, and much of the success of the day was due to Debbie.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.11.19

Dear James,
Thank you so very much for your lovely feedback. I'm glad we managed to provide such a good farewell service to your Dad, whilst still following his wishes. I wish both you and your brother all the very best for the future
Take care Debbie

Carol Waplington 2025.11.12

     

Debbie made my father in law's funeral service seem quite uplifting and not slow and sad. People listened to her and weren't abstracted by trivial movements around the room. She asked us to preview what she had planned to say. Very friendly and made us feel that she cared.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.11.12

Thank you Carol for your very kind words. Please give my best to everyone. I wish you all the very best for the future. Warm regards
Debbie

Bev Best 2025.11.07

     

We have nothing but praise for Debbie and the way that she conducted our mom's/nan's funeral service. She was very friendly, comforting and supportive and even though she had never met my mom she made us all feel as though she really knew her. She even gave us a copy of the order of service presented in a beautiful folder which was a lovely thoughtful extra touch. She even messaged us after the funeral to check that we were coping OK and had got home safely something we've never experienced before. Debbie's service did my mom proud and we can't sing her praises high enough, we'd highly recommend her to everybody.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.11.12

Dear Bev,
Thank you for such kind words, I'm so glad we did your Mom proud. It was such an intimate service, just how she wanted it. Take care Debbie

Andrew Moss 2025.10.27

     

Highly recommend Debbie if you're looking for a caring, compassionate Celebrant. Debbie captured all the memories we shared with her for my Father's funeral, she then wrote a beautiful Eulogy for us all and today has delivered a truly professional service for all our family and friends. Debbie welcomed any ammendments and additions to the Eulogy in advance and was very respondent to messages.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.10.28

Dear Andrew,
Thank you so very much, that is really kind of you. I'm so glad everything went well. Give my very best to all of the family.
Take care Debbie

Jennifer Holness 2025.10.10

     

Debbie conducted the most amazing service for my brother. Her compassion was truly overwhelming and her kind words at such a sad time , was very comforting. I would highly recommend. Thank you so much debbie🙏

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.10.14

Dear Jennifer, Thank you for such a lovely review. I'm glad everything went so well. Please give my best to the rest of the family, and take care Debbie x

SIMON EATON 2025.05.02

     

We had the pleasure of Debbie officiate our mums funeral service.From the first meeting to the service itself Debbie understood our feelings of loss, bringing a perfect balance of warmth and professionalism. The service was well structured filled with emotion, laughter and love. Many of our guests commented after what a lovely service it was and that was all thanks to Debbie. Our mum would of approved.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.05.08

Dear Simon, Thank you so very much for taking the time to write such a lovely review. I'm so glad you were pleased with how everything went. Sending my very best wishes to you all. Warm regards Debbie

Catherine Williams 2025.03.12

     

My parents passed away within 6 weeks of each other and Debbie very kindly led both of their funeral services. Debbie took time and care to understand my parents and what I wanted for their funerals. She was so kind, professional and responsive throughout and I felt in very safe hands all the way through the process. On the day of each funeral Debbie was calm and supportive and delivered the Eulogies perfectly. A number of people commented to me how good she was. With Debbie’s help I was able to have two beautiful funerals which reflected perfectly each of my parents. Thank you Debbie.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.03.18

Thank you so much Catherine for entrusting me with both services. I'm so glad all went well and I wish you the very best. Take care over the coming weeks Debbie

Darrell 2025.02.24

     

Debbie conducted my wife’s funeral recently and was so professional and understanding from the first initial meeting. On what was a very sad for us all she delivered a beautiful service and everyone who attended commented how lovely it was. She did my wife proud on the day and I will always be grateful for this. I would have no hesitation in recommending Debbie to anyone in the future. Thank you so much, Darrell.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.02.25

Thank you so much Darrell. It was an honour to be involved. I sincerely wish you all the very the best for the future Kind regards Debbie

clive jones 2025.02.12

     

Us Siblings had never engaged a the services of a celebrant before we lost our Mom, we were apprehensive and didn't know what we had to do or what to expect. Turns out if you ask Debbie to help you, then all those worries evaporate when you meet her, she is an exceptional individual. Debbie coached us through the whole process and delivered a Eulogy that perfectly summed our Mom's life up. Debbie has a real talent for listening to your memories and turning them into a fitting story, then absolutely delivering them on point, on the day. Thank you Debbie from Dave, Helen & Clive

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2025.02.13

Thank you Dave, Helen and Clive truly lovely feedback - thank you so much. Wishing you all the best for the future, Debbie

Andy Faulkner 2024.11.23

     

Debbie officiated at the funeral of my late mother in law and we as a family would like to convey our sincerest thanks for the wonderful service she presided over. Funerals are in general a sombre occasion but Debbie managed to find the perfect balance of respect, humour, and genuine compassion throughout the service. From her first contact with us through to the day of the funeral she provided support and guidance which was much appreciated by us all. Those that attended the funeral all said what a wonderful service it was and we can only thank Debbie yet again for her caring and compassionate words.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.11.29

Dear Andy, Thank you so much for your very kind review. Sending my very best to you and the family. Take care Debbie

Hayley Leighton 2024.11.15

     

Debbie was the celebrant for my husbands funeral and was empathic under the circumstances. Her level of care and support was phenomenal and would highly recommend her to anyone. Debbie even checked the following week to see if I was OK.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.11.15

Dear Hayley, thank you so very much. You certainly did him proud. I hope you are doing as well as you can, keeping your family and friends around you. Take care and all the very best for the future, Debbie .

Jon T 2024.11.09

     

Debbie conducted my father's funeral. She was professional throughout and nothing was too much trouble for her. It was a beautiful service, many family members said how nice the service was.I would have no hesitation in recommending her. Thank you Debbie.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.11.11

Thank you Jon. It was lovely to meet you albeit under these circumstances, I'm so glad everything was to your satisfaction. Wishing you and all of the family the very best for the future, Debbie

Paul Hampton 2024.11.02

     

Debbie was the celebrant for my father’s funeral and she absolutely did him proud. She was caring, kind and compassionate throughout from visiting us to plan the service and finding out about dad to delivering the service itself. Every person who attended the service commented how nice it was. I would absolutely recommend Debbie 100%. Thank you Debbie x

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.11.04

Dear Paul, Thank you for such wonderful feedback. I was honoured to play a small part in your Dad's funeral. I wish you all the very best for the future. Thank you Debbie

Paula Lewis 2024.10.02

     

I would highly recommend Debbie. She was very professional and personal for my father’s funeral service. She truly captured my father’s life and was accommodating to some last minute changes.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.10.02

Thank you Paula for your kind review. I hope you and your family are doing well. Best wishes for the future Debbie

Sue Middlehurst 2024.09.18

     

Dear Debbie, We wanted to say thank you for the beautiful service you organized for my mum. Your kindness and professionalism really made a tough day so much more bearable for us. The way you captured her spirit and put together such a meaningful ceremony meant a lot to our family. We can't thank you enough for your support and warmth during this difficult time.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.09.18

Dear Sue,
Thank you so much for your lovely review and kind words. I thought your Mum's service was a good celebration of her life and she was clearly greatly loved. It was an honour to be involved. Warm Regards to you and your family
Debbie

Lauren Jordan 2024.08.08

     

Amazing celebrant, delivered my dad’s service beautifully. Made it as lovely as it could be. Thankyou

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.08.09

Thank you Lauren. Sending the warmest regards to you and your family xx

Jack Muir 2024.07.18

     

Debbie carried out the service for my Grandad who sadly passed away recently. From the moment we were first in contact with Debbie I sensed a genuine care and desire to give my Grandad a fitting service and that is exactly what we had. Throughout the process Debbie was in contact several times to ensure every detail was covered. Her words at the service brought a great comfort to everybody on the day. I would like to say a huge thank you for everything you did for us. I would highly recommend Debbie if you are looking for a Celebrant.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.07.19

It was an honour Jack - thank you. You also did your Grandad proud. Warmest wishes to you and your family Kind Regards Debbie

Stuart Jones 2024.06.24

     

An amazing lady who delivered such a wonderful service for my mom, everyone who attended commented positively, thank you Debbie.

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.06.24

Thank you Stuart, that is so lovely to hear. Warmest wishes to you and your family, Debbie

Sheila Loydon 2024.06.20

     

Debbie conducted our dad’s funeral recently. Debbie made it just perfect for us. She shows compassion and understanding and spoke as if she was part of our family. All the attendees were very impressed with her manner and kindness. Would 100% recommend if you want the best. 👌🏻👏🏻

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.06.21

Thank you so much Sheila, it was so lovely to meet you all and to play a part in the celebration of your Dad's life. Warmest regards to you all .
Take care
Debbie xx

Gemma Shaw 2024.05.29

     

Debbie conducted my dad's service at Gornal Crematorium on Friday 24th May 2024, she was absolutely fab, would highly recommend, so professional & just a lovely lady. The service she put together was beautiful.🥰

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Reply from Debbie Bates Celebrant 2024.05.29

Gemma, thank you so much! I'm so glad you were pleased with everything. Sending the warmest wishes to you all Debbie x