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Choosing a Celebrant or Clergy

 ▻  Arranging a Funeral
 ▻  Choosing the Venue
 ▻  Celebrant or Clergy 
 ▻  Casket or Urn Selection
 ▻  Flowers
 ▻  Service Sheets
 ▻  Visual Presentation
 ▻ 
 Catering
 
▻  Visiting your Loved One
 ▻  Clothing and Dressing
 ▻  Select a Vehicle
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 Newspaper Notices
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You can have a choice if to use a celebrant, clergy or family member to officiate a funeral or memorial. There are many things to consider, the wishes of the deceased and family as well as the size and type of ceremony. We have included some aspects you can consider when making a decision. 
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Choosing a Celebrant

If your loved one did not follow a particular religion or was not interested in cultural rituals, they may wish to choose to have a celebrant conduct the funeral service.

We have a number of wonderful  celebrants we have worked with and can put you in touch with them.  You can then discuss with them the type of service you would like and they can create the ceremony that you ask for. 
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Choosing Clergy

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Many religious organisations have very specific rituals surrounding death. They have particular steps that must be taken and rites that must be observed.

​Our Funeral Director, on your behalf, can contact the local priest, minister or other religious or cultural leader, asking them to officiate at or contribute their knowledge to the funeral service. We will liaise with them regarding their particular requirements.


Our Funeral Director's are always available to help you should you have any questions. You are always welcome to contact us 
Supporting and caring for families throughout South Canterbury
Download our book of Words and Comfort Readings and Poems here
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A 160 Mountain View Road, Gleniti, Timaru
T: 03 686 2148  (24 Hours) Timaru
​    03 689 7065 (24 Hours) Waimate
E: office@aoraki.kiwi.nz  

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  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Our Team
    • Why Choose Us?
    • Our Facilities
    • Our Profession
    • Our History
    • Our Vision
  • When Someone Dies
    • First Steps
    • Who to Notify
    • Burial or Cremation?
    • Transfers: NZ & International
    • Funeral Timing
    • Embalming
    • Death Registration
  • Arranging a Funeral
    • Choosing the Venue
    • Celebrant or Clergy
    • Casket or Urn Selection
    • Flowers
    • Service Sheets
    • Visual Presentation
    • Catering
    • Visiting Your Love One
    • Clothing and Dressing
    • Selecting a Vehicle
    • Newspaper Notices
  • The Service
    • Eulogies and Tributes
    • Readings and Poems
    • Music Selection
    • Momento's
    • Pall Bearers
    • Memorial Book
    • Recording the Service
    • Live Streaming
  • Aftercare
    • Death Certificate
    • Financial Matters
    • Compassionate Airfares
    • Probate
    • Bereavement Support
    • Candle Lighting Services
    • McBride's Monumental Masons
  • Pre-planning
    • Why Plan Ahead?
    • Pre-paid
    • Pre-arranged
  • Contact