Charis White is a compassionate and experienced funeral celebrant, committed to creating personalised and meaningful funeral services for families and their loved ones. With over 17 years of celebrancy experience, Charis understands the importance of providing comfort and support during times of grief.
Charis works closely with families to create a service that reflects the life and personality of their loved one. She believes that a funeral should be a celebration of life, honoring the person who has passed away and their unique journey.
Charis has a warm and empathetic approach, and takes the time to listen to families stories and memories. She is skilled in crafting eulogies and readings that capture the essence of a persons life, and is committed to ensuring that each service is delivered with care and dignity.
Thank you for your superior delivery of Andrew’s memorial.
As mentioned I have been to services that have been cold and removed and I desperately did not want that for Andy or our family and friends! I was so wrong and very happy (although desperately sad) with the way that you delivered the service and the difference you made for all those watching and in attendance. We although heartbroken were very pleased with the send off we had for him as the final act we could do for him.
You are the best and if I ever need those services again or had anyone in need I would certainly highly recommend you are as you are simply the best!
Charis was able to support us through the most challenging of times. Charis, we feel so fortunate that you helped us through our grieving: you genuinely listed to us, heard what we needed at the most difficult of times, provided a great structure, and produced a masterful service that was just right. Thank you again for your support and we hope you can help many others in the future.
“Charis did our mums funeral. She has got to be the most genuine, loving and supporting person I have come across. From our first phone call, I felt a connection with her. The FaceTime mt and planning went perfectly. She was always available the following days if we had any questions or changes to our service. On the day she was brilliant. Comforting to all my family. And the services ran just as she said it would. Many guest commented on what a fantastic job she did. Would recommend her to everyone I know. Thank you Charis for absolutely everything x”
“Exceptional in every way, we are so grateful to have had Charis not only for her service but for her tremendous support.
From the very first conversation, Charis was professional, caring, and approachable. She guided us through a difficult time with such grace and warmth that we immediately felt we were in safe hands.
At the service itself, she delivered a truly heart-warming eulogy that captured our loved one’s spirit perfectly. But it was the poem she chose and read that touched everyone in the room – there wasn’t a dry eye, yet it left us all feeling comforted and connected.
Charis did so much more than lead a funeral. She held space for our grief, answered every question with patience, and went above and beyond to make a heartbreaking day as beautiful and meaningful as it could be. If you are looking for a celebrant who blends genuine kindness with complete professionalism, look no further. We cannot recommend her highly enough.”
“Thank goodness we ended up with you’ were my words to Charis.
My father and I were a bit lost when his wife passed away. We wanted to fulfil her wishes and place her ashes on our property with her favorite horse. Charis made this possible. She guided us along the way.
She was compassionate and cheerful at the same time. We felt safe and at easy with her from the first minute. The eulogy Charis wrote was perfect and her delivery was calming and bright with pauses to reflect on the person.
Charis really took the time to get to know us and understand what we were after.
The day after the service my father asked ‘Have you thanked Charis yet? Please pass on that I just loved her!’
Barry and Jackie.”
“I just wanted to say thank you. I attended my great nieces funeral today – baby Rumi The celebrant was amazing – she knew everything about Rumis journey and her amazing parents Kim and Tom.
It was sensitive, supportive and loving funeral and an absolutely beautiful way to send Rumi onto her next journey. Again thank you”
EXCELLENT Based on 548 reviews Posted on Jaydyn ValentineTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our wedding was so lucky to have had Charis as our celebrant. She truly went above and beyond in her role, from making sure everyone looked perfect for the photos to gently guiding each person through their roles in the ceremony. She was incredible at calming nerves on the day, thoughtfully accommodating our cultural practices, and ensuring everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Her warm and reassuring presence felt less like a hired professional and more like having a close family friend there to support us throughout such an important moment. Truly cannot recommend her enough if you want you special day to go flawlessly.Posted on John RattrayTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis White conducted two services today for my late wife. First a small funeral ceremony with only the immediate family then a “Celebration of Life “ with 300 attendees. She is an outstanding celebrant. Researches the individual exceptionally well and presents a beautiful service. Highly recommended for any service requiring. M/GPosted on Louise AlmeidaTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis was professional, warm and responsive. She not only is an eloquent speaker but also went to great lengths to make us feel supported in both the lead up to and on our wedding day. A genuinely lovely and thoughtful person, as well as a wonderful celebrant.Posted on Geraldine WallaceTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis is an angel! Her incredible ability to insightfully understand and capture our mother’s personality in her eulogy was admired by all. Charis’ kindness and caring manner for all family and friends, made Mum’s funeral service so much easier to bare.Posted on Fiona GibsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis Thankyou for all you did for mum and us today. It was a really wonderful service and so many said it was the best funeral they had been to! They were all very impressed with your manner, words and way you gathered and shared everything about mum so perfectly. We will gladly write a review and also share it with others. Thankyou again. Love Fiona and FamilyPosted on Emily LuiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis was recommended to us as the celebrant for my mother’s funeral. After meeting with us at my parents’ home and sharing our stories of our mum with her, she was able to capture mum’s essence and spirit in a beautiful eulogy. It brought many of us to tears. She conducted the whole service so smoothly and thoughtfully. We could not recommend her more highly.Posted on Susie NasserTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis set a lovely tone for my brother’s funeral service. She held us together by her warm and gentle way. She was very intuitive and was able to lean into the stories and words the best described my brother. Charis facilitated a lovely honouring of my brother's life. Thank you.Posted on Carolyn ButlerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had occasion to use Charis for the funeral service for our sister/mother. We were very impressed with her professionalism and sensitive understanding of the circumstances and what we wanted to achieve from the service. We would highly recommend Charis should you need a celebrant for such an occasion. Sue, Tara and CarolynPosted on Kristy PotterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We can’t thank Charis enough for the way she honoured my uncle. Her words were beautiful, genuine and full of compassion. She made a heartbreaking day feel a little lighter and helped us say goodbye in the most respectful and loving way.Posted on Ian DadswellTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Charis was absolutely fantastic and made sure the day went perfectly. Her professional approach and attention to detail was second to none and I would not hesitate in recommending her to anyone. Thanks Charis. Great job.
“Death is not the opposite of life, but a part of it. It is the gentle release of the soul, a peaceful journey into the next great adventure, where love and memories continue to flourish forever.”
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