Weddings

When Aaron and I first met Joan we were presented with a friendly informal meeting where she gave us lots of information and ideas nicely presented in a folder. During our wedding preparations Joan kept in touch, and by listening to our ideas she helped us to write a ceremony and vows to compile a fun and relaxed ceremony that was just perfect.

On our wedding day Joan presented herself in such a friendly professional manner and even ensured that Aaron’s tie and collar was sorted.

The ceremony was delivered with clarity and her confidence helped calm our nerves.

Thank you once again.

Aaron and Alison

Joan Swift has a history with my family that goes back to my parent's wedding 46yrs ago, where HER husband Jack, was MY dad - Jack's, best man!

So when Joan told me on a recent trip to N.Z., from our home in Oz, that she was now a wedding celebrant, and would LOVE to "do" our wedding for us, ONE day, IF & WHEN we got married, I decided to take her up on the offer.

And she was FABULOUS!

Unfortunately, however, I'm not sure that Joan realized what she had got herself in for, having never met the groom before.

Danny rocked into N.Z. the night before the wedding, celebrated ALL night with mates from Perth, Melbourne, and Sydney, (he only has three mates!) then proceeded to crack jokes and impromptu witticisms the entire way through the ceremony, bringing the congregation almost to their knees with laughter!

And through-out, Joan coped admirably.

She smiled, and carried out her ceremonial duties as cool as a cucumber. Thank you Joan! You were professional and sincere, right to the end, despite the informal and relaxed circumstances in which you were expected to perform!

Be & Danny

Well we’ve just arrived back from our honeymoon and I really wanted to let you know how wonderful you were at our wedding last week.

The ceremony went so smoothly and it really reflected who we are. It was such a beautiful day, and thanks for being our brilliant celebrant who cemented everything together.

Having not been to many weddings before, your guidance and expertise really made us feel comfortable in the choices we made.

We can’t speak more highly of you and completely recommend your services to anyone who is thinking about getting married.

Once again, thanks so much.

Warren & Bronwyn

Joan was a consummate professional from the start to the end. Her planning kit was very useful in providing ideas and structure, but Joan’s input and thoughtful guidance was vital in putting together our ceremony.

Joan’s demeanor and graceful presence added to the occasion without overwhelming it.

Thank you Joan for being part of our wedding day and making it special.

Selena and Shaz

Funerals

We were pleased to meet Joan and have her conduct our Mother’s funeral Service

Joan was pleasant, well presented and showed a genuine interest in our Mother’s long and interesting life.

We felt comfortable in her presence and appreciated her support, sense of humour and guidance in the process of gathering the appropriate information necessary to reflect the life of our loved one.

Joan’s sensitivity, professional approach on the day of the service helped us in our grief.

Thank you Joan

Paul and Sally

Recently I lost my husband and was suddenly faced with the need to organise a funeral. Like most people I did not know where to start.

I made contact with Joan Swift and my problems became surmountable.

Joan came to my home and met with my daughter and grandchildren and was able to talk things through with us and extract many feelings that we were unable to think about at the time

Joan conducted the service in a very professional yet sympathetic manner bringing memories back to a lot of the people that attended the service.

I have received many comments about the caring way Joan handled the whole service and my family and I will always be grateful to her.

Barbara

A sincere thank you for your wonderful support and guidance in our hour of need. It meant so much to have someone who cares and understands help us through a very sad time.

As a family we thank you for your kind words at Don’s funeral and for giving the family an opportunity to add personal memories.

Gurl, Todd and Grant