Jon Godel | Funeral Celebrant

Hello I’m Jon Godel and I’m your Funeral Celebrant in Norfolk, covering Sheringham, Cromer, Holt, Aylsham, North Walsham, Burnham Market and all the surrounding East Anglian villages.

After experiencing a very close family loss, I felt I could help other families say goodbye to their loved ones at the most difficult of times. I am a naturally friendly and informal person who is able to offer life experience and reassurance to those I meet. Chatting over a cup of tea is an important part of the relationship I build with family and friends who need help and guidance. I am able to answer worries or concerns when families are often unsure who to turn to. No question is too hard, no family situation is too difficult. Every family is unique.

As an independent funeral celebrant I am dedicated to helping families and friends find the most meaningful and personal way to say goodbye.

Before becoming a celebrant I was an award-winning radio professional. I worked for several London-based media companies where I honed my skills in writing, presenting and public speaking at large events. In 2023 I was awarded the prestigious Gold Award for services to Commercial Radio.

I made my home with my partner in Sheringham, Norfolk more than 20 years ago. Norfolk is my happy place. I enjoy walking along the coastal path between Weybourne and Cromer, I try my hand at landscape photography, take trips to the beach with friends, loves a good quiz, champion great local food in Norfolk's restaurants and pubs and support the Norwich arts and theatre scene. I also volunteer regularly for a number of community based projects, contribute to the work of local groups and support events in Sheringham, Holt and Cromer.

 As an independent funeral celebrant I help family and friends create a personalised ceremony that reflects the life and personality of a loved one. From traditional funerals to unique celebrations of life, I will help family and friends honour those who have passed by creating a beautiful and fitting tribute.

I will guide you through the entire process. Whether you're planning a cremation, graveside burial or memorial, I will work closely with you to create a personal and very special ceremony to live long in the memory of everyone who comes to say a final farewell. As a professionally trained funeral celebrant, I always work with sensitivity and compassion to capture the essence of a person’s life and deliver a eulogy with respect and dignity.

In addition to helping families create ceremonies, I also offer an opportunity for people to plan their own funeral. This is a personalised, confidential service to assist people in crafting a meaningful and memorable funeral ceremony. I will help write a detailed eulogy, prepare readings, arrange family tributes and work with you to choose appropriate music that reflects your life.

Together, we will create a unique and touching celebration that honours your memory. Then, when the time comes, I will be able to assist your family in fulfilling your wishes for a fitting farewell.

With a background in media production, I also specialise in creating personalised video and photo montage tributes to be played as part of a ceremony. I’ll work with you to select photos, videos and music that best represent a loved one's unique story.

My overriding goal is to provide meaningful, life-centred ceremonies and tributes that will be remembered by family and friends for years to come.

If you give someone a memorable love-filled send-off, relatives and friends will make new memories alongside the cherished ones they already hold close to their hearts.