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Claire Wilson Millar

April 8, 2014by Fuze Admin

Claire Wilson Millar, Celebrant

Claire is available to conduct Wedding, Civil Partnership, and Vow Renewal ceremonies across Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, North & South Lanarkshire, Perthshire, Fife & Angus and Stirlingshire

Her background is in people development, helping individuals be the best versions of themselves and creating moments that matter. She has had the pleasure of working and travelling across all corners of this wonderful planet - meeting incredible people, sharing stories and learning in return.

Being a celebrant enables Claire to combine her curiosity of people and their story with her creative flare and caring nature. She also believes that anything is possible.

So whether you want to have your ceremony indoors, outdoors, up a hill or underground, she will work with you to create a ceremony that reflects who you are and how you want to express your love. She wants to hear about what makes you happy, what your adventures have been as a couple and what has brought you to this stage in your relationship. She firmly believes that no matter what your journey as a couple, it is a one of a kind love story and she is eager to tell the tale.

If you know exactly what you want, she’ll make it happen. If you want some more guidance and inspiration, Claire will bring plenty. Her goal is to make you feel at ease, and to help make the ceremony the very best part of the day. One which you and your guests will look back on and remember love, laughter, fun, warmth and joy.

Please feel free to get in touch if you want a chat before booking.

You can contact Claire on clairewilsonmillar@fuzeceremonies.co.uk

Simon Houston

April 8, 2014by Fuze Admin

Simon Houston, Celebrant

Simon is available to conduct Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Vow Renewals, Baby Naming & Funeral Ceremonies.

Simon lives in Glasgow, has been married 25 years and has three wonderful children and a gorgeous Pug called Rita. He is a writer, public speaker, part-time stand-up comedian and co-host of the Let Me Be Frank Podcast, who is delighted to combine his many life skills to become a Humanist Celebrant. His career as a journalist has seen him work as a news correspondent and features writer all over the world. He got himself into the occasional hair-raising scrape while working as a war reporter in the Balkans and Middle East - and if you have a spare three hours, he'll happily tell you all about it!

A natural-born storyteller, he brings a wealth of experience to his new role with Fuze Ceremonies. Simon is a people person and a listener. He loves interviewing real people and hearing all about their own unique and interesting journeys - before bringing those stories to life, capturing the serious, the fascinating and the fun. He has become a skilled obituary writer who prides himself on his compassion, empathy and attention to detail.

Recently, he turned his hand to stand-up comedy and has performed in clubs around Scotland while also making his debut at the 2022 Edinburgh Fringe.

Having attended a number of Humanist weddings and funerals in recent years, he found himself magnetically drawn to the role of a Celebrant and looks forward to implementing his writing and speaking skills to deliver memorable ceremonies.

You can contact Simon on simonhouston@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Simon on Facebook , Instagram and Tik Tok

Sam Conroy

April 8, 2014by Fuze Admin

Sam Conroy, Celebrant

“My passion is to help others create little pieces of happiness too, both in celebrating love and celebrating life.”

What's the secret to happiness? You can find it in nature, in family, in shared history, and maybe, just maybe, you can find it here. J.M Barrie - creator of Peter Pan, Tinker Bell and a thousand magical memories, said it best: 'Not in doing what you like, but in liking what you do, is the secret to happiness'

Sam's passion is to help others create little pieces of happiness too, both in celebrating love and celebrating life.

Sam is a humanist celebrant with a romantic soul, a storyteller’s spark, and a deep love for words. Sam will write and deliver ceremonies that are as unique as the people they celebrate, bespoke, magical, full of heart and authentically you. Whether it’s a wedding, vow renewal or celebration, Sam brings together laughter and love, tradition, mischief, poetry (if you want it!) and personality, lots of personality! Because your story deserves more than a script, it deserves to be felt, remembered, and joyfully told.

Sam will get to know you as a couple, your quirks, your journey, your little inside jokes and shared dreams. She will support you every step of the way, bringing fun and full-hearted energy, while keeping things relaxed yet perfectly on time. She'll calm nerves with just the right mix of humour and wise words, and she’ll get ridiculously excited with you as the big day approaches. And when it does finally arrive, Sam will be there with a steady hand, a warm smile, a personality packed ceremony, and the privilege of marrying you in a way that feels truly, wonderfully, magically you.

So while Sam doesn’t live in Neverland, rather the heart of beautiful Scotland, Mr Barrie was right. Sam don't just like what she does, she loves it and cannot wait to connect with you to plan a ceremony, a beautifully light hearted and bespoke personal ceremony, that you will treasure and remember for an entire lifetime, for all the right reasons.

Sam is based in Cumbernauld and covers Argyll & Bute, Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, Inverness-shire, North & South Lanarkshire, Perthshire, Fife & Angus, Scottish Borders and Stirlingshire

You can contact Sam on samanthaconroy@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Sam on Facebook , Instagram and Tik Tok

Fiona McKenzie

April 8, 2014by Fuze Admin

Fiona McKenzie

Fiona is available to conduct Weddings, Civil Partnerships, Vow Renewals & Funeral Ceremonies.

Fiona would describe herself as a people person and a natural networker! She eludes warmth and has a wicked sense of humour. During her early career, she was a nurse and has spent the last 18 years working in the marketing, communications and creative industries. Story-telling, bringing people together, and creating meaningful memories is what Fiona really loves. People might not remember what you did for them but they’ll remember how you made them feel is something Fiona really believes

Fiona’s curiosity and energy know no bounds, especially when it comes to people. Fiona is like a human detective, fascinated by the quirks and stories that make each person unique. She has a knack for remembering details that even your granny would forget!.

Fiona firmly believes that joy can be found in the tiniest treasures, like the perfect cup of tea or watching the dog snooze after a long walk on the beach. And that’s where you’ll find Fiona on most days – out and about with her dog Nellie (and teenager Noah if she can force him!) walking the beaches on the Angus and Fife coasts. There's something magical about the sea breeze and the sound of waves that makes Fiona's heart do a happy dance.

Fiona is based in Carnoustie and covers Perthshire, Fife & Angus.

You can contact Fiona on fionamckenzie@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Fiona on Facebook and Instagram

Alan Deeney

April 8, 2014by Fuze Admin

Alan Deeney

Alan is available to conduct Wedding, Civil Partnership, Vow Renewal, Baby Naming & Funeral Ceremonies.

Alan has been a community mental health nurse for 15 years and first discovered his interest in humanist ceremonies while working as a pro-am photographer. After witnessing the joy and individuality of small weddings and baby namings, he became passionate about helping couples and families create days that truly reflect who they are. This inspiration led him to complete the SQA Celebrant & Public Speaking Diploma.

Always drawn to people’s unique styles, Alan has a particular appreciation for fashion, especially when Dr. Martens are involved. His love for DMs is well known, and he proudly owns a pair for every occasion.

With extensive experience in end-of-life care, Alan is known for his compassion, warmth, and ability to bring gentle cheerfulness where appropriate. He believes every ceremony, whether joyful or heartfelt, should be shaped around the wishes and personalities of those it honours.

Outside his celebrant work, Alan embraces creativity in the community. Every December, he runs wreath-making workshops, encouraging people to craft their own decorations and reminding them that we can make our own Christmas—unique, personal, and full of heart.

Alan has been married to his wife, Lorna, for 14 years, and is a proud stepfather to a grown-up stepson and stepdaughter who supported him throughout his celebrant journey. Family time is incredibly important to him, especially moments spent with the light of his life, his 8-year-old grandson. His furry, feisty companion, Herbie the Cavapoo, is also never far from his side.

He spends much of his downtime at his second home, his beloved caravan in central Scotland, which acts as both his weekend retreat and his base when travelling across the country to conduct marriages.

Alan is based in the Inverclyde area and covers Argyll & Bute, Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, North & South Lanarkshire, Outer Hebrides, Perthshire, Fife & Angus, Scottish Borders, Stirlingshire and Western Highlands & Islands.You can contact Alan on alandeeney@fuzeceremonies.co.uk and you can see more of Alan on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok

Jennifer Reid

March 2, 2014by Fuze Admin

Jennifer Reid, Celebrant

Jennifer realised that she wanted to become a Humanist celebrant after her own Mum’s funeral. She found the funeral so meaningful and personal as all the words had been put together by the family and the story told was as true and as emotional as it could be. After her mum’s humanist funeral service, she decided that she wanted to be able to help families through sad and difficult times and felt confident that she would offer a warm and personal experience.

Jennifer has worked with people from all walks of life during her varied and exciting career and has developed great listening and communication skills. Her first passion was to be a successful hairstylist and have her own business which she did for a few years before changing direction into sales and business development.

She is passionate about customer service and believes in giving only the best to build on relationships. She has vast experience in the hospitality industry which covered many roles including planning and organising conference and banqueting functions, weddings, and funerals She knows a lot of how it all works and has always been successful in making people happy.

Jennifer believes that being a celebrant is a pleasure and an honour as people are putting their trust in you. The role demands fantastic attention to detail and of course empathy in certain situations. Going forward she just has a desire to give deliver unique and personal ceremonies.

Jennifer has a passion for people and thrives when meeting new and diverse individuals with different approaches to things. She has an open mind and is always up for a challenge. She carries a desire to see families through sad and difficult times as she has personal experience of the despair and heartbreak this can bring when losing a loved one.

Everyone should be able to have the service or ceremony personal and unique to them and their family and that is what Jennifer will strive to do.

Jennifer can perform Funeral, Renewal & Affirmation of Vows and Baby Naming Ceremonies.You can contact Jennifer on jenniferreid@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram

Katy Smith

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Katy Smith

“Your loved one was an individual and I want to celebrate that unique life in that unique way they lived . You are perhaps looking for a ceremony with active participation from your family filled with laughter at the fun times and memorable moments. You may, on the other hand, just be looking for a quiet and dignified send off. It is your ceremony, your way."

Katy is available to conduct Weddings, Renewal of Vow, Baby Naming and Funeral Ceremonies.

Meeting all sorts of people has always intrigued Katy.

Katy started life as a language’s teacher over 26 years ago. She currently works with vulnerable and traumatised young people, who find mainstream education challenging. Working with, both them and their families to build back trust and help them realise their full potential is enormously rewarding to Katy.

Out with that, Katy is more often than not, to be found wandering in the hills or, ensconcing herself in the local coffee shop with her favourite book, Jane Eyre.

Katy is based in Aberdeen and covers Aberdeenshire & Moray, Ayrshire, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire and Perthshire, Fife & Angus.

You can contact Katy on katysmith@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Katy on Facebook , Instagram and Tik Tok

Gayle Docherty

April 18, 2010by Fuze Admin

Gayle Docherty, Celebrant

Gayle is available for Vow Renewals & Baby Naming, and Funeral Ceremonies

Gayle is based in Stirling and covers Aberdeenshire & Moray, Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, East Renfrewshire & Renfrewshire, Edinburgh & Lothian, Glasgow City & East /West Dunbartonshire, Inverness-shire, North & South Lanarkshire, Perthshire, Fife & Angus, Scottish Borders, and Stirlingshire

Gayle has always loved hearing the stories of people’s lives – where they were born and brought up, how couples met, trips they have taken that they refer back to for years to come, and moments of laughter and sadness that they carry with them. Gayle believes each turn of someone’s life can change the direction of their future, and being asked to pull this together for a Humanist Ceremony is something Gayle thrives on. Gayle focuses on keeping everything as personal as possible and telling the story of a life or lives.

Becoming a Humanist Celebrant was something Gayle was always interested in, but the moment had to be right, and when her daughter got engaged, that was the sign she needed. Putting the story of people’s lives to paper and bringing it all to life is something Gayle will never get bored of or take for granted. With each ceremony, she strives to represent those involved as best she can. Gayle is intrigued with life stories and believes there is no role like this. She loves finding out information about people where the phrase “never judge a book by its cover” is never more appropriate.

Gayle was raised in the Outer Hebrides and loves the outdoors. She is now based in Stirling, the heart of Scotland, and takes advantage of the vast open space available to walk and run in when she gets the chance. Gayle can talk for hours about her cat and loves to travel at any opportunity with her partner Robert. She has two grown-up children, both of whom are making their own way in the world, and she could not be prouder of them.

Gayle says ‘It is a huge honour to be asked to conduct a life moment, and I take that very seriously.’

You can contact Gayle on gayledocherty@fuzeceremonies.co.uk or you can see more of Gayle on: Facebook , Instagram and YouTube

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