Funeral choices

Jenny Moyle

Celebrant

I’m Jenny Moyle and I have been a registered member of the Celebrants Association of NZ since 2014. I have proudly called Tauranga home for the last forty plus years, and with my husband, have enjoyed travelling and driving our classic car to car events. Family and friends are very important in our lives. To be entrusted with celebrating a life brings me much pleasure. I believe that we all have life stories waiting to be unfolded and shared and I feel privileged to be a warm and respectful storyteller on your behalf.

As your celebrant I offer you
• Professionalism
• Compassion
• Enthusiasm
• Sensitivity
• Creativity and a sprinkling of humour

My listening and communication skills are strong, and I will be most supportive and professional throughout our relationship. I would be delighted to be the person to create a personalised and unique ceremony for you. I have a blended family including five adult children and eleven grandchildren.

Mike Lewis

Celebrant

My name is Mike Lewis a Civil Celebrant with 10 years’ experience leading and guiding funerals and weddings in the BOP. I am also a Justice of the Peace. I come from a customer service and public speaking background and pride myself in building rapport with all clients.I collaborate closely with funeral directors and families to establish what is suitable, appropriate and then advise people of their choices. Pre arranging funeral services is another service that I offer.My preference is to use real language to normalise the funeral / memorial / celebration service by sharing stories about life, living and what the person meant to family and friends.The satisfaction I get from my role is helping families and their friends to navigate their journey of arranging and delivering a dignified funeral / memorial/ celebration service to farewell a loved one.

Mike Savage

Celebrant

In times of grief when a loved one has died, would you know who to call
With 34 years of experience as a funeral director/celebrant, Mike Savage has the compassion, empathy and professional skill, combined with God-given talents, to assist you and your family to prepare a service to celebrate your loved one’s life. Mike believes it is an honour and privilege to minister to families who are experiencing grief, where he feels he has added strength to be a funeral celebrant and director. The Tauranga community and its people is where he has been called to serve, however, there is no provincial boundary where he cannot go and minister. For Mike it is an honour and privilege to work alongside you and your family to create and officiate a unique service to celebrate your loved one’s life.

Richard Vialoux

Celebrant

I am a dedicated and passionate individual whose life journey has been as diverse as it has been rewarding. Over the years, I have worn many hats: teacher, police officer, minister, funeral director, and now, celebrant. Each role has shaped my character and deepened my commitment to serving others in meaningful ways. I am married to Elizabeth, and together we have five wonderful sons, four beautiful daughter-in-law (who we cherish as our own) and four energetic grandchildren who fill our days with joy.

When I’m not working, you’ll find me running (I am an avid park run junky), indulging in my love of V8 supercars, getting lost in a good book, chasing the grandkids or relaxing at our beach house. I am currently restoring a 70s caravan, fueled by dreams of future road trips and new adventures. Life, for me,  about embracing every experience with enthusiasm and gratitude, always seeking to create lasting memories with family and friends. I would love to help your family do the same.

Karen Klinkenberg

Celebrant

Karen was a funeral director for over 14 years. She has been a celebrant during this time and has had the privilege of taking services for all ages – from babies through to 97 year olds. She now volunteers as a Hospital Chaplain. “I am honoured when families ask me to help organise a fitting farewell for their loved one – whether it be a sudden passing, or a release from a long illness. It’s such a special time to say Goodbye and my goal is to help the family do this the best way they can.”

Nick Klinkenberg

Celebrant

I count it a privilege to be a celebrant and enjoy meeting families and planning with them their loved ones’ celebration service.Nick is currently a Police Chaplain in the BOP and was formerly a minister for over 30 years.  He is very down to earth and is certainly able to lead a religious or non-religious service.

Carol Rickard

Celebrant

There is a point in loss where emotions go beyond words. My promise to you is that I will be there with you as together we weave a beautiful celebration of your loved ones life, just the way they would like their story told.With or without religious inclusion, the funeral/memorial service I will create for you, will reflect your loved ones personality, history, aspirations and all those special milestone stand out moments that now will mean so much. It is important to me that you view the completed script before the day of the service.

Cheryl Cochran

Celebrant

As a funeral celebrant, I am a caring and empathetic professional, whose passion and heartfelt desire is to help people in their time of grief and loss. I believe that being a good listener is essential in helping families honour their loved ones. I take the time to really understand each family’s story, values, and wishes, ensuring that the ceremony is a true reflection of the loved one being celebrated. It’s important to me to create a space where families feel comfortable sharing their memories and ideas, allowing us to design a meaningful celebration that feels just right for them. I know how significant these moments are, and I’m committed to guiding families through this process with compassion and care. Together, we can create a heartfelt tribute that beautifully honours your loved one’s life and provides comfort to those who are grieving.

Hayley Paul

Celebrant

“Honouring memories, creating heartfelt farewells”.

My name is Hayley Paul and I am a young Funeral Celebrant based in Katikati, bringing warmth, compassion, and a modern approach to every service I deliver. For the past four years, this has been a side passion of mine, facilitating over 60 services alongside a decade of experience working in aged care. As a wife and proud mother of two boys, I value family and connection deeply, which reflects in the way I support families during their most difficult times.Every ceremony I create is unique and tailored to honor the life and personality of your loved one who has passed. I pride myself on being a caring listener who can relate to all ages, ensuring each service feels personal, meaningful, and truly special. Outside of my work, I love spending time with friends and enjoying life’s simple moments.I would love to be a part of this journey with you and your loved ones guiding you through farewells with grace and compassion.

Glenda Gillgren

Celebrant

“Navigate Your Way”
Glenda Gillgren/Funeral Celebrant

Kia ora, My name is Glenda Gillgren and I have recently embarked on the journey of becoming a Funeral Celebrant.
I have been a Social Worker for two decades but decided at the beginning of 2025 , after having been in a management role, that I wanted to get back to the grass roots of Social Work and work face to face with my community and to work hands on with those who are in need of support.
After having lost both my parents within a year of each other, I know how important it is to be supported through this process. This support allowed our family to be able to celebrate them both in the way through not only choices about how this happens, but also as a platform to be able to share our most valued memories of them along the way and in the process feeling safe and heard.
It would be my privilege to be able to support you in navigating a ceremony for your loved one that depicts a celebration of the life they have lived.