Civil Marriage Celebrant, Funeral Celebrant Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I love what I do and am passionate about my work.
My name is Maureen Thorpe and I am an authorised Civil Marriage Celebrant in the South West Sydney, Illawarra and Southern Highlands regions of Sydney, but can perform weddings anywhere in Sydney area and all parts of Australia. Nothing pleases me more than to hear a couple say "thank you Maureen for making our day so special". I like to help brides and grooms to have as stress free day as possi
17/08/2025
Philip loved his bikes..Harley's in particular. He would have been chuffed at his entry on a Harley Sidecar thanks to Kerry from Last Ride Funerals
A beautiful message from a friend of Philip's that attended his ceremony last week.
One of the most beautiful services I have ever been to. You made it so heartfelt and respectful for Phillip and his family and friends 😊
12/06/2025
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It has been a busy few weeks with Funerals and it is always lovely to get feedback when you have been involved in a Service. I received a couple of emails from family members regarding their Mum's Ceremony, this one especially was just beautiful.
Dear Maureen
I just want to say Thank you so much for your beautiful service yesterday for my mum Janice P. It was a beautiful tribute and acknowledgment of our mum’s life. The Scottish touches made it extra special. When Louise asked us if we had preference of which celebrant we would like we had no idea. She chose you for us and I am so grateful.
All I wanted was for mum’s farewell to be perfect and I think that it was.
So thank you again for the important part you played in making this possible.
Kindest regards
Sharon
09/09/2024
It was such a pleasure to marry Brittany Shaw and Brandon Shaw a week or so ago at the beautiful Curzon Hall. Brandon made a great entrance with his bridal party, and Brittany Shaw looked amazing. Thank you both for asking me to be your Celebrant.
A beautiful review from Isobel. Thank you
Maureen was the most amazing celebrant we could have asked for on our special day. She provided us with a traditional Scottish ceremony and kept us and our guests well entertained on the day! She was a rockstar with communication pre wedding and made sure we had all of our paperwork sorted and filed properly. Could not recommend more for your wedding day if your after a compassionate and respectful celebrant!
A beautiful message just received from a family. It is always a privilege to be asked to be a Celebrant for a Funeral.
Hi Maureen,
I hope you are well and not too cold.
I just want to thank you again for your professionalism, compassion and amazing celebrant skills. You really helped make the day go smoothly and have created many beautiful memories for a lot of people.
We were so lucky to be introduced. I would recommend you for any occasion.
with warmest regards,
Gillian, Samuel, Peter, and Goldie (who is still sitting on her bed in front of the fire :))
xx
A beautiful email I received from a family a couple of days ago.
Good evening all,
On behalf of my family , I wish to send a huge thank you to you all for helping us with mum's, Joan's celebration of the life service.
I couldn't of got through without you all. I think mum would of been smiling down us all.
Kindest regards
Tracey
Many thanks to Kylie Lyons from Handprint Photography for my new headshot for business cards. If anyone is needing to update their profile pictures contact Kylie. The session was fun, and the turnaround was very quick. Thanks Kylie for a great job.
I have the privilege of performing a ceremony tomorrow for someone who had Alzheimer's for a number of years. The family want the following poem read, and it is such poignant words. I am going to have to read it a number of times so that I do not get a tear in my eye!
Poem Do not ask me to remember
Do not ask me to remember,
Don’t try to make me understand,
Let me rest and know you’re with me,
Kiss my cheek and hold my hand.
I’m confused beyond your concept,
I am sad and sick and lost.
All I know is that I need you
To be with me at all cost.
Do not lose your patience with me,
Do not scold or curse or cry.
I can’t help the way I’m acting,
Can’t be different though I try.
Just remember that I need you,
That the best of me is gone,
Please don’t fail to stand beside me,
Love me ’til my life is done.
– Owen Darnell
28/01/2024
How exciting..going to perform a Wedding Ceremony somewhere around the Lions Den at the new Sydney Zoo later this year. First time for everything!
