"A brief note to convey my heartfelt thanks for making our dad's service so special. You led the tribute with such warmth and I know Dad would have appreciated everything you did for us and him."
- Chuck Thompson, Head of Public Affairs, CBC
“Sara was a dynamic and motivating speaker who presented the material in a way that engaged everyone in the room. We were given a wide variety of resources for how to create personalized ceremonies as well as interactive, hands-on experiences. Most importantly, we left inspired with greater clarity for the importance of the meaningful work we do and the incredible value that quality funeral and memorial services bring to grieving families, our communities and our profession.”
- Rob Wintonyk, Owner and Funeral Director, Erb and Good Funeral Family Funeral Home, Kitchener
"Sara Brown presided at the memorial service for my friend. I was inspired by her remarks, and know that his family was comforted both by those remarks and the professional and empathetic way Sara oversaw the celebration of my friend's life."
- David Miller, President & CEO of WWF Canada and Former Mayor of Toronto (2003 - 2010)
“We were delighted to have Sara speak at our 29th annual Caregivers' Luncheon in October 2019. She is a genuine storyteller and speaker, and her moving presentation engaged everyone in attendance. Not only did Sara share powerful stories from the families she has served through her Celebrant work, but she also gave us practical ideas on how each of us can make an impact – helping us to recognize and appreciate what's truly important in our lives. Sara's heartfelt passion is infectious, and we all left encouraged, inspired and grateful.”
- Don Smith, Owner and President, Smith’s Funeral Homes, Burlington
"Sara Brown performed the ceremony to honour one of my very dear friends. Her words were authentic and meaningful, and they truly honoured my friend's life. Her style was warm and down-to-earth, and it truly made the ceremony special. I could not have asked for more from a celebrant at an incredibly important and emotional time."
- Kelly Murumets, President & CEO of Tennis Canada
“The InSight celebrant training was such an inspirational few days learning together. This service and work will only continue to grow as our profession continues to advocate for meaningful and personalized funeral services."
- Lee Bingley, General Manager, Ward Funeral Homes
"We were all touched by the beautiful and wonderful service you did for my Dad. You have a true gift and this is definitely your calling! We were not the only ones impressed. Our family and friends were amazed at how you delivered such a heartfelt and inspirational service."
- Betty Guerreiro, daughter
“Five years ago, in hopes of refreshing our Annual Candlelight Memorial Service, we asked Sara Brown to create and lead the memorial. What a difference! Sara met with me to get a sense of what we had done in the past and what we wanted to achieve. I felt very comfortable knowing that Sara wished to honour our traditions while creating a meaningful event that would have a lasting impact. I couldn't have been more pleased as Sara crafted an interactive ceremony that combined words of comfort and reassurance with candle lighting and music. Sara's service gives families a time to reflect and acknowledge how they are feeling while leaving them with a sense of optimism. The response we have received from our families has been glowing...and the event has grown each year that Sara has been involved.”
- Wendy McClure, Manager, Mount Pleasant Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Centres
“My 18 year old son lost his father and was insistent that he should personally do the eulogy. Sara worked with him and gave him invaluable support and advice so he was able to write and speak to the audience about his father in the most befitting manner. The service was attended by CEOs, a supreme court justice and the mayor of the city, all who after the ceremony wrote to us about the beautiful tribute my son paid to his father. Sara’s calming influence and insightful feedback enabled this all to happen."
- Deborah Robinson, President and Founder of Bay Street Human Resources, Director of the Board of ViaRail Canada
"As our celebrant, you held a sweet and tender space for us and you were eloquent and heartfelt. Gratitude for really joining us and our community in an important and meaningful ceremony that will all help us move through grief with greater acceptance, peace and love."
- Suzanne Gibson, daughter
"You really and truly did my Dad's memory justice with your beautiful words and execution. Your ability to synthesize all of the background material we provided was astounding… and several people noted they thought you "knew Dad". Most of all, your manner and approach were what we so appreciated during this difficult time. You took the time to really listen to all of our thoughts on Dad, and your preparation and thoughtfulness really showed... We could not have asked for a better, more meaningful, joyous service."
- Kirsten Chase, daughter
"At the luncheon held after the service, many of my friends spoke about your wonderful eulogy. They spoke about how inspirational it was - several were going to go home and call their parents. They spoke about how enlightening it was, giving them an insight into my Dad's life that they wouldn't have known about. They spoke about the tone of your delivery, how it was upbeat...a real celebration of life. They spoke about how personal it was."
- D. Hill, daughter