A new way of honoring life.
Memorials with heart and soul you’ll truly want to be part of.
Hello, my name is Miranda. I am a traveling Celebration of Life officiant based in New Mexico.
I transform death into meaning, one life, one story, at a time.
I create personalized, healing ceremonies that symbolize your loved one’s life, and the significance they have on yours.
What is a funeral celebrant?
The Benefits of a Celebrant
I help organize the service from beginning to end, which alleviates stress on you and the family
I listen to the needs of the family while honoring any wishes your loved one requested
I write a personalized eulogy and lead the ceremony
As we plan the ceremony, I can offer creative ideas, rituals, music, and readings that will uniquely honor your person
As a celebrant, I honor all lives. Regardless of age, gender, race, or manner of death I believe every life deserves to be recognized
I am ideal for families or individuals who are spiritual, but not religious. Or for those with secular beliefs
Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as separation.
- Rumi
Services Offered
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Memorials
Memorials, Celebration of Life Ceremonies, Community Vigils
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Living Tributes
A special opportunity to honor your loved one before they pass away.
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Out-of-State
Funeral and memorial services are extended to families throughout the U.S.
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Funerals
Funerals, Graveside Burials, National Cemetery Ceremonies, Home Burials, Cremation Ceremonies
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Grief Healing Memorials
Did you not get the chance to speak at your loved one’s service and now you feel ready?
Did you not have the opportunity to create a ceremony?
It’s not too late…
Every month, I select a poem to share with all of you.
“as a waterfall” is dedicated for December 2025.
”as a waterfall”
by Sara Rian
i don't know where you went
after you left your body.
but i know that light
went somewhere.
yesterday i imagined
that you were the shimmer
dancing on every wave
touched by the sun.
tonight i will believe
that your soul burst
into a million stars
now resting in the sky
and all pain and suffering
fizzled out into the black.
i don't know where you will be tomorrow.
but it will be magical.
Family Testimonials
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Miranda gave the eulogy at my husband of 42 years’ memorial service at Berardinelli Funeral Home in Santa Fe in November 2024. She was recommended by the funeral home. What a gift to me and my family to meet and get to know Miranda in the relatively short time we had leading up to the memorial service. Miranda is gifted and exceptional at drawing out the essential details of a person’s life, threading that information into a compelling story, and creating a memorable testament to my husband’s life. She included my husband’s children from prior marriage into the service which was much appreciated and effective. Don’t hesitate to bring Miranda into your life. I and my family wholeheartedly recommend her.
Ellen Stone
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Miranda is a professional, authentic, and thoughtful person who helped us all through a difficult time. Once you talk with her you’ll see her kindness and appreciate her.
Evan Curtis
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When my father passed away, I was met with so many responsibilities and difficulties. It is not an easy task to schedule a funeral service while dealing with loss. Thankfully I met Miranda. Miranda was kind, respectful and understanding toy family and I. She went about and beyond when speaking with us about my father and writing his Ulogy. The Ulogy beautifully represented my father and the amazing life he had lived. I am truly thankful for Miranda and her services. She helped me honor my father. I wholeheartedly recommend her services. She really cares and has so much love to offer!
Amanda Patteson
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Miranda helped me prepare a service for my brother who had been deceased for several years, but had never been honored. It was now time to recognize him and help us all come to peace with his life and death. Miranda helped me plan a ceremony in such a sensitive manner, gently leading me through the process. The information she gave me about the elements of a ceremony (I had never planned one before) and particularly the role and function of the eulogy were invaluable. Because of her support, I was able to plan a ceremony, and write and deliver a eulogy that was very special for me and my family. I felt as though the service helped the whole family heal from the loss of our brother. I cannot emphasize enough how comfortable Miranda made me feel; her empathy and kindness was so heartwarming. I am so grateful for all of her knowledge and support through this challenging time.
Julia Stephens
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Miranda is truly one of the kindest, most compassionate people I have ever met. We found her via referral from a funeral home when we were struggling to find someone to assist with our Mother's graveside service. We were so lucky she was available on short notice and willing to travel to Los Alamos from Santa Fe. Miranda took the time to get to know us, our family and most importantly our mother. She listened, asked questions and incorporated everything we spoke about into the eulogy. She suggested a few additions to the ceremony which made it special and I truly believe our mom would have loved her. Miranda is beautiful inside and out and she will forever hold a very special place in our hearts. We would not hesitate to recommend her for any service.
Stacey L.
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We hired Miranda to present a beautiful memorial and eulogy. We were so happy with her services. The eulogy was beautifully written but once it was presented, it meant so much more. Our guests commented on how great the celebration of life was and that was thanks to her work. We thank her for creating a lasting memory that we will cherish and that honors our family member in the best possible way.
Nikki