Aileen Massie
Biography
My life before becoming a celebrant was indeed varied. However, having worked as a primary school teacher for twenty two years means I have engaged with people from all walks of life. And my skills come in handy when there are many children involved in bridal parties!
It’s an absolute privilege to be trusted with a loved one’s funeral or a couple’s wedding ceremony. To be welcomed into people’s lives at such an important time is an honour indeed and it is so important to be able to write and deliver a ceremony which is meaningful to those involved.
Meeting people and travelling are my passions along with being with my husband and twin daughters. I love being surrounded by my family and friends, loud music, going to gigs, food, cycling, travelling and walking along beaches regardless of the weather. My favourite place in the world, so far, is the Far East, as I love the culture and the people. There are still so many things I want to see and do.
Live your best life, laugh, be kind to yourself and to others and be humble.
Biography
My life before becoming a celebrant was indeed varied. However, having worked as a primary school teacher for twenty two years means I have engaged with people from all walks of life. And my skills come in handy when there are many children involved in bridal parties!
It’s an absolute privilege to be trusted with a loved one’s funeral or a couple’s wedding ceremony. To be welcomed into people’s lives at such an important time is an honour indeed and it is so important to be able to write and deliver a ceremony which is meaningful to those involved.
Meeting people and travelling are my passions along with being with my husband and twin daughters. I love being surrounded by my family and friends, loud music, going to gigs, food, cycling, travelling and walking along beaches regardless of the weather. My favourite place in the world, so far, is the Far East, as I love the culture and the people. There are still so many things I want to see and do.
Live your best life, laugh, be kind to yourself and to others and be humble.
Reviews
“Aileen first met all our family at an extremely sad and difficult time and she immediately put everyone at ease as we started speaking about the loss of a very important person in our lives – a husband, a dad, a son, a brother, an uncle and a brother in law.
We all told stories, one leading to another whilst laughing and crying as she managed to take down all the information needed to deliver a lovely heartfelt personal farewell.
Aileen relayed John’s life perfectly and everyone was able to relate to something they had done with John or known him for. There were tears and laughter from everyone as Aileen painted a picture of John’s life.
After the service family and friends spoke about how Aileen delivered an emotional but also funny service that just described John to a tee. Although Aileen had never met John her heartfelt reading left family and friends with the impression that she knew him personally.
We cannot thank Aileen enough for being part of our day and making a difficult journey much more bearable to a heart broken family.“
“We got married on the 28th May after having to postpone twice over the last 2 years due to Covid. Aileen was patient, helpful and supportive each time we had to reorganise. She was always there to help if needed.
When the time eventually came, we were absolutely delighted. Aileen patiently listened to our story and our hopes for the day. She then wrote the perfect script for our ceremony, just how we had imagined. Nothing was too much trouble – even our last minute thoughts and wee “tweaks”!
On the day Aileen was a calm, friendly and organised person to be around. We couldn’t have been more delighted with our ceremony.
We had many compliments about Aileen and the personal way a humanist wedding ceremony can be. Not only is Aileen a wonderful Celebrant, we also consider we have made a new friend.
Thank you Aileen, you made our ceremony just perfect. xx”
Aileen is amazing
George and I are so glad we found Aileen to be our celebrant for our very, simple wedding.
Aileen is such an amazingly wonderful woman with a beautiful personality and warm, kind nature.
Aileen goes above and beyond her role, when I was stressing about what to wear, the possible weather etc Aileen always put me at ease.
She has a genuine passion about what she does. It was an absolute honour to have Aileen as our celebrant.
I could write so much more about Aileen, her smile, patience, warmth ……
Thank you.
Morag and George. Xx