28 October 2016
Hi Dave,
I wanted to thank you again for everything you did for us and for my dad, for his funeral.
There is nothing I can think of that would have made the service better in any way. You had every aspect covered, and we are all so grateful.
TESTIMONIAL FOR DAVE PIPE
On Wednesday October 26, 2016, my close family and I, along with many other family members and friends, farewelled my father, Allister Alexander.
Dave Pipe acted as celebrant, and from our first contact, through till the days following our dad\’s funeral, his service, dedication and thoroughness were simply outstanding.
Davis manner calmed nerves and concerns, his professionalism ensured every possible detail was taken care of and his genuine human warmth put the whole family at ease.
We could relax and be confident that our dad\’s funeral would be a smoothly-run , fitting testament to the man we loved.
Dave talked with family members to get a real feel for dad as a person, and his words during the service captured him accurately and warmly.
Dave liaised seamlessly with our funeral director, took the initiative in guiding family members planning their tributes, and made many helpful suggestions for possible readings and poems.
He was prepared to really listen to the family, adapt and modify the service as our ideas evolved, and never once made us feel rushed, awkward or under pressure.
Dave\’s perceptiveness, thoroughness, professionalism and real kindness contributed a great deal to the running of dad\’s funeral, in the planning stages, on the day, and in the days which followed.
We wish to thank you, Dave, for everything you did for our dear dad, and also for us as his family.
It was appreciated immensely.
All the best, Dave, we are so grateful to you!
Robyn