Freie Rednerin Lena

Lena Semenow is a freelance celebrant in Cologne who supports families planning a funeral or memorial service. Recognizing that the loss of a loved one and the day of farewell can be deeply difficult, she offers calm, compassionate guidance and helps create a dignified ceremony shaped around the family’s wishes. Her approach focuses not only on grief, but also on celebrating the person’s life, character and the meaningful moments shared with loved ones.

Lena works with families to develop ideas for the service and prepare a personal speech based on their stories and memories. The aim is to bring those recollections to life in a way that may comfort, move or even bring a smile to those gathered. Her service includes an initial conversation of approximately two hours, writing a personal eulogy and accompanying the funeral ceremony, which typically lasts around 20 to 25 minutes. On the day, she stays alongside the family and speaks the final words as they take this last step together.