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NSW Albury/Wodonga and N_East Val Dean

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Our thanks to Val for her celebrant profile.

Val Dean - Albury/Wodonga and the North East
- Appointed 2008

About 20 years ago I learned about Celebrancy and immediately knew it was something I wanted to do.   Assisting a couple in designing their wedding was something that excited me, and I really desired to be able to do this.   However, growing family, and all things that require an income kept me in the workforce.

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As time went on and  circumstances changed, I found I had the free time to revisit my passion and dream of Celebrancy.  

In 2008 I was appointed and so has begun this wonderful stage of my life where I am doing what I really enjoy.

My life experience includes working in the Courts in Victoria, starting and running a sandwich bar with my husband, working for 2 sole practitioner solicitors, various ministries in my local church, and now Celebrancy.   I have found the experience gained in the Courts and working for the solicitors has been invaluable, as is the experience gained running a small business.  I believe each of these occupations assist me and adds to my expertise as a celebrant.

My passion has always been for people, and am so pleased I now have the time to dedicate to each ceremony.  For me, it is very special to be a part of a couples' very private ceremony, and I do not take this lightly, but consider it a great honor.

I look forward to the challenge of each ceremony as, for me, each is individual and unique.  Where you have blending of family members I believe it is very important this be done with love and compassion, and this is a special touch I enjoy.  Confidentiality is assured.

I enjoy Celebrancy and give each ceremony all I can, emphasizing the making of memory and individuality.   What special memories are created for the day when their status changes forever, and WOW, what a privilege. 

It is my pleasure to serve in celebration of life!

Val Dean

Civil Marriage and Family Celebrant

Albury NSW

For more about Val:  www.weddingspluscelebrant.com.au