LJ Guyan Funeral Service

LJ Guyan Funeral Service Funeral Directors proudly serving the communities in and around Keynsham.

Meet David Miles ‘Every funeral is unique because every life is unique’.With a background in nursing, social work and fu...
03/06/2026

Meet David Miles
‘Every funeral is unique because every life is unique’.

With a background in nursing, social work and funeral directing, I have been an award winning Funeral Celebrant for 10 years and still love what I do. I love writing and then sharing a unique story. I am privileged to support bereaved people when they are most vulnerable. Carefully and with my support together we create a totally unique and person centred ceremonywhilst I also recognise the complexity of grief.

I live in Bristol with my partner and cat. I have been a volunteer as a listener for a bereavement charity for 15 years.

Away from my role as Celebrant, I enjoy theatre, reading and exploring new places.

Grief has no timetable.Some days may feel lighter, while others can bring back memories and emotions as strongly as ever...
02/06/2026

Grief has no timetable.

Some days may feel lighter, while others can bring back memories and emotions as strongly as ever. Grief is not something we “get over” it is something we learn to carry as we continue to love and remember those who are no longer with us.

Be gentle with yourself and with others. A kind word, a listening ear, or simply being present can make a world of difference to someone who is grieving.

At difficult times, remembering that you are not alone can bring comfort.

💙 Every story is different. Every loss is personal. Every journey through grief deserves understanding and compassion.

At L J Guyan Funeral Directors, we are here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week offering compassionate care, guidance,...
25/05/2026

At L J Guyan Funeral Directors, we are here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week offering compassionate care, guidance, and support whenever you need us most.

From the very first call, our dedicated team is by your side to help ease the burden and provide comfort through every step of the journey.

Caring for our community with dignity, kindness, and understanding day or night. 🤍

Planning for the future with a Dignity Funeral Plan means giving your loved ones peace of mind when they need it most. B...
19/05/2026

Planning for the future with a Dignity Funeral Plan means giving your loved ones peace of mind when they need it most. By arranging your wishes in advance, you can help ease emotional and financial pressure, while ensuring your farewell reflects your life, your values, and your choices. Funeral plans can also help protect against rising funeral costs by securing services at today’s prices.
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Meet Mark Searle - funeral celebrant and Christian minister…Mark has more than two decades of experience taking funerals...
18/05/2026

Meet Mark Searle - funeral celebrant and Christian minister…
Mark has more than two decades of experience taking funerals. He began this work as a Church of England minister, serving in a wide variety of parishes, and has walked with many families through moments of grief, remembrance, and love.
Today, Mark works part-time leading a local church and part-time taking funerals, bringing the same steady presence, care, and pastoral sensitivity to every service. Mark will serve as a funeral celebrant and Christian minister, as led by the family. Mark’s approach is warm, personal, and unhurried—creating space for families to feel listened to and supported, especially when words are hard to find.
At the heart of Mark’s work is a simple focus: helping families tell their loved one’s story well. Every life is unique, and Mark takes time to listen carefully, gather the details that matter, and shape a farewell that feels true to the person—honest, dignified, and meaningful.
Mark originally trained as an actor before beginning ministry. He has also recently completed a postgraduate diploma in applied positive psychology and loves running and the outdoors.
It’s a privilege to serve families at such significant times. Mark’s hope is to bring calm reassurance, honour each life with respect, and help people say goodbye in a way that feels personal—whether that’s a non-religious celebration of life or with quiet Christian hope.

15/05/2026

It's hoped the empty phone box can be transformed into something that will save lives

Today LJ Guyan supported Bin the Blade in restoring an old telephone box in Leinster Avenue Knowle. After sanding and pa...
13/05/2026

Today LJ Guyan supported Bin the Blade in restoring an old telephone box in Leinster Avenue Knowle. After sanding and painting, weather permitting it’s now underway to become a medical station containing a bleed cabinet and a defibrillator.
A special thank you to Richard at South West tool Hire who like a knight in shining armour came to our rescue when we were let down with the tools needed, loaning us free of charge everything to get the job done.
We shared fond memories of how this telephone box back in our younger years provided shelter, meeting girls and last minute phone calls to try and stay out later with friends.

How wonderful is “Bertie” a fantastic tribute! Even had real licorice allsorts around him, I promise none were eaten 🍬🍭🍬...
11/05/2026

How wonderful is “Bertie” a fantastic tribute! Even had real licorice allsorts around him, I promise none were eaten 🍬🍭🍬🍬


Meet Rev’d Andy Percy ……As a pastor serving alongside our local community, I hold deeply to values that centre on compas...
09/05/2026

Meet Rev’d Andy Percy ……
As a pastor serving alongside our local community, I hold deeply to values that centre on compassion, dignity, and presence. In moments of loss, words often feel insufficient, but care, gentleness, and genuine human connection can speak volumes. I believe every life carries a unique story worth honouring, and every farewell deserves to reflect that individuality with respect and grace.

In ministry, I am guided by a commitment to walk with people through both light and shadow. Grief is not something to be hurried or fixed, but something to be held with patience and understanding. I strive to create space where families feel supported, heard, and able to remember their loved ones in ways that are meaningful to them.

As a person, I value authenticity, kindness, and humility. I aim to approach each family not as a role to fulfil, but as people to care for; listening carefully, speaking thoughtfully, and offering reassurance where it is needed most. My faith shapes my belief in hope, even in the midst of sorrow, and in the importance of community coming together to support one another.

It is a privilege to serve at such significant moments in people’s lives. My hope is always to bring comfort, honour each life well, and stand alongside families with quiet strength and compassion when they need it most.

07/05/2026

I’d like you to meet Christine, one of our dedicated funeral directors from our Frome branch who is always happy to support the team.

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Charlton Road
Keynsham
BS312JA

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