Every life is a collection of stories.
This is ours.
Living Wake Co. was built from grief, from love, and from a deep belief that the people we love deserve to hear how much they matter while they're still here to experience it.
The celebration of your life shouldn't
Wait UnTil It's Over
Every life is a collection of stories.
This is ours.
Living Wake Co. was built from grief, from love, and from a deep belief that the people we love deserve to hear how much they matter while they're still here to experience it.
I know what it feels like to carry the things
you never got to say.
I lost my dad suddenly. No warning, no chance to say the things that needed to be said. I carry the guilt and the grief of everything left unsaid, and all the things I wish I'd done differently.
As an only child, I had to plan his funeral alone – overwhelmed, barely functioning, saying yes to decisions I wouldn't make now. The process was impersonal, expensive, and exhausting at the worst possible moment. I had no choice but to get through it.
At his funeral, people stood up and spoke about the kind of man he was – colleagues, students, people whose lives he'd quietly shaped over 30 years of teaching.
He never knew how loved he really was and the lasting impact he had made in many people's lives because he wasn't there to hear it.
A few months after losing my dad, I watched my husband's grandfather choose to go on his own terms. His favourite song was playing and his whole family gathered around him at home. It was heartbreaking and beautiful all at once.
I kept thinking what if we'd created something for him earlier – while he was still well enough to really be there for it?
These experiences reshaped how I think about life and death entirely.
Why do we wait until someone is gone to tell them how we really feel?
Why do we save the most important words for when it's too late to matter?
And that's why Living Wake Co. exists.
We believe those stories deserve to be honoured while the person at the centre of them
is still here to feel the love behind every word.
Based in Perth, Living Wake Co specialises in curating bespoke living wakes – moving away from traditional farewells to focus on the light, the laughter, and the unique legacy of the individual. We ensure families can step back from the logistics and simply be present with the people who matter most.
Planning something this significant during a time of transition is overwhelming. Our mission is to carry that weight for you.
We handle every detail so you and your family can focus on the connection and the stories.
We don't just manage events. We protect your space, your time, and your memories.
A personal note from
Julie
I come from 18 years in the corporate world – and I know firsthand how impersonal systems treat people at their most vulnerable. When I built Living Wake Co, I made a deliberate choice to do things completely differently.
You will deal with one person (me) from your first conversation to the moment the highlight reel lands in your hands. I have genuine heart in this. Not because it's a job, but because I know what it feels like to be on the other side of this moment and wish something like this had existed.
When I’m not working, I’m spending time with my family. As a wife and mother, my favourite moments are the simplest ones — sharing a meal together, heading out fishing or down to the beach, or spending weekends on the sidelines watching my girls play soccer.
Those everyday moments have taught me that life isn’t measured by achievements or busy schedules, but by the people we share it with and the memories we create along the way.
That’s the heart of Living Wake Co – a belief that the stories, relationships, laughter, and love that shape a life deserve to be celebrated while we’re still here to experience them.
What Our Families Are Saying
We weren't sure what to expect, but the afternoon was filled with so much laughter and pure love. Being able to hear all these incredible stories while dad was still with us was the greatest gift we could have asked for. It brought him deep peace and gave us memories we will cherish forever.
Living Wake Co. took all the stress out of the planning. They created a space that felt truly celebratory rather than somber. Watching my mother reconnect with old friends and share stories in such a beautiful, dignified setting was profoundly moving. I cannot recommend them enough.
Such a warm, uplifting experience. It changed our entire perspective on how we honour the people we love. Every detail was handled with grace and deep respect, allowing us to just be present and celebrate Arthur's remarkable life together.
Ready to explore what this could look like?
Every living wake starts with a conversation. There's no pressure – just a chance to explore what this could look like for you and your family.
The celebration of your life shouldn't wait until it's over.
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© 2026 Living Wake Co All rights reserved.
ABN: 72 695 707 950
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