HEARTFELT CUSTOM CEREMONIES, LLC Serving Naples, Fort Myers, & Southwest Florida
Joan Bogwill, Certified Life-Cycle Celebrant and Wedding Officiant
Custom Ceremony by Heartfelt Custom Ceremonies Venue La Casa Toscana Photo by Taylor Shea
Ring exchange with custom vows. Photo by Love Letters, Inc.
Fort Myers custom wedding officiant Photo by Tiffany Maysonet
Custom Ceremony by Heartfelt Custom Ceremonies Venue La Casa Toscana Photo by Taylor Shea
Your Love, Your Story, Your Ceremony.
Congratulations on your engagement! Your wedding day is one of the most meaningful moments of your life, and choosing the right officiant is the key to creating a ceremony that feels personal, authentic, and unforgettable. I’m Joan Bogwill, a certified wedding officiant and celebrant. My passion is helping couples like you celebrate their love with a ceremony that truly reflects your story, values, and personalities.
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Weddings Designed Around You
Whether you envision a romantic beachfront wedding, an elegant resort celebration, an intimate elopement, or a cultural or interfaith ceremony, I take the time to understand your vision so every word, ritual, and detail feels meaningful and unique.
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Special touches include:
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Religious, spiritual, or non-religious ceremonies
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Engaging storytelling of your love journey
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Cultural traditions and unity rituals
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Including children or pets in your ceremony
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Life’s Most Cherished Milestones
While weddings are at the heart of what I do, I also officiate ceremonies for other life celebrations, including:
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Funeral, memorial, and celebration-of-life ceremonies
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Baby blessings and adoption ceremonies
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Home blessings and new beginnings
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Retirements and milestone celebrations
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Why Couples Choose Me
Every milestone deserves to be honored with intention, warmth, and love. Couples choose me because I create personalized ceremonies tailored to their unique story, ensuring every detail reflects who they are. My approach is inclusive, thoughtful, and heartfelt, making sure everyone feels connected and celebrated. With experienced and professional guidance from start to finish, I help couples feel confident and supported throughout the planning process. I also bring a deep respect for your culture, faith, and family traditions, seamlessly weaving them into a ceremony that is both meaningful and memorable.
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Let’s Create Your Unforgettable Ceremony
If you’re looking for a trusted wedding officiant in Southwest Florida, I would be honored to help you celebrate your love. Contact me today to start planning a ceremony that’s as unique and beautiful as your journey together.​
Custom Ceremonies for Life’s Meaningful Moments
Wedding Packages
Your ceremony should feel personal, intentional, and unforgettable, not scripted or generic. With romantic storytelling, meaningful rituals, and thoughtful touches, every word will reflect you and your love story.
Curious about what’s possible?
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Explore heartfelt custom wedding packages that bring your vision to life.
Memorial Ceremony
I believe every life deserves to be remembered in a way that is honest, heartfelt, and true to who they were. I work closely with families to craft personalized memorials, funerals, and celebrations of life that honor the life lived and the love left behind.
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Ceremony Script
Writing Services
Are you thinking about having a family member or friend officiate your event but still want a meaningful, memorable ceremony? I create custom ceremony scripts that reflect your story, values, and the heart of the moment, whether it’s a joyful union or a heartfelt farewell. I serve clients nationwide, bringing warmth and intention to every ceremony.
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"Joan guided us gracefully through each step. Her calming presence eased our jitters, and her heartfelt words brought tears to our eyes. We received countless compliments about how engaging and meaningful Joan made our ceremony."
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Michael D.
Let me share my approach:
1. First, fill out the contact form below to inquire about your desired ceremony and date.
2. Schedule a no-obligation consultation. Let's connect via FaceTime or Zoom and see if we're the perfect fit.
3. Next, sign a contract and submit a retainer to secure your date.
It is that easy. From here on out, I've got it. Your experience will be seamless and stress-free from start to finish.
Let's Connect
Thank you for your interest in a custom ceremony, it's truly an honor to be considered for such an important moment in your life.
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The next step is to check availability and schedule a complimentary consultation to see if we’re the right fit. Whether you're planning a:
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Wedding
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Vow Renewal
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Baby Welcoming or Adoption Ceremony
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Milestone Birthday or Retirement
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Funeral or Memorial Ceremony
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I’d love to hear your story and help create something meaningful, personal, and unforgettable.
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Please fill out the form below with a few details, and I’ll be in touch soon!
Serving Naples, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Sanibel, Captiva, Bonita Springs, Charlotte and Collier Counties, the Greater Southwest and Southeast Florida, and the Chicagoland Area.
What is my booking process?
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Email me at heartfeltcustomceremonies@gmail.com to schedule a no-obligation consultation.
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Meet via Zoom or FaceTime to see if I am a good fit for your wedding vision.
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If you decide I am the one to have the honor of officiating your ceremony, I will prepare and email you a contract with important information such as date, time, location, fee, etc.
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Secure your date with the signed contract and a retainer paid online payment sites.