Memorials & Other Options
Other Options
Families sometimes choose to hold a memorial following a private cremation or burial. This can allow more time to process grief and plan a service reflecting their person.
Memorials can be held in gardens, community halls, RSL clubs, surf clubs, golf clubs, your backyard or anywhere meaningful.
Contact Bec to create a heartfelt, personalised and memorable memorial.
Memorial Service
Families sometimes choose to hold a memorial following a private cremation or burial. This can allow more time to process grief and plan a service reflecting their person.
Memorials can be held in gardens, community halls, RSL clubs, surf clubs, golf clubs, your backyard or anywhere meaningful.
Contact Bec to create a heartfelt, personalised and memorable memorial.
Ash Scattering
Ash scattering can be a gentle and meaningful way to farewell your person. Many families choose a place that holds special significance and memories. It may be a favourite beach, garden, bush track, or somewhere connected to cherished memories.
A small gathering can be held to pause, reflect, share a tribute, or simply take a quiet moment together before the ashes are scattered.
Bec can help guide you, offer ideas for rituals so the moment feels personal, respectful and healing.
Celebrant only Service
You have already engaged your funeral provider and are now seeking a Celebrant to create a heartfelt, memorable ceremony to reflect the life of your person.
Bec works collaboratively with family to design a ceremony that feels genuine, personal and promotes healing.
Bec can assist with writing eulogies and tributes, designing a visual tribute and suggesting meaningful rituals that help the ceremony feel memorable for all the right reasons.
Together we will shape a service that reflects the life, values and personality of your person.
Funeral Service Pricing
Prices listed are a guide only
Direct Cremation
Starting from $2,750. A simple and cost effective option, ideal for those seeking a minimal fuss.
Cremation with a Service
Starting from $8,932. A funeral service with personalised ceremony held in a chapel, outdoor space, your backyard or a place of meaning.
Burial with Funeral Service
Starting from $7,616. Traditional burial held in a church or chapel. Burial plot and internment fees are paid directly to the cemetery.
I will work with you to create a heartfelt, meaningful and personal farewell for your person that fits within your budget.
Things you need to know about Death and Funerals
Why are funeral services important?
They offer connection, an opportunity to celebrate a life well lived and help families begin the healing process while promoting healthy bereavement.
What to expect at a ceremony?
Expect a tailored ceremony with music, readings and personal stories, designed to honour your loved one. A ceremony held at a cemetery and crematorium is usually 45 minutes but can be longer if desired. There is no time limit at a non traditional venue, but an hour is usually a suitable timeframe.
What’s a direct cremation?
AKA “No Service No Attendance” – meaning the body isn’t at the service. A simple and cost effective option, ideal for those seeking a minimal fuss.
The deceased is transferred from the place of death to the mortuary and then onto cremation.
The ashes can be collected by the Funeral Director and returned to the family.
The Applicant (usually the Next of Kin, Executor or family member) may also collect the ashes if you would prefer.
What’s a living wake?
A celebration of life held while your loved one is still present, allowing them to share in the love and memories.
What’s an ashes scattering?
A symbolic ceremony where ashes are released in a meaningful location, such as a favourite beach or park.
Can I travel with ashes overseas?
Yes, but regulations vary by country. We can guide you through the process to ensure compliance.
What’s the process for a Catholic funeral?
Catholic funerals are all about tradition and do not encourage secular music, holding slides, visual tributes or a eulogy. The purpose of a Catholic funeral is to gather and say prayers for the deceased.
Words of remembrance are permitted, you only have a window of 3-5 minutes and you are encouraged to talk about the faith of the deceased. Speak to your local Parish Priest about his requirements for a Requiem Mass or Funeral Liturgy.
How long does a funeral service typically last?
Most ceremonies run 30-60 minutes, but we tailor the duration to your preferences and needs.
What's the difference between a funeral and a memorial?
A funeral typically includes the body or coffin and is held shortly after a person’s death. A memorial, on the other hand, is centred around remembering the person’s life and can take place days, weeks, or even months later, without the body present.
Want a deeper understanding of how each option serves different emotional and cultural needs? Read our blog: Is there a difference between a Funeral and a Memorial?
