William Farmer Funeral Directors

Welcome to William Farmer

Established in 1873, we have had the honour of serving the Bendigo and surrounding communities for over 140 years. Our continued commitment to funeral care will ensure; our support to families and our service is personal, professional and dignified to help celebrate a 'life well lived'.

Available 24 hours a day, every day, our experienced team of funeral directors are here to guide and support you every step of the way. We are dedicated to the needs of every family and can provide advice on all aspects of funeral services, pre-planning and bereavement care.

With locations in Bendigo, Eaglehawk and Inglewood, we are proud to offer first class facilities throughout our community, including the largest funeral centre in Central Victoria. When you need to visit one of our funeral homes you will be met with a standard of care that we are so well known for throughout the Bendigo and wider community.

When you call on us, we will be here to assist you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

A Good Life Deserves The Best Farewell

When faced with having to make funeral arrangements for a loved one, many people have no prior experience.
Our Funeral Directors are here to guide and support you through this difficult time,
helping to create a personal, fitting and unique farewell for your loved one.

Andrew Hampton

Heather Hampton

Jesse Cattell

June Andrew

A Funeral During COVID-19

The health and safety of our client families, community, staff and stakeholders is our highest priority and concern.
During this time of uncertainty, we are committed to this standard.

As we closely monitor this situation daily via the Government Health Department and with the support of the Australian Funeral Directors Association (AFDA) the implementing of safeguards based on recommendations will continue to occur throughout our company.

Throughout our funeral homes we have made available multiple hand sanitiser stations, QR codes and information to ensure our environments remain safe for our communities. We will also provide these stations at funerals conducted outside our facilities.

We appreciate your understanding at this time of uncertainty. Our staff, together with the families we care for, are doing our very best.

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Start the conversation with 'Your Story'

Our ‘Your Story’ booklet can be completed by you or your family with stories and memories. These can be retold or kept as a memoir. This booklet allows an insight into a person's life and what shaped them. Download our 'Your Story' booklet to help with your goodbye.

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Funerals In Our Care

Mrs. Maureen Frances Lougoon (nee Neylon)

September 23, 2021

27 February 1955 – 16 September 2021 Loving and much loved wife of the late Jeff and adored mother of Monica and the late Jodi. A remarkable woman who is now finally at peace. In our hearts you will always be 27.02.1955 – 16.09.2021 Dearly loved daughter of the late John and Joan Neylon. Loved…

Shane “Shaneo” Fitzpatrick

September 23, 2021

17/12/2000 – 11/09/2021 Passed away suddenly on September 11, 2021 at Raywood. Much loved son of James and Brenda. There are no words that can express our grief and heartache but we will cherish our memories of our beautiful boy forever. Always in our hearts In accordance with current regulations a Private Funeral Service…

Mr. Philip Mark Hunt

September 22, 2021

Aged 66 years. Late of Bendigo. Philip passed away on September 2nd after a short illness. He was the son of Dorothy and Geoffrey Hunt, younger brother of David, Andrew and Stephen (deceased), brother-in-law to Sonia, Noveta and Jo. He was the uncle of seven nephews and nieces and great-uncle to eleven. Philip will be…

Lorraine Mary-Anne Glynn

September 21, 2021

Passed peacefully at Victoria Heights on September 18, 2021. Aged 78 years Loving partner and soulmate of Cass. Loving daughter of Alan and Eileen (both dec.). Beloved sister of Gladys (dec.), Colleen (dec.) and Joseph. Beloved mother of Jane, Glenn, Brad, Stacey (dec.) and Sally. Stepmother to Julie and Shane. Loved grandmother and great grandmother….

Mrs. Sylvia Elizabeth Alice Mander

September 20, 2021

In accordance with current regulations a Private Funeral Service for Mrs. Sylvia Elizabeth Alice Mander will be held on MONDAY (September 20) at 2.30 pm. If you would like to view the service live, go to: www.williamfarmer.com.au/tribute-centre No flowers by request, in lieu donations to Royal Flying Doctors Service would be appreciated.

Mr. Frank Hewston