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. 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

Michelle Newlan

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

Mr. William “Bill” Bowery

January 18, 2022

25 May 1929 – 11 January 2022 (in his 93rd year) Passed away peacefully with Elaine and Margaret by his side at Bendigo Health. Loved husband of Elaine (nee Nankivell), to celebrate their 75th year of marriage later in 2022. Much loved father of Margaret (Millar), Ray (Bowery), Leanne (Wyatt) and families. To…

Mr. Donald Andrew Leske

January 14, 2022

Don passed into the presence of his Lord on 1st January 2022, at the age of 62 after a long illness. Don operated Stain Busters, Bendigo and was a valued member of Kangaroo Flat Baptist Church. Loved husband of Rhonda and cherished father of Karla. A Thanksgiving Service for the life of Mr. Donald…

Mrs Jeanette Telford

January 12, 2022

19.1.1938 – 3.1.2022 Passed away peacefully aged 83. Loving wife of Bobby Adored Mother of John, Ian, Gary, Donna and Roslyn. Cherished Nan of Charlene, Vicki, Kylie, Rhys, Taylah, Jack (dec), Renee, Cody and Riley. Adored Great Nan of James, Ryan, Zara, Elsie, Bridie, Adaline, Noah and Leyton. Loving wife of Bobby. Passed away…

Mr Ian Douglas Brown

January 8, 2022

12.8.1947 – 2.1.2022 Brother of Lesley and Ralph. Brother-in-law of Geoffrey and Ann. Uncle of Kelly and Christine. A gentle nature, A heart of gold, These are the memories we will hold.

Mrs. Ailsa Isabel Illingworth (nee Laird)

January 7, 2022

Formerly of Calivil 8.6.1927 – 27.12.2021 Passed away peacefully at Royal Freemasons Aged Care, Kangaroo Flat, on December 27, 2021. Aged 94 years My Sweetheart, with all my love, Darby Loved Mother and Mother-in-law of John and Deb. Gone but never forgotten. Riding your horse and winning school races in a…

Mrs. Shirley Lorraine Edwards (nee Williams)