Arranging A Funeral
Having to plan a funeral for a person close to you can be a daunting task. As your funeral director, we are here to provide guidance and support. Our caring staff will help you through this difficult time, carefully listening to your needs and requirements, to help create a fitting farewell to commemorate the life of your loved one.
We endeavour to make the process of organising a funeral as stress free for you as possible. There is no such thing as a ‘typical’ funeral and therefore during our discussion we will record the decisions and choices made to create a detailed plan of the funeral service discussed.
During the following days, until the funeral service is conducted, we work closely with you, provide ongoing assistance while liaising with the clergy or celebrant, newspapers, florists, cemeteries, churches and any other third parties that might be required in preparation for the funeral service.
Simply, our service revolves around your needs. We provide options, but you make the decisions. A funeral service should reflect upon a lifetime of memories through words, music, photographs and/or life symbols. We will assist you in creating a unique funeral for your loved one.
Considerations, Resources & Support
Browse through our different pages to assist with the planning and preparation of a funeral service
When Someone Passes Away
Most people are unsure of what to do when someone passes away in their family. It is important to contact us as soon as possible.
Before Meeting With Us
Our helpful document will assist your family in being prepared for your first meeting with a Funeral Director.
Funeral Service Formats
The format of a funeral service is completely up to the family. We will do our very best to accommodate your wishes.
The Venue
Maybe a church or other place of worship is appropriate, or one of our chapels, the choices of venues are unlimited...
Burial or Cremation
One of the first topics discussed is often the preference of a burial or cremation. This is a very personal choice and one...
Personalising A Funeral
You can create a funeral that reflects the unique and special qualities of your loved one. The secret is to add personal touches.
Making The Funeral Personal
You can create a funeral that reflects the unique and special qualities of your loved one. The secret is to add personal touches.
Here are some considerations:
Choosing a Celebrant or Clergy member, selecting life symbols to be displayed, lighting a candle, providing guests with a printed item to take home, having a photo presentation during the funeral service, selecting music and special readings/poems, including humour during the funeral, or inviting other associations such as the RSL to be part of the service.
Your funeral consultant will guide you through the many different options to ensure the funeral is personalised and unique.
The Death Notice
The following phrases and verses may help you prepare the death notice to notify others of your loved ones passing or funeral.
Mortuary Care & Viewings
Our Mortuary Care centre is a place of rest and dignity. Care and compassion remain the priority at all times for those in our care.
The eulogy
The eulogy is a speech made during the funeral service to share facts, memories and very personal accounts of your loved one...
Coffins, Caskets and Urns
Coffins are tapered at the head and foot and are wide at the shoulders. Caskets are rectangular in shape and are often made of solid timber.
Printed Items, Photos & Music
We offer a range of beautiful service sheet, post cards, thank you cards or bookmark. Once a document, now a beautiful keepsake.
Floral Tributes
Select flowers that were meaningful to the person who died or as a tribute of love. Perhaps you can think of something more.
We're Here For You
At William farmer, our role is to be your shoulder to lean on, a compassionate and reliable advisor, playing an integral role in planning the funeral arrangements of your loved one.
Our caring and professional team of staff will assist you every step of the way, and will remain available any hour throughout your time of need.
We understand just how important it is to say goodbye in your own way, and know that when you call on us, you will be served as one of our family- there is no higher measure.