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Funeral Directors in Greater Illawarra region
Serving the Greater Illawarra and Southern Highlands regions of NSW – covering Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Bowral, Mittagong and Moss Vale.
Looking for a funeral service in Greater Illawarra region that is affordable, yet personalised and meaningful?
A funeral is a significant occasion – a time where people gather together to remember, reflect and look for comfort and hope. With Salvos Funerals, you can be rest assured that we’ll look after your loved one with the utmost respect, dignity and care.
We offer a range of affordable options and arrangements to suit your budget and needs, such as:
- Funerals (burial or cremation) with the coffin present at a cemetery chapel, church, reception venue or other location
- Direct cremations with no funeral service (viewing and witness cremation options also available)
- Personalised funerals, ranging from a simple service or something bespoke, that can be held at a church, chapel or another location, with the option to have a burial or cremation afterwards
- Prepaid services where you or your loved ones can plan and pre-pay for a funeral (with the option to pay over a three-year period)
- Repatriations of your loved one, either in a coffin or their cremated remains
The dedicated and experienced team of funeral directors at Salvos Funerals can help you choose a service or arrangement that meets your needs and ensures your loved ones receive the farewell they deserve.
Contact us
We can meet you in person, call you or arrange an online meeting – whatever suits you best. Please call our Greater Illawarra service on (02) 9119 9010 to make an appointment.
A member of our team can also see you at one of our Salvation Army locations across Greater Illawarra, in the comfort of your own home or at a location most convenient to you.
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Marie says…
“My family and I want to specially Thank you for everything you did on our son’s funeral. You’re such and amazing person and we want you to know that we appreciate you from the bottom of our hearts greatly. May God Almighty reward you abundantly. Thank you so much!”
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Kae, Gae & Families says…
“I would just like to express our appreciation of the very kind and caring way you handled our Mothers funeral service and arrangements. It was a beautiful service and you made it happen with minimal stress and worry, which in our time of sorrow we are very thankful for considerate efforts.”
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Tania says…
“Thanks so much for everything that you did to make Dad’s funeral a really lovely event. We really appreciated the care that you took, your kindness and the professional approach of the Salvos.”
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Olga says…
“Your support, kind words and presence meant so much to the family and I yesterday. It was by far the worst day of our lives and having you there made a positive difference, thank-you!”
Services that suit you
Below are estimates and examples for your consideration. If you would prefer a tailored quote, please contact us and we can discuss your needs further.
As per NSW Fair Trading requirements, we also provide a Funeral Information Standard with our prices.
If you would like to review our catalogue and price list of coffins and caskets, please visit our pricing page.
Greater Illawarra Region Pricing
- Direct cremation (with no funeral service)
- Personalised Funeral & Cremation
- Personalised Funeral & Burial
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Direct Cremation (With No Funeral Service)
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging the direct cremation. $1,300 Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays.
Additional charges apply for regional areas$330 Death certificate From Births, Deaths and Marriages $65 Direct cremation coffin $150 Doctors cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved $110 Direct cremation $535 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Indicative cost $2,490 Note: If you would like to see your loved one before a direct cremation, we can arrange a small private gathering at a lower cost than a conventional funeral. Additional Costs (if required) Special Urn / Scattering Tubes Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from $113 Postage of Ashes Via Registered Post, with tracking and a required signature. $55 NB. Ashes are able to be collected, if preferred.
Please speak with your Funeral Planner who can provide more information.Last updated: 14/03/2024 -
Personalised Funeral & Cremation
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging and conducting of a funeral service and the team's involvement leading up to the funeral and on the day. (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). $2,980 Coffin (Richmond model - standard size) Ideal for funeral service - see full range here. $895 Memorial books and recorded music No charge Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays
Additional charges apply for regional areas$330 Care facility storage $220 Preparation at care facility $215 Certified Death Certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages $65 Doctors' cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved. $110 Crematorium chapel hire and cremation Price depends on the location chosen - indicative cost only $1,250 Early delivery and coffin in place At crematorium chapel (See 'Early Delivery & Coffin In Place' below) $175 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Indicative cost (for crematorium chapel)
*Alternative costs apply for church or other location - see table below$6,240 Note: If you would like to see your loved one before a direct cremation, we can arrange a small private gathering at a lower cost than a conventional funeral. Additional Options & Costs (if required) Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee: $400 Floral tribute Small Casket Cover (other options available) $330 Livestreaming of service (+ recording) This is for a professional livestream and recording with access to an edited version (with link provided).
(Livestreaming offered is dependent on access to networks).
NB. Not required at crematorium chapel.At cost Order of service booklets Optional - from… $352 Visual/Photo tribute Photos to be supplied by family;
Music to be chosen by family;
Visual/photo presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals$150 Postage of Ashes Via Registered Post, with tracking and a required signature. $55 NB. Ashes are able to be collected, if preferred.
Please speak with your Funeral Planner who can provide more information.Special Urn/Scattering Tube Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from $113 Last updated: 14/03/2024 -
Personalised Funeral & Burial
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Includes arranging and conducting of a funeral service and the team's involvement leading up to the funeral and on the day. (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). $2,880 Coffin (Richmond model - standard size) Ideal for funeral service - see full range here. $895 Memorial books and recorded music No charge Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours). Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays
Additional charges apply for regional areas$330 Care facility storage $220 Preparation at care facility See note below (above-ground burial fees) for interment in crypt or mausoleum $215 Certified Death Certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages $65 Hearse and driver $580 Interment / grave-digging Prices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below). Burial plot / grave Prices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below). Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Indicative cost $5,185 Note: If you would like to see your loved one before a direct cremation, we can arrange a small private gathering at a lower cost than a conventional funeral. Additional Costs (If required) Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee: $400 Floral tribute Small Casket Cover (other options available) $330 Order of service booklets Optional - from… $352 Livestreaming of service (+ recording) This is for a professional livestream and recording with access to an edited version (with link provided).(Livestreaming offered is dependent on access to networks).NB. Not required at crematorium chapel. At cost Visual/Photo tribute Photos to be supplied by family;
Music to be chosen by family;
Visual/photo presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals$150 Additional staff required by Salvos Funerals to assist in carrying/lowering of coffin. NB. *Minimum of 1-3 people required from family/friends* $260 Per person Last updated: 14/03/2024
