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Funeral Services in Mornington Peninsula
Looking for a funeral service on the Mornington Peninsula 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 have various options for:
⦁ 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 & witness cremation options available)
⦁ Prepaid Services (with the option to pay over a three-year period)
⦁ Memorial services – with or without the cremated remains of your loved one
⦁ 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 one receives the farewell they deserve.
Where we can meet you
We can make arrangements to meet with you in person, or by phone and online. Please call Mornington Peninsula on (03) 5910 4500 to make an appointment.
A member of our team can see you at one of our Salvation Army locations across the Mornington Peninsula, in the comfort of your own home or at a location
Megan Maxfield | Operations Manager
Megan has spent most of her career journeying with people through life’s challenging circumstances, with her previous role being a Chaplain within the Court & Prison system.
"I am truly humbled to be serving families within Salvos Funerals. Supporting people within their grief is an honour that I never take for granted. It is when I am at my best".
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Debbie G. says…
“I wish to send a big thank you to Megan and the staff at Salvos Funerals for the care and support in making a truly great send off for my brother. I wouldn’t hesitate recommending Salvos Funerals to my family and friends. Thank you again.”
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Sean, Georgia & Rachel says…
“We were so grateful that we came across Salvos Funerals. The fact that we were able find an affordable and ethical establishment that would then utilise our proceedings to benefit the community at-large was, indeed, something that seemed, to us, the best way to say goodbye to our Mum.”
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Alexandra C. says…
“You transited strength to me when I was in such deep sorrow (the not knowing of what to do) where I needed to be carried for this process of such deep loss and unexpected stage in my life. A caring process for me which has helped with healing. Thank you.”
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Grace & Debbie says…
“Your kindness and care during this time will never be forgotten. We are so grateful to you and your team for taking care of our loved one and helping us say good bye. Thank you.”
A service to 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. You can also review our catalogue and price list of coffins and caskets below:
Mornington Peninsula Pricing
- Personalised Funeral And Cremation
- Personalised Funeral And Burial
- Direct Cremation (With No Funeral Service)
- Direct Cremation With Viewing
- Direct Cremation With Witness
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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). $2,689 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. Transfer into our care Additional $175 for public holidays
Additional charges apply for regional areas$330 Care facility storage No charge for first week.
$25 per day thereafter.Preparation at care facility $275 Certified Death Certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages $65 Doctors' cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved. $100 Cremation Based on crematorium & time of day $1,105 Hearse and driver $550 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Indicative cost (for crematorium chapel)
*Alternative costs apply for church or other location - see table below$6,009 Additional Costs (if required) Cemetery/Chapel Hire Depending on location from... $425 Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee $350 At cost Civil Celebrant From $605 Floral tribute Optional At cost Order of service booklets Optional (bookmarks & postcards also available) At cost Recording of service (+ livestream) This is for a professional recording with access to an edited version within 24 hours of the recording (with link provided). Free livestreaming offered is dependent on access to networks.
NB. Not required at crematorium chapel.At cost Special Urn/Scattering Tube Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from $113 Visual tribute Photos to be supplied by family;
Music to be chosen by family;
Visual presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals staff$150 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). $2,689 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 Transfer into our care (additional $140 for public holidays) $330 Care facility storage No charge for first week
$25 per day thereafterPreparation at care facility $275 Certified Death Certificate From Births Deaths and Marriages $65 Hearse and driver $550 Interment / grave-digging Prices start from $1,350.
Payable to the cemetery directly by the family.Burial plot / grave Prices vary significantly.
Payable to the cemetery directly by the family.There are a number of variables that affect the cemetery fees. These include which cemetery and section of the same has been chosen and whether the interment is above or below ground. Salvos Funerals can provide advice on the option. See information below for further details.
Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Excluding cemetery costs
Indicative cost$4,804 Additional Costs (If required) Additional staff required by Salvos Funerals to assist in carrying/lowering of coffin. Per person
NB. *Minimum of 2-4 people required from family/friends*$264 Cemetery/Chapel Hire Depending on location from... $425 Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee: $350 Civil Celebrant From... $605 Floral tribute Optional At cost Order of service booklets Optional (bookmarks & postcards also available) At cost Recording of service (+ livestream) 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 tribute Photos to be supplied by family;
Music to be chosen by family;
Visual presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals staff$150 Last updated: 14/03/2024 -
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. $850 Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost Transfer into our care (additional $140 for public holidays) $330 Preparation for Cremation $155 Certified death certificate From Births, Deaths, and Marriages $65 Doctors cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved $100 Direct cremation coffin (Daisy Box) $182 Transfer to Crematorium $165 Cremation Based on crematorium & time of day $985 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL $2,832 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) 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 -
Direct Cremation with Viewing
Description Notes Price (inc. GST) Viewing: Provides you with the opportunity to spend time with your loved one. Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army. Professional fee Subject to change (depending on location). $1,140 Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost Transfer into our care (additional $140 for public holidays) $330 Care facility storage No charge for first week
$25 per day thereafterPreparation at care facility $275 Certified death certificate From Births, Deaths and Marriages $65 Direct Cremation Coffin Daisy Box (with lace for viewing) $238 Doctors' Cremation Documents Not normally applicable if Coroner involved $100 Transfer to Crematorium $330 Cremation Based on crematorium & time of day $1,105 Viewing (at Bunurong - 1 hour) (Business Hours) $250 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Indicative cost $3,833 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) Special Urn / Scattering Tubes Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from $113 Last updated: 14/03/2024 -
Direct Cremation with Witness
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 Subject to change (depending on location) $1,140 Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost Transfer into our care (additional $140 for public holidays) $330 Care facility storage No charge for first week
$25 per day thereafterCertified death certificate From Births, Deaths, and Marriages $65 Direct Cremation Coffin (Daisy Box) Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved $182 Doctors' Cremation Documents Not normally applicable if Coroner involved $100 Preparation for cremation $155 Transfer to Crematorium $165 Cremation Based on crematorium & time of day $1,105 Witness cremation at cemetery Bunurong or Springvale (other cemetery options available)
*additional costs may apply, depending on cemetery$325 Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $275) TOTAL Indicative cost $3,567 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) Special Urn / Scattering Tubes Over 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from $113 Last updated: 14/03/2024
