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Sydney

Funeral Services in Sydney

Looking for a funeral service in Greater Sydney 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.

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Salvos Funerals offers a range of affordable options to suit your budget and needs. There are different types of arrangements you can choose from.

We have various options for:

  • Funerals (burial or cremation) – with the coffin present at a cemetery chapel, church, reception venue or other location
  • Basic funeral and cremation – available in Smeaton Grange (next to Narellan). It is for up to eight people only.
  • Direct Cremations – with no funeral service (viewing & witness cremation options available)
  • Personalised funeral – simple service or something more unique. It might take place in a church, chapel or other location and couple be followed by either a burial or cremation.
  • Prepaid Services (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 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 Sydney on (02) 9119 9010 to make an appointment.

A member of our team can see you at one of our Salvation Army locations across Greater Sydney in the comfort of your own home or at a location most convenient.

Contact us

Lachlan Walker
| Operations Manager, Sydney

Lachlan has been in the funeral industry for more than 4 years. He and his family have been involved with serving The Salvation Army in various roles, for more than 50 years.

“I love that we’re able to help people in need, often at times during the most vulnerable point in their lives”.

Russell Icardi
| Funeral Planner

With a background in rehabilitation support services, Russell is new to the funeral industry, having joined Salvos Funerals at the beginning of 2020.

“This industry has given me the opportunity to care for and support families through a difficult time and to hear heartfelt stories of remarkable lives lived”.

  • Marie

    “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!”

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.

We are also required by NSW Fair Trading to provide a Funeral Information Standard with our prices.

If you would like to review our catalogue and price list of coffins and caskets, please click here.

Sydney Pricing

  • Description

    Notes

    Price (incl. GST)
    Our fees This covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army.  
    Professional fee   $1,116
    Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost  
    Transfer into our care   $300
    Death certificate from Births Deaths and Marriages $60
    Direct cremation coffin   $150
    Doctors' cremation documents not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved $284
    Direct cremation includes making arrangements with the family and the team's involvement in organising the cremation and delivery of the ashes. $535
    Cremation urns (optional from $85) -
    Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $242)  

    TOTAL

    		 Indicative cost

    $2,445
      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.  

  • Description

    Notes

    Price (incl. 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. $1,870
         
    Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost  
    Small chapel For up to 8 people $50
    Transfer into our care   $300
    Care facility storage no charge for first week  
    Care facility storage and basic preparation   $300
    Certified Death Certificate from Births Deaths and Marriages $60
    Doctors' cremation documents Not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved $284
    Economy Coffin   $230
    Cremation After the funeral $535
    Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $242)  

    TOTAL

    		 Indicative cost

    $3,629
         

    Additional Options & Costs (if required)

    		    
    Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee 

    $350
    Viewing Optional (no charge)

    -
    Floral tribute Optional

    At cost
    Order of service booklets Optional

    At cost
    Livestreaming of Service Optional (no charge)

    -
    Special Urn/Scattering Tube Various options from...

    $85

  • Description

    Notes

    Price (incl. 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. $2,780
    Coffin (Richmond model - standard size)

    ideal for funeral service - see full range here

    		 $795
         
    Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost  
    Transfer into our care   $300
    Care facility storage   $220
    Preparation at care facility   $223
    Certified Death Certificate from Births Deaths and Marriages $60
    Doctors' cremation documents not normally applicable when the Coroner is involved $284
    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 - $242)  

    TOTAL

    		 Indicative cost (for crematorium chapel)
    *Alternative costs apply for church or other location - see table below

    $6,087
         

    Alternative Costs (if required)

    		    

    Cremation

    		 After a service at a church or other location.
    (alternative cost applies for crematorium chapel - see above)    		 $535
    Hearse and driver Required for service at a church or other location.

    $580
    Additional Costs (If required)  

     
    Memorial books and recorded music No charge

    -
    Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee:

    $350
    Floral tribute Optional - from...

    $330
    Order of service booklets Optional - from...

    $245
    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
    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
    Special Urn/Scattering Tube Various options from...

    $85
       

     
    Additional Notes  

     
     

    Early Delivery & Coffin In Place:

    Families wanting a funeral at a crematorium but looking to minimise the cost can choose to have the “coffin in place” prior to the service starting. Please speak to your Arranger for further informaion.

    		  
     

    Memorial Service:

    If you would like us to assist with a memorial service (where no coffin is present), we can arrange this at a reduced cost than the pricing listed above.

    If this option is of interest, please contact us for further information.

    		  
     

    Service within a church premises:

    If a funeral takes place in a church building, a donation to the church may be requested for use of the premises. This is in addition to the donation for the person officiating.

    		  

  • Description

    Notes

    Price (incl. 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. $2,780
    Coffin (Richmond model - standard size)

    ideal for funeral service - see full range here

    		 $795
         
    Disbursements Charged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost  
    Transfer into our care   $300
    Care facility storage   $220
    Preparation at care facility See note below (above-ground burial fees) for interment in crypt or mausoleum $223
    Certified Death Certificate from Births Deaths and Marriages $60
    Hearse and driver   $580
    Interment / grave-digging Prices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below).  
    Early delivery and coffin in place Prices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below).  
    Pre-paid administration fee (if applicable - $242)  

    TOTAL

    		 Indicative cost

    $4,958
         
    Additional Costs (If required)  

     
    Memorial books and recorded music No charge

    -
    Clergy/Celebrant Optional - average fee:

    $350
    Floral tribute Optional - from...

    $330
    Order of service booklets Optional - from...

    $245
    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
    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
       

     
    Additional Notes  

     
     

    Choosing A Cemetery:

    When finding a cemetery, families tend to choose one that is close to where they live. Council-owned cemeteries and cemeteries outside of Sydney tend to be the least expensive option.

    		  
     

    Payment of cemetery fees:

    Interment / grave-digging and burial plot are payable to the cemetery directly by the family.

    		  
     

    Service within a church premises:

    If a funeral takes place in a church building, a donation to the church may be requested for use of the premises. This is in addition to the donation for the person officiating.

    		  
     

    Above-ground burial fees:

    When interment is in a family crypt or mausoleum, there are specific additional fees that apply.

    Whilst a Richmond coffin can be used, a solid hardwood timber coffin such as a Sienna coffin is recommended for a greater assurance of longevity - see our coffin and casket catalogue here. Cemetery fees vary significantly.

    		  

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