Funeral Services Dunedin

Q: Should I choose burial or cremation?

Most funerals today are followed by cremation, though burial remains an option for many families. We’ll explain both choices and guide you through what feels right for your situation.

Q: Who can lead the funeral service – a celebrant or clergy?

You may choose a celebrant, a faith leader, or even a family member to lead the service. We’ll support you in finding the right person to reflect your loved one’s life.

Q: Can we spend time with our loved one before the funeral?

Many families find comfort in visiting their loved one before the service. Our private lounges provide a peaceful setting for these moments.

Q: What is mortuary care?

Our qualified embalmers provide respectful care and preparation, ensuring your loved one is presented with dignity.

Q: Can we choose our own flowers, music, and readings?

Yes – personal touches like favourite songs, meaningful readings, or floral tributes make each service unique and memorable.

Q: How do I get a death certificate?

We register the death on your behalf and arrange for the official certificate to be sent directly to you.

Q: What if my loved one needs to be returned from overseas?

If repatriation is required, we’ll guide you through the legal and practical steps to return your loved one home with care.

Q: Is there financial assistance for funeral costs?

Yes – we can advise on support from Work and Income (WINZ), ACC, or other sources, as well as compassionate airfares some airlines offer for immediate family.

Every funeral is different, just like every life. At Hope and Sons we provide all the elements needed to create a farewell that is personal, meaningful, and respectful. From the smallest details to the larger arrangements, our role is to guide and support your family every step of the way.

Services we provide

We bring together every aspect of the funeral service – caskets and urns, keepsakes, catering, vehicles, music, and venues. You can choose as much or as little as you need, knowing we’ll take care of the details with professionalism and compassion.

Personalising the Funeral

A funeral can be made up of many meaningful elements. You may wish to include some or all of the following:

Select a Venue

From our modern chapel to community halls, churches, or personal locations, we’ll help find the right setting. View our Venues.

Casket, Urn & Keepsakes

Choose from a wide range of styles, eco-options, or keepsake jewellery. View our options.

Celebrant or Clergy

A celebrant, faith leader, or family member can lead the service; we’ll support whichever choice feels right.

Music and Readings

Favourite songs, hymns, or readings add personal meaning and set the tone of the farewell.

Flowers

Floral tributes can be traditional or unique, from casket sprays to something symbolic of your loved one’s life.

Slideshow or Video Tribute

Our multimedia services helps share memories and stories with friends and family, whether in person or via livestream. View Multimedia.

Vehicles

From a modern hearse to vintage and unique options, we’ll help you choose a fitting final journey. View our Vehicles options.

Catering & Refreshments

Catering gives space for family and friends to connect and share memories after the service. View our Catering Services.

Livestreaming

We understand that not being able to be present at a funeral service can be stressful, this is why we offer live streaming and recording the funeral. View Livestreaming & Funeral Notices.

Every detail is optional – what matters most is creating a farewell that feels authentic to your loved one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I choose burial or cremation?

Who can lead the funeral service – a celebrant or clergy?

Can we spend time with our loved one before the funeral?

What is mortuary care?

Can we choose our own flowers, music, and readings?

How do I get a death certificate?

What if my loved one needs to be returned from overseas?

Is there financial assistance for funeral costs?

Every family is unique, and every funeral should be too

Call us on 03 455 5074 or contact us online – together, we’ll create the right farewell.

Explore More Services

Funeral Services

From music and flowers to catering and transport, we’ll help shape every detail of the day

Caskets, Urns & Keepsakes

Choose from a wide range of caskets, urns, and keepsakes designed with care.

Catering & Refreshments

From our Kennedy Lounge to offsite venues, we offer catering to bring people together.

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Multimedia Services

From music and flowers to catering and transport, we’ll help shape every detail of the day

Hearse & Vehicles

Choose from a wide range of caskets, urns, and keepsakes designed with care.

Cremation Services

From our Kennedy Lounge to offsite venues, we offer catering to bring people together.

Pre-plan a Funeral

From music and flowers to catering and transport, we’ll help shape every detail of the day

Eco-friendly Funerals

Choose from a wide range of caskets, urns, and keepsakes designed with care.

Immediate Help

From our Kennedy Lounge to offsite venues, we offer catering to bring people together.