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Sydney
Call (02) 9119 9010

Central Coast to Newcastle
Call (02) 4300 3023

Greater Illawarra Region
Call (02) 9119 9010

Melbourne
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Mornington Peninsula
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Canberra and Region
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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 10-12 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.

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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 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!”

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

  • Direct Cremation (With No Funeral Service)

    Description Notes Price (inc. GST)
    Our feesThis covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army.
    Professional feeIncludes arranging the direct cremation.$1,300
    DisbursementsCharged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost
    Transfer into our careAdditional $175 for public holidays.
    Additional charges apply for regional areas    		$330
    Death certificateFrom Births, Deaths and Marriages$65
    Direct cremation coffin$150
    Doctors cremation documentsNot normally applicable when the Coroner is involved$110
    Direct cremation$535
    Pre-paid administration fee(if applicable - $275)
    TOTALIndicative 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 TubesOver 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from$113
    Postage of AshesVia 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

  • Basic Funeral & Cremation

    Description Notes Price (inc. GST)
    Our feesThis covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army.
    Professional feeIncludes 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).$2,080
    DisbursementsCharged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours).
    Small chapelFor up to 10-12 people.$50
    Transfer into our careAdditional $175 for public holidaysAdditional charges apply for regional areas$330
    Care facility storage and basic preparation$300
    Certified Death CertificateFrom Births Deaths and Marriages$65
    Doctors' cremation documentsNot normally applicable when the Coroner is involved.$110
    Economy Coffin$230
    CremationAfter the funeral$535
    Pre-paid administration fee(if applicable - $275)
    TOTALIndicative cost$3,700
    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 TubesOver 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from$113
    Postage of AshesVia 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: 20/03/2024

  • Personalised Funeral & Cremation

    Description Notes Price (inc. GST)
    Our feesThis covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army.
    Professional feeIncludes 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 musicNo charge
    DisbursementsCharged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours).
    Transfer into our careAdditional $175 for public holidays
    Additional charges apply for regional areas    		$330
    Care facility storage$220
    Preparation at care facility$215
    Certified Death CertificateFrom Births Deaths and Marriages$65
    Doctors' cremation documentsNot normally applicable when the Coroner is involved.$110
    Crematorium chapel hire and cremationPrice depends on the location chosen - indicative cost only$1,250
    Early delivery and coffin in placeAt crematorium chapel (See 'Early Delivery & Coffin In Place' below)$175
    Pre-paid administration fee(if applicable - $275)
    TOTALIndicative 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/CelebrantOptional - average fee:$400
    Floral tributeSmall 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 bookletsOptional - from…$352
    Visual/Photo tributePhotos to be supplied by family;
    Music to be chosen by family;
    Visual/photo presentation for service put together by Salvos Funerals    		$150
    Postage of AshesVia 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 TubeOver 1,000 options, such as a scattering tube from$113
    Last updated: 14/03/2024

  • Personalised Funeral & Burial

    Description Notes Price (inc. GST)
    Our feesThis covers the cost of operating Salvos Funerals and our contribution back to the work of The Salvation Army.
    Professional feeIncludes 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 musicNo charge
    DisbursementsCharged at cost or a reasonable estimate of cost (Additional charges may apply for weekend/after hours).
    Transfer into our careAdditional $175 for public holidays
    Additional charges apply for regional areas    		$330
    Care facility storage$220
    Preparation at care facilitySee note below (above-ground burial fees) for interment in crypt or mausoleum$215
    Certified Death CertificateFrom Births Deaths and Marriages$65
    Hearse and driver$580
    Interment / grave-diggingPrices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below).
    Burial plot / gravePrices will vary depending on location (See 'Choosing A Cemetery' below).
    Pre-paid administration fee(if applicable - $275)
    TOTALIndicative 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/CelebrantOptional - average fee:$400
    Floral tributeSmall Casket Cover (other options available)$330
    Order of service bookletsOptional - 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 tributePhotos 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

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