Every life is unique, so every celebration of life should be, too.

Whether a death is sudden or expected, the loss of a loved one is indescribable. When you are in a heightened emotional state, even the most basic decisions can seem staggering. This section seeks to guide you through the immediate hours following a passing.

When Death Occurs at Home:

We understand that sometimes the passing of a loved one may be sudden and unexpected while for others it may be in the comfort of their own home with familiar surroundings. We encourage you to call Keatings Funerals to seek advice when your loved one passes at home.

When Death Occurs in a Nursing Home:

The nursing home staff may ask if your loved one has a preferred Funeral Director organised. Therefore, it is advisable to ensure that this is discussed and understood by members of the family for when this need arises.

When Death Occurs in a Hospital:

You are welcome to contact Keatings Funerals when you are ready to begin organising the funeral arrangements after your loved one has passed on.

How We Can Assist You:

  • Guidance, care and attention from a team of professionally trained staff at all times.

  • Arranging for the transfer of your loved one into our care whether that be from a private home, a nursing home or hospital, any hour of any day.

  • Our professionally trained staff can organise funerals locally, intrastate and interstate.

  • At a convenient time and place, we can meet with you to discuss the funeral arrangements and details for the service.

  • Arrange all legal documentation necessary for the funeral process to occur.

  • Preparation of death registration and lodging with the Registry of Births, Deaths and Marriages.

  • Provision of specialist mortuary care by experienced and qualified staff.

  • Arranging all the choices that a family have made, namely the arrangement of a church, a chapel, crematorium, cemetery, minister or celebrant.

  • Provision of coffin or casket, floral tributes, memorial attendance book, catering, placement of death or funeral notices in newspapers, liaison with clubs and other organisations.

  • Assistance in arranging of music or special requests that are required for the funeral ceremony.

  • We can arrange for a photo tribute to be played during the funeral service and order of service booklets to be designed and printed.

  • Personal attendance of professional staff for the funeral ceremony as necessary.

  • If needed we can put you into contact with support groups and counselling professionals, who can help you cope with your grief.

  • Live streaming of the funeral service.