What is embalming?

Embalming is the process of chemically treating a human body in order to disinfect and preserve the body. A trained Embalmer carries out this procedure when it is required. Circumstances where embalming may be needed include:

• A longer than average delay between death and the funeral.
• Transfer of deceased overseas or even interstate
• Above ground burials in a crypt or vault
• Improving the appearance of the deceased for a viewing

If you have any questions about embalming or other mortuary procedures our qualified embalmers are always willing to discuss these matters with you.

Should there be a viewing?

Viewing the deceased is a very personal decision. This can be a very emotional time; however, in our experience we have seen many benefits. A viewing not only helps the bereaved to face the reality of death but it also allows for quiet times of reflection and good-byes.

Most viewings are held at our funeral homes with staff available to offer support.

Death or Burial away from home

With more and more people travelling these days it is important to know what to do if death occurs outside your local area. Should you encounter this situation you only need to call us. We are an Australian company with associated funeral homes around the country. We also have links with the world's largest funeral company, these circumstances present no difficulties as we can make arrangements anywhere in the world. This is an area our company specialises in.

Similarly, many members of our community from other countries send their loved ones back to their homeland for burial. This entails many hours of preparation, liaison with various Australian Government Departments as well as liaison with the Consulate General of their native homeland. All of this is administered by the funeral director, who will convey all documentation in accordance with the Governments concerned.

Flowers are a matter of personal choice. From a single red rose to large floral arrangements, flowers can be an important and symbolic part of a funeral. Your Funeral Director can organise floral tributes for you. They are delivered to their premises, and looked after before being taken to the funeral service. Your Funeral Director will collect the cards and return them to you, so they can be acknowledged at a later date. They can also organise the distribution of floral tributes to hospitals or nursing homes after the funeral if you wish.

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