Saying goodbye is never easy, but we’re here to help you through it. We’ll help you plan a funeral your loved one would be proud of.
The days following a loved one’s passing can be filled with uncertainty. Our dedicated funeral directors are here to support you through this process. When it’s time to organise a funeral, we’ll ensure you feel empowered to make thoughtful, practical choices about your loved one’s farewell.
The funeral should be as special and unique as your loved one.
At Le Pine Funerals, we’ve been helping families across Victoria plan meaningful farewells for over 130 years. These resources will help you understand what’s involved in planning a funeral.
Create a special funeral service as unique as your loved one.
Helpful tips to prepare you for saying goodbye.
Learn why having a farewell helps us cope with grief and heal from loss.
Our funeral directors share their stories for your inspiration.
Spending a final moment with your loved one before the funeral.
Understand what you can and can’t do with your loved one’s ashes.
To help spark some ideas for a special tribute to your loved one.
Take a breath, call a loved one and know that you’re not alone. When you’re ready, you’ll need to notify their doctor to issue a cause of death certificate and contact a funeral director to arrange for your loved one to be transferred into their care until the funeral. See the checklist in the link below to learn what to do next.
Your funeral director will step you through the process at a pace you’re comfortable with. The main planning phase begins at the first meeting, where you’ll make some key decisions, including the location and date of the funeral. As a starting point, download our free funeral planning guide.
Our experienced team will help you make thoughtful, practical decisions, even if you’re not entirely sure of your loved one’s wishes. We’ll explain the various options, such as burial vs cremation, coffin or casket, and holding a viewing or not.
It’s a good idea to bring a close friend or family member for support. If you can, try to bring along your loved one’s birth certificate, any documentation of their wishes including prepaid funeral plans, a recent photo of them and the clothes you’d like them to be dressed in.
Speak to a Le Pine funeral specialist today. We’re here to help you navigate the next step.
