When permitted we create a memorial to those we have had the honour of remembering. We encourage messages of remembrance to be left for their families.
“A Celebration of Life” In Loving Memory of Betty Catherine Smith 15 April 1927 to 26 March 2024 Loved wife of Jake (deceased). Cherished Mum of Jan, Denice, Miriam & Glenda. Adored Nana to 11 grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren & 3 great great grandies. Family and Friends are invited to a Celebration of Life for … Read more
Funeral directors play a crucial role in ensuring that the final farewell for a loved one is carried out with care, dignity, and respect. They serve as guides and support systems for grieving families during one of the most challenging times in their lives. In this comprehensive exploration of the Role of a Funeral Director, … Read more
In Loving Memory of Adeline Della Leat.Dell passed away peacefully on Thursday, 10th November 2022, aged 96 Years. Loving Wife of Stephen (recently deceased). Treasured Mother of Anthony, Christopher and their Partners. Adored Grandmother of Daniel, Maree, Stephen and Matilda.Cherished Great-Grandmother of Chaise, Audrey, Harrison, Ryan and Marisha.Beloved Friend to many. Dell will be laid to rest … Read more
In Loving Memory OfClancy Holmes Passed away 12th June 2017Aged 29 Years Loving son of Daniel and Helen.Loving step-son of Mandy.Treasured brother to Anna, Duncan, Ben, Helena, Thomas, Matilda and Angus.Loving Grandson of William and Gay; Joe and Helen.Dear Nephew to his Aunts and Uncles. All are invited to remember Clancy atMt Thompson Memorial ParkWest ChapelNursery … Read more
Gary Leonard Clayton Passed away peacefully May 29 2017 Aged 62 years Loving Son of Joyce and Leonard. Beloved husband of Viv. Treasured father of Rohan and Bec, Nathan and Kylie, Guy, Bryce and Haylee, and Alicia. Adored Poppy of Jed, Sacha, Jordy and Brodie. All are invited to Gary’s Memorial Service at 5 Ravenswood Crt, … Read more
HAMMOND, Judith Ann Passed away peacefully 21st May 2017. Aged 77 Years Loving Wife of Ken (dec’d). Loving Mother of Karl, Jacqueline and Angela. Treasured Nana of Jeanette, Alex, Dayna, Ethan and Bella. Loved Sister of Richard, Jill and Bob. All are invited to Celebrate Judith’s Life at Great Southern Memorial Park, Mt Cotton Road, … Read more
Scattering Ashes Rules and Regulations – Last week we had the honour of being a part of an ashes scattering ceremony at Noosa. What a beautiful final resting place. Many people ask us about the regulations and requirements around scattering ashes. Can I scatter ashes on public land or in the bush? Can I scatter … Read more
Why provide a dove release for a funeral or memorial service? Sometimes we need to be given permission to focus on the simplistic beauty of nature. The white dove is a symbol of peace. Cherish Funerals conduct these symbolic dove releases for you as a family. You can have the opportunity to cradle the dove … Read more
Dogs grieve too. We had the absolute honour of meeting Stanley last week. He came into our funeral home to say a final farewell to his owner. The two have been together since Stanley was a little pup. The owner’s granddaughter brought Stanley in. He had been fretting at home and she thought that it … Read more
Here is some practical advise on how to help a grieving friend. Grief, love and loss are entwined with a myriad of emotions from loss to the injustice of death. It is at these times that we need our friends to provide support, comfort, guidance and hope. Below is a list of practical ways on … Read more