Affordable Burials
If a simple and affordable burial is your wish or that of your deceased loved one, I can accommodate this. This service consists of a straightforward and respectful graveside ceremony, which I or someone of your choosing can lead. Sometimes families simply gather together without a formal service.
Whatever your preference, I take great pride in providing a fully professional and supportive service to the family, ensuring that the occasion is meaningful and respectful.
Remember these 4 things:
- Saving costs does not lessen the significance of anything or anyone.
- What is most important to you, your family, and friends?
- Don’t let stress or worry become overwhelming.
- Sometimes simple is best.
Simple Burial Services $2288.00 (includes GST)
This price is all-inclusive and covers everything you will need for a burial. However the price does not include the plot or the cost of interment, as these can vary between cemeteries, and some plots may already be paid for.Our low-cost burial service at the gravesite can accommodate groups of all sizes. As the body is not embalmed, the burial should take place within a few days.We offer natural burials using our untreated plywood caskets. Below is an example of the coffin we use. We have only one type of coffin, which is included in the price.This is what the inclusive price covers:- Me being personally available to you 24/7
- Meeting with you and your family to complete all the necessary paperwork
- Transferring your deceased loved one into our care
- A wooden casket
- All transportation
- Collecting all necessary paperwork
- Coordinating with the local council
- Graveside service (if desired)
- The death certificate
- A local newspaper notice
- Coordinating the entire process to minimize stress and burden for you and your family
- Please note:– This does not include plot and interment costs. This is because sometimes people already have a plot, and the prices vary between cemeteries.
Natural Burials
At SDF, we embrace the beauty of a natural farewell, honoring those who seek a return to the earth. Our commitment is to provide a green alternative that nurtures the earth, sustaining life even in death.
The absence of embalming creates a serene connection to nature, reflecting the simplicity of life well-lived.
We choose untreated plywood, reminiscent of days gone by, allowing families the joy of personalizing the coffin with loving touches that tell a story.
One other option is the “coffin tray,” cradling the person in a gentle shroud. This method respects the natural decay process, allowing the body to gracefully return to the soil.
While time may be delicate, it remains a heartfelt choice, embodying love and respect. Feel free to bring a shroud or blanket that holds special memories. This personal touch creates a heartfelt atmosphere, celebrating the life of your loved one with warmth.
I am here to assist in wrapping your loved one, ensuring a tender farewell without unnecessary movement. Together, we can ensure this final act is one of peace and reverence, surrounded by nature’s embrace. This will be done with care and immediacy, preserving the sanctity of the moment.
Natural burials come with no additional cost, allowing meangingful goodbyes.
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Each natural burial reflects a deep respect for the cycle of life, encouraging eco-friendly practices for future generations.
Did you know... ?
One Plot – Multiple People
Did you know that you can purchase a plot at Marsden Cemetery (and likely at most cemeteries) where two coffins can be buried in a single plot?
Moreover, you can have up to 10 sets of ashes interred in the same plot.
Therefore, in theory, the cost of one plot could accommodate a family plot for 12 people. There would, of course, be interment fees for each individual. However, when you compare that to purchasing individual urn plots, say at $400 each as an example, the savings are substantial, and the entire family is in one location.