Why Choose Meighans?
More Than a Century of Experience
With generations of experience behind us, our funeral directors understand that every family approaches a farewell differently. We provide clear information, practical assistance and compassionate guidance throughout the arrangements.
Clear & Transparent Pricing
Understanding the costs involved can make funeral planning easier. We provide clear information about the available options and associated arrangements, helping you make decisions with a better understanding of what to expect.
Here Around the Clock
Our funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, providing assistance when you need it and helping with arrangements at every stage of the process.
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Funeral Support for Families in Merewether
Losing someone close can bring many decisions at a time when there is already a lot to process. Meighans Funerals provides caring, practical assistance to families in Merewether, Newcastle and surrounding communities.
As a family owned and locally operated funeral home with more than 100 years of experience, we can assist with all aspects of a funeral, including cremation, burial, memorial services and celebrations of life. Our funeral directors take the time to explain the available choices and help coordinate the arrangements according to your wishes.
Whether you require immediate assistance or would like to discuss planning a funeral in advance, our team is available to provide guidance whenever you need it.
There are a number of ways a cremation can be arranged, depending on the wishes of the person being remembered and those closest to them.
Some families choose to hold a funeral service before the cremation, while others may prefer a smaller or private arrangement. Meighans Funerals can explain the available options and coordinate the practical details from beginning to end.
Our experienced funeral directors manage each stage of the cremation process, keeping you informed while ensuring the arrangements are handled with care and respect.
- Funeral services followed by cremation
Private Cremation
- Memorial services after cremation
For families choosing burial, we can assist with the practical arrangements involved, including cemetery coordination, documentation and organising the funeral service.
There are many ways to create a personal burial service, from choosing meaningful music and flowers to including photographs, readings and family tributes. We can also assist with religious and cultural funeral arrangements where particular customs or traditions are important
We can arrange burials at cemeteries and memorial parks across Newcastle and the surrounding areas, subject to availability and cemetery requirements.
Whitebridge Cemetery
Minmi Cemetery
Wallsend Cemetery
Sandgate Cemetery
Stockton Cemetery
Belmont Cemetery
Direct Cremation
A simple alternative to a formal service
Not every family wishes to hold a funeral ceremony at the time of cremation. Direct cremation offers a more straightforward option, with the arrangements taking place privately.
Choosing direct cremation also leaves families free to decide how they would like to remember their loved one. A memorial service, family gathering or celebration of life can be held at a later time if preferred.
Places to Hold a Funeral or Memorial
St Joseph’s Catholic Church
Kenrick St, The Junction 2291
Christ the King Catholic Church
380 Maitland Rd, Mayfield West 2304
Sacred Heart Cathedral
841 Hunter St, Newcastle West 2303
St Kevin’s Catholic Church
226 Main Rd, Cardiff 2285
St Peter’s Catholic Church
13 Dunbar St, Stockton 2295
St Patrick’s Catholic Church
11 Macquarie St, Wallsend 2287
Meighans Funeral Chapel
128 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow 2292
Honouring Their Life and Memory
There is no single way to celebrate or remember a life. A funeral can be traditional, intimate, simple or personalised around the things that made someone special.
Our funeral directors can help you include details that hold meaning, such as photographs, music, flowers, readings, videos and personal stories. We can also accommodate religious, cultural and family traditions that are important to you.
Whether the service is a quiet gathering or brings together a larger group of family and friends, we can help coordinate the arrangements and ensure the farewell is conducted with care and respect.
Planning a Funeral in Advance
- Available 24/7
- Transparent Pricing
- Local Family Business
Making funeral arrangements ahead of time gives you the opportunity to consider your wishes without having to make decisions during a period of grief.
A prepaid funeral plan can be arranged for burial, cremation or direct cremation, with your preferences documented in advance.
Our team can explain how prepaid funeral planning works, talk through the available options and answer any questions you may have.
“Your story, your way”
Why Plan Ahead?
Lock in Today’s Prices: Protect against future price increases
Record Your Wishes: Have confidence that your wishes will be followed
Secure Fund Management: Trusted advice and secure financial arrangements
Reduce Family Stress: Help relieve the burden on loved ones during a difficult time
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Funeral Pricing & Plans
Transparent pricing with no hidden costs. We believe every family deserves a dignified farewell regardless of budget.
Bare Essentials
Starts from (Incl Govt Levy)
$3,750.00 inc GST
Private cremation, no funeral service
Includes:
Professional fee
- Transfer of your loved one into care (business hours, local area)
Care of your loved one in our mortuary facilities
Arrangement meeting with an experienced funeral director
Cremation coffin
Medical certificates & cremation permits
Cremation fee
Ashes available for collection from funeral home
Official death certificate from Births, Deaths & Marriages
Personalised Extras:
Memorialisation & urns
- Viewing of your loved one (available on request)
Memorial Service
Starts from (Incl Govt Levy)
$5,999.00 inc GST
A non-attended cremation followed by a chapel memorial service.
Includes:
Professional service fee
- Transfer of your loved one into care (business hours, local area)
- Care of your loved one in our mortuary facilities
- Arrangement meeting with an experienced funeral director
- Viewing of your loved one (available on request)
Cremation coffin
Memorial service planning fee
- Booking of our chapel for the service
Medical certificates & cremation permits
Cremation fee
Ashes available for collection from funeral home
Official death certificate from Births, Deaths & Marriages
Personalised Extras:
- Celebrant or Clergy
- Printed stationary (e.g. order of service booklet or memorial book)
- Photo tribute slideshow
- Floral arrangements
- Memorialisation & urns
Chapel Service
Starts from (Incl Govt Levy)
$8,657.30 inc GST
A service held in our chapel followed by cremation
Includes:
Professional service fee
- Transfer of your loved one into care (business hours, local area)
Care of your loved one in our mortuary facilities
Arrangement meeting with an experienced funeral director
- Viewing of your loved one (available on request)
- Funeral service coffin
- Booking of our chapel for the service
Medical certificates & cremation permits
Cremation fee
Ashes available for collection from funeral home
Official death certificate from Births, Deaths & Marriages
Personalised Extras:
- Coffin or casket upgrade
- Celebrant or Clergy
- Printed stationary (e.g. order of service booklet or memorial book)
- Photo tribute slideshow
- Floral arrangements
- Memorialisation & urns
Let Us Help Your Family
Whether you need immediate assistance or would like to discuss pre-planning options, our experienced team is here to support you with compassion and professionalism.
