Why Choose Meighans?
More Than 100 Years of Experience
Generational Experience
Clear & Transparent Pricing
No Hidden Costs
Around the Clock Care
Available 24/7
Family Owned, Locally Operated
Genuine Local Care
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Funeral Support in East Maitland
When a family experiences a loss, there are often practical matters that need attention alongside the emotional side of saying goodbye. Deciding how you would like to farewell someone, where the service will take place and whether burial or cremation is preferred can all be part of the process.
Meighans Funerals brings more than 100 years of experience to families throughout East Maitland, Maitland and surrounding communities. Our funeral directors can assist with the arrangements, explain the choices available and provide caring support from the initial planning through to the day of the funeral.
Every family is different, and we take the time to understand what is important to you and your loved one.
Cremation can be arranged with a funeral service beforehand, as a private arrangement or with family and friends coming together for a memorial afterwards.
Our team can discuss the different possibilities with you and manage the arrangements on your behalf, giving you space to focus on your family.
- Funeral services followed by cremation
Private Cremation
- Memorial services after cremation
Choosing burial provides an opportunity for family and friends to come together and honour a loved one’s life. Meighans can assist with cemetery arrangements, documentation and coordinating the funeral service.
Services can be personalised with music, readings, photographs, flowers and tributes, as well as religious or cultural traditions that are meaningful to your family.
East Maitland Cemetery
Morpeth Cemetery and Columbarium
Newcastle Memorial Park Cemetery
Bishops Bridge Anglican Cemetery
Sandgate Cemetery
Minmi Cemetery
Direct Cremation
A straightforward and private choice
Direct cremation is an option for families who prefer to keep arrangements private and do not wish to hold a funeral service at the time of cremation.
A memorial or gathering can be considered later, allowing family and friends to come together when the time feels right.
Potential Venues
St Joseph’s Catholic Church
New England Highway, East Maitland 2323
Meighans Funeral Chapel
128 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow 2292
Mercy Convent Chapel
30 Queen St, Singleton 2331
St Paul’s Catholic Church
10 Young St, Rutherford 2320
Church of the Holy Spirit
100 Barton St, Kurri Kurri 2327
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Anderson Dr & Delprat Ave, Beresfield NSW 2322
St Joseph’s Catholic Church
2 Cumberlans St, Cessnock 2325
Celebrating a Life, Your Way
There is no single way to celebrate someone’s life. Families in East Maitland and Maitland may choose a traditional funeral, a smaller gathering or a service that incorporates personal elements that hold special meaning.
Photographs, favourite music, readings, flowers, videos and stories can all help tell the story of a loved one. Religious, cultural and family traditions can also form an important part of the farewell.
Our funeral directors can help bring these details together, providing practical assistance while giving your family the freedom to create a service that feels appropriate.
Planning in Advance
Plan now, give your family clarity later
Pre-planning gives you the chance to think about your funeral wishes before they are needed. You can consider the type of farewell you would like, talk through your choices with your family and document your preferences for the future.
A prepaid funeral plan can be arranged for burial, cremation or direct cremation, helping you put your chosen arrangements in place ahead of time.
Our team can answer your questions, explain how pre-paid planning works and provide information for families in East Maitland, Maitland and surrounding areas.
- Available 24/7
- Transparent Pricing
- Local Family Business
Why Plan Ahead?
Lock in Today’s Prices: Protect against future price increases
Secure Fund Management: Trusted advice and secure financial arrangements
Record Your Wishes: Have confidence that your wishes will be followed
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.
