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 Care for
Kurri Kurri Families
Kurri Kurri Families
When a loved one passes away, there can be many arrangements to consider while you and your family take time to grieve. From deciding on the type of farewell to choosing a cemetery or service location, having someone to guide you through the options can provide reassurance along the way.
For more than 100 years, Meighans Funerals has supported families throughout Kurri Kurri, the Hunter Valley and surrounding communities. Our experienced funeral directors can answer your questions, discuss the choices available and assist with the practical details of arranging a funeral.
Every family has their own wishes and traditions. We take the time to listen and understand what matters to you and your loved one.
Cremation can be arranged in different ways, depending on what feels right for your family. You may choose to hold a funeral service beforehand, arrange a private cremation or bring family and friends together for a memorial at a later time.
Our team can explain the available options and take care of the arrangements, allowing you to focus on your family.
- Funeral services followed by cremation
Private Cremation
- Memorial services after cremation
For families choosing burial, we can assist with cemetery arrangements, documentation and organising the funeral service.
There are many ways to make a burial personal, from choosing meaningful music and readings to including photographs, flowers and family tributes. Religious and cultural traditions can also be incorporated.
Bishops Bridge Anglican Cemetery
Morpeth Cemetery and Columbarium
East Maitland Cemetery
Newcastle Memorial Park Cemetery
Minmi Cemetery
Sandgate Cemetery
Direct Cremation
A straightforward and private choice
For some families, a formal funeral service may not be what they want at the time of cremation. Direct cremation provides a private alternative, with the opportunity to hold a memorial or gathering at a later date.
This can give family and friends time to come together when it feels right for them.
Potential Venues
Church of the Holy Spirit
100 Barton St, Kurri Kurri 2327
Meighans Funeral Chapel
128 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow 2292
St Paul’s Catholic Church
10 Young St, Rutherford 2320
St Joseph’s Catholic Church
New England Highway, East Maitland 2323
Mercy Convent Chapel
30 Queen St, Singleton 2331
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 say goodbye. Families in Kurri Kurri may choose a traditional funeral, a smaller gathering or a service centred around the memories and relationships that made their loved one special.
Personal touches such as favourite music, photographs, flowers, readings, videos and stories can help make the service meaningful. Where important to your family, religious, cultural and personal traditions can also be incorporated.
Our funeral directors can help coordinate the details while giving you the space to make the decisions that feel right for your family.
Planning for the Future
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
“Give your family clarity by putting your wishes in place.”
- Available 24/7
- Transparent Pricing
- Local Family Business
Planning your funeral in advance gives you time to think about your preferences and talk through your wishes with those closest to you.
A prepaid funeral plan can be arranged for burial, cremation or direct cremation, allowing your chosen arrangements to be documented in advance.
Our team can explain the pre-planning process, answer your questions and help you understand the options available throughout Kurri Kurri, Maitland and surrounding areas.
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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.
