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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Caring Support for Raymond Terrace Families
For families in Raymond Terrace, saying goodbye can look different for everyone. Some may want a traditional funeral with family and friends, while others may prefer a private cremation or a more personal celebration of life.
For more than 100 years, Meighans Funerals has been part of the funeral profession, helping families make arrangements that reflect their loved one, their traditions and their wishes. We provide support across Raymond Terrace, Port Stephens and surrounding areas, taking care of the details while giving families time to focus on what matters.
From the first conversation through to the farewell, our team is here to answer your questions and help you make informed choices.
There are different ways to arrange a cremation, depending on what feels appropriate for your family. You may wish to hold a funeral service beforehand, choose a private cremation or gather with family and friends for a memorial at a later date.
Our funeral directors can explain the available options and coordinate the arrangements with care.
- Funeral services followed by cremation
Private Cremation
- Memorial services after cremation
For families choosing burial, Meighans can assist with cemetery arrangements, documentation and the coordination of the funeral service.
A burial service can include personal elements such as photographs, flowers, music, readings and family tributes, while religious, cultural and family traditions can also be included where appropriate.
Nelson Bay Cemetery
Belmont Cemetery
All Saints Anglican Church
Carumbah Memorial Gardens Cemetery
Lake Macquarie Memorial Park
Minmi Cemetery
Direct Cremation
A straightforward and private choice
For families who do not wish to hold a formal service at the time of cremation, direct cremation offers a simpler alternative.
Loved ones can choose to remember the person privately or hold a memorial, family gathering or celebration of life at a later time.
Potential Venues
St Brigid’s Catholic Church
65 William St, Raymond Terrace 2324
Meighans Funeral Chapel
128 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow 2292
St Michael’s Catholic Church
12 Sproule St, Nelson Bay 2315
Lighthouse Baptist Church
19 Government Rd, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
All Saints Anglican Church
29 Tomaree St, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church
Anderson Dr & Delprat Ave, Beresfield NSW 2322
St Patrick’s Catholic Church
213 Nortcote Ave, Swansea 2281
Celebrating a Life, Your Way
A funeral in Raymond Terrace can be shaped around the personality, relationships and memories of the person being remembered. For some families, this may mean a traditional service, while others may prefer a smaller or more relaxed gathering.
Personal touches such as favourite songs, photographs, flowers, readings, videos and stories can help create a meaningful tribute. Religious, cultural and family traditions can also be included where they are important to your family.
Our funeral directors can help coordinate each part of the service, providing guidance while allowing your family to make the choices that feel right across Raymond Terrace and Port Stephens.
Planning in Advance
- Available 24/7
- Transparent Pricing
- Local Family Business
Make Tomorrow a Little Easier
Thinking about your funeral before it is needed allows you to make choices at your own pace and put your wishes into place for the future. It can also give your family a clearer understanding of the arrangements you would prefer.
With a prepaid funeral plan, you can make arrangements for burial, cremation or direct cremation and document your preferences in advance.
Meighans Funerals can provide straightforward information about pre-planning and help families across Raymond Terrace and Port Stephens understand the options available.
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.
