Funeral services in Auckland, NZ
Planning a funeral service is a deeply personal and emotional journey. It’s about honouring the life of a loved one and finding a way to say goodbye that reflects their unique spirit and the impact they had on those around them. There are a range of funeral services Auckland residents may need, such as choosing burial plots and booking a funeral service venue such as Settlers Cottage pictured.
At Auckland Memorial Park on the North Shore, we are privileged to work alongside many funeral homes. To help guide you through your journey, we have compiled a list of trusted funeral directors in Auckland.
At Auckland Memorial Park on the North Shore, we are privileged to work alongside many funeral homes. To help guide you through your journey, we have compiled a list of trusted funeral directors in Auckland.
North Auckland (Rodney) Funeral Directors
| Forrest Funeral Services HBC | 39 Riverside Rd, Orewa | 09 426 7950 | forrests.co.nz |
| Hibiscus Funerals | 7 Greenview Ln, Red Beach | 09 420 4700 | hibiscusfunerals.co.nz |
| Dil’s Funeral Services HBC | 48 Waiora Rd, Stanmore Bay | 09 415 8720 | dils.co.nz |
| Jason Morrison | 24 Whitaker Rd, Warkworth | 09 425 7707 | jasonmorrison.co.nz |
| Besoul Funerals | 12 Gumfield Dr, Warkworth | 09 422 2634 | besoulfunerals.co.nz |
| Faithfull Funeral Services | – | 09 421 9844 | faithfulls.co.nz |
North Auckland (Rodney) Funeral Directors Mobile
| Forrest Funeral Services HBC |
| 39 Riverside Rd, Orewa |
| 09 426 7950 |
| forrests.co.nz |
| Hibiscus Funerals |
| 7 Greenview Ln, Red Beach |
| 09 420 4700 |
| hibiscusfunerals.co.nz |
| Dil’s Funeral Services HBC |
| 48 Waiora Rd, Stanmore Bay |
| 09 415 8720 |
| dils.co.nz |
| Jason Morrison |
| 24 Whitaker Rd, Warkworth |
| 09 425 7707 |
| jasonmorrison.co.nz |
| Besoul Funerals |
| 12 Gumfield Dr, Warkworth |
| 09 422 2634 |
| besoulfunerals.co.nz |
| Faithfull Funeral Services |
| – |
| 09 421 9844 |
| faithfulls.co.nz |
North Shore Funeral Directors
| Forrest Funeral Services ECB | 8 Glen Rd, Browns Bay | 09 479 5956 | forrests.co.nz |
| H.Morris Funeral Services | 31 Ocean View Rd, Northcote | 09 489 5737 | hmorris.co.nz |
| Dil’s Funeral Services Albany | 185 Schnapper Rock Rd, Albany | 09 415 8720 | dils.co.nz |
| Windsor Funerals | 422 Glenfield Rd, Glenfield | 09 477 2433 | windsorfunerals.co.nz |
| Nelson & Susan Elliott | 157 Shakespeare Rd, Milford | 09 486 2631 | northshorefunerals.co.nz |
| State of Grace North | 1/249 Dairy Flat Highway, Albany | 09 447 1285 | stateofgracefunerals.co.nz |
| Rowley Funerals | 16 Anne St, Devonport | 09 445 9800 | rowleyfunerals.co.nz |
North Shore Funeral Directors Mobile
| Forrest Funeral Services ECB |
| 8 Glen Rd, Browns Bay |
| 09 479 5956 |
| forrests.co.nz |
| H.Morris Funeral Services |
| 31 Ocean View Rd, Northcote |
| 09 489 5737 |
| hmorris.co.nz |
| Dil’s Funeral Services Albany |
| 185 Schnapper Rock Rd, Albany |
| 09 415 8720 |
| dils.co.nz |
| Windsor Funerals |
| 422 Glenfield Rd, Glenfield |
| 09 477 2433 |
| windsorfunerals.co.nz |
| Nelson & Susan Elliott |
| 157 Shakespeare Rd, Milford |
| 09 486 2631 |
| northshorefunerals.co.nz |
| State of Grace North |
| 1/249 Dairy Flat Highway, Albany |
| 09 447 1285 |
| stateofgracefunerals.co.nz |
| Rowley Funerals |
| 16 Anne St, Devonport |
| 09 445 9800 |
| rowleyfunerals.co.nz |
Central / West Auckland Funeral Directors
| Morrisons Funeral Services | 220 Universal Drive, Henderson | 09 836 0029 | morrisons.co.nz |
| Davis Funerals | 400 Dominion Road, Mt. Eden | 09 638 9026 | davisfunerals.co.nz |
| Tipene Funerals | 31 Paramount Dr, Henderson | 0800 266 662 | tipenefunerals.nz |
| Natural Funeral Co. | 120 New North Rd, Eden Tce | 021 2434 5650 | naturalfuneral.nz |
| State of Grace | 60 Portage Rd, New Lynn | 09 827 6454 | stateofgracefunerals.co.nz |
| Davis Funerals | 150 Central Park Drive, Henderson | 09 835 3557 | davisfunerals.co.nz |
Central / West Auckland Funeral Directors Mobile
| Morrisons Funeral Services |
| 220 Universal Drive, Henderson |
| 09 836 0029 |
| morrisons.co.nz |
| Davis Funerals |
| 150 Central Park Drive, Henderson |
| 09 835 3557 |
| Morrisons Funeral Services |
| 220 Universal Drive, Henderson |
| 09 836 0029 |
| morrisons.co.nz |
| Davis Funerals |
| 150 Central Park Drive, Henderson |
| 09 835 3557 |
| Morrisons Funeral Services |
| 220 Universal Drive, Henderson |
| 09 836 0029 |
| morrisons.co.nz |
| Davis Funerals |
| 150 Central Park Drive, Henderson |
| 09 835 3557 |
| Morrisons Funeral Services |
| 220 Universal Drive, Henderson |
| 09 836 0029 |
| morrisons.co.nz |
| Davis Funerals |
| 150 Central Park Drive, Henderson |
| 09 835 3557 |
Central / East Auckland Funeral Directors
| Epsom Funeral Home | 129 Main Highway, Ellerslie | 0800 437 766 | epsomfuneralhome.nz |
| Sibuns | 582 Remuera Rd, Remuera | 09 520 3119 | sibuns.co.nz |
| Resthaven | Cnr Picton & Walter McDonald | 09 533 7493 | resthavenfunerals.co.nz |
| Souly Funerals | 9 Cortina Pl, Pakuranga | 0800 476 859 | soulyfunerals.co.nz |
Central / East Auckland Funeral Directors Mobile
| Epsom Funeral Home |
| 129 Main Highway, Ellerslie |
| 0800 437 766 |
| epsomfuneralhome.nz |
| Epsom Funeral Home |
| 129 Main Highway, Ellerslie |
| 0800 437 766 |
| epsomfuneralhome.nz |
| Epsom Funeral Home |
| 129 Main Highway, Ellerslie |
| 0800 437 766 |
| epsomfuneralhome.nz |
| Epsom Funeral Home |
| 129 Main Highway, Ellerslie |
| 0800 437 766 |
| epsomfuneralhome.nz |
Central / South Auckland Funeral Directors
| Chinese Funeral Services | 22 Harris Rd, East Tamaki | 0800 888 191 | chinesefunerals.co.nz |
| Auckland Funerals & Memorials | 47-49 Atkinson Ave, Otahuhu | 09 250 4808 | aklmemorials.co.nz |
| Fountains Funerals | Cnr Elliot & Wood, Papakura | 09 298 2957 | fountainsfunerals.co.nz |
| Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors | 18 Norman Spencer Dr, Manukau | 09 262 3700 | tatupufunerals.co.nz |
| Ensom Funeral Services | 15 East St, Papakura | 09 299 6646 | ensomfunerals.co.nz |
| Aroha Funerals | 7C Bassant Ave, Penrose | 0800 276 420 | arohafunerals.co.nz |
| Just Funerals | 14 Bassant Ave, Penrose | 0800 804 663 | justfunerals.co.nz |
Central / South Auckland Funeral Directors Mobile
| Chinese Funeral Services |
| 22 Harris Rd, East Tamaki |
| 0800 888 191 |
| chinesefunerals.co.nz |
| Auckland Funerals & Memorials |
| 47-49 Atkinson Ave, Otahuhu |
| 09 250 4808 |
| Chinese Funeral Services |
| 22 Harris Rd, East Tamaki |
| 0800 888 191 |
| chinesefunerals.co.nz |
| Auckland Funerals & Memorials |
| 47-49 Atkinson Ave, Otahuhu |
| 09 250 4808 |
| Chinese Funeral Services |
| 22 Harris Rd, East Tamaki |
| 0800 888 191 |
| chinesefunerals.co.nz |
| Auckland Funerals & Memorials |
| 47-49 Atkinson Ave, Otahuhu |
| 09 250 4808 |
| Chinese Funeral Services |
| 22 Harris Rd, East Tamaki |
| 0800 888 191 |
| chinesefunerals.co.nz |
| Auckland Funerals & Memorials |
| 47-49 Atkinson Ave, Otahuhu |
| 09 250 4808 |
Note: Auckland Memorial Park & Cemetery Ltd does not have direct affiliations with any particular funeral director.
This list of funeral homes is provided for your convenience.
This list of funeral homes is provided for your convenience.
Finding a final resting place – Funeral services North Shore
Each of the funeral directors above are dedicated professionals committed to offering empathetic support and expert services, ensuring that every aspect of the funeral is handled with the utmost respect and care. As you navigate this challenging time, their expertise will help you create a meaningful farewell that honours your loved one’s life and legacy. In addition to organizing the ceremony, your funeral director can also assist you in selecting a final resting place that provides comfort and peace.


Auckland Memorial Park on the North Shore is one such option worth considering. This serene and beautifully maintained cemetery offers a variety of burial plots and ash interment options, allowing families to choose a resting place that suits their wishes and budget. The park’s tranquil environment and thoughtful design create a fitting tribute to loved ones, providing a place where friends and family can come to remember and reflect.
We welcome visitors
Gates are open sunrise to sunset. To discuss ash and burial plot options, please make an appointment.


Making funeral and memorial service planning easier during difficult times
We understand that setting up a memorial service can be overwhelming and time-consuming, especially during an emotionally difficult time. At Auckland Memorial Park, we’re here to ease the burden by helping you with the key arrangements, allowing you to focus on what truly matters, honouring your loved one’s life.
Here’s how we can support you: At Auckland Memorial Park, we offer a variety of services to support families during this difficult time:
Funeral or wake venue: Settlers Cottage hosts up to 50 guests with a tranquil outdoor area
Burial Plots: Choose from a range of well-maintained burial plots that offer a peaceful resting place for your loved one.
Ash Burials: We provide beautiful spaces for the interment of ashes, allowing for a lasting tribute.
Columbariums: A dignified option for families looking to place urns in a memorial wall.
Headstones and Memorials: Custom-designed headstones and plaques to honor your loved one.
Here’s how we can support you: At Auckland Memorial Park, we offer a variety of services to support families during this difficult time:
Funeral or wake venue: Settlers Cottage hosts up to 50 guests with a tranquil outdoor area
Burial Plots: Choose from a range of well-maintained burial plots that offer a peaceful resting place for your loved one.
Ash Burials: We provide beautiful spaces for the interment of ashes, allowing for a lasting tribute.
Columbariums: A dignified option for families looking to place urns in a memorial wall.
Headstones and Memorials: Custom-designed headstones and plaques to honor your loved one.
FAQs
How do I choose a funeral director?
When choosing a funeral director, consider their experience, reputation, and ability to meet your specific needs and cultural or religious requirements. It’s also important to feel comfortable with their level of empathy and professionalism during this difficult time.
How long is a funeral service?
A typical funeral service usually lasts about 40 – 60 minutes, depending on the specific arrangements and traditions followed.
What Is the Average Cost for Funeral Services?
The average cost for a funeral service in New Zealand is around $10,000 but can range from $5,000 – $20,000 or more depending on the family’s needs and factors such as the funeral director’s fees, burial or cremation, venue, and catering services. Costs can vary based on your specific choices and requirements. See also ash plot and burial plot prices which start from $1,430 at our North Shore cemetery.
What burial and ash interment options are available?
Auckland Memorial Park offers a variety of burial plots and ash interment grounds. Please see our other service pages for detailed information or contact us to discuss your needs.
Is the Settler’s Cottage venue available for all cultures?
Yes, Auckland Memorial Park & Cemetery respects all of New Zealand’s cultural and religious beliefs and, whatever your ethnicity or faith, you can find a place to call your own in the park, with a burial customised to meet your needs.
Can we book the Settler’s Cottage even if the cremation or burial is elsewhere?
Yes, the Settler’s Cottage can be used for any funeral service or memorial, even if the cremation or burial is arranged at another location. It is also available to families and community groups as a venue for functions, meetings and other occasions.
Can we visit the venue before making a booking?
Yes, we encourage families to visit the Settler’s Cottage to see the venue in person. Contact us to arrange a tour.
What is the best way to publish Auckland funeral notices?
Your chosen Funeral Director will often assist with the placement of newspaper notices however families can also place notices independently in papers such as the NZ Herald.
Auckland Memorial Park is committed to providing a respectful, peaceful venue for your loved one’s memorial or wake. Contact us today to discuss your needs and to learn how we can assist you during this challenging time.
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About us
Auckland Memorial Park is owned by a Charitable Trust and managed by Auckland Memorial Park & Cemetery Ltd, with a team of experienced professionals committed to the highest standards of service and care. Led by James Dunn, a qualified funeral director with hands-on experience as a groundsman, gravedigger, and crematorium operator, our team also includes specialists with nursing and family care backgrounds. Together, we are dedicated to supporting families through every stage of planning, from immediate need to
pre-arrangement, always with sensitivity to cultural and religious traditions
pre-arrangement, always with sensitivity to cultural and religious traditions


Contact us
Come and see our serene cemetery in person and find a burial plot that fits your family’s needs. Schedule a tour today.
0800 00 66 88
+64 9 426 9383
Address
2163 East Coast Road
Silverdale
Auckland 0993
Silverdale
Auckland 0993



