Browne Brothers Melbourne Funeral Services
At Browne Brothers Funerals we are proud to offer dignified and high quality funerals at an affordable price.
We pride ourselves in ensuring families receive a unique level of personalised care offered by our experienced and friendly team of funeral directors. Our helpful and friendly team can discuss your needs and help you choose the best option for your family and loved one.
We are available 24/7 to take you through options in the comfort of your own home, helping reduce the burden on your family at this difficult time. As the cost of a funeral can significantly vary, our caring funeral directors will take you through all your options, from burial or cremation to a church or chapel service or no service at all.
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Our Funeral Services
Burial Services
We offer a wide range of burial services to suit your budget and personal wishes. Part of any burial service is choosing a coffin for your loved one to be buried in, which is an emotional and important decision. This is why we have a wide selection of quality coffins and caskets to choose that are suited to your budget.
See all our burial services below.
Honour your loved one in a chapel or church service, then move onto the graveside for the final farewell and burial.
If you’re not sure which burial service is best for you, feel free to call our friendly team and we’ll help you without obligation.
Cremation Services
We offer many different cremation options to suit your needs and budget. This includes our ‘Dignity Casket Service’ using our innovative display casket. The ultimate advantage of a cremation service is the flexibility to carry out your loved one’s funeral in a way that suits your family.
See all our cremation services below.
An Unattended Cremation to take place without a service, with no mourners in attendance.
An Unattended Cremation to take place without a service, with no mourners in attendance. This also includes a viewing in the Kingston Funerals chapel during business hours.
A caring dignified farewell, using our innovative dignity casket.
Honour your loved one with a funeral service in the Kingston Funerals chapel, a church or at any of the Crematoria followed by an unattended cremation.
Honour your loved one in a chapel or church service, then move onto a Crematoria for the final farewell.
If you’re not sure which cremation service is best for you, feel free to call our friendly team and we’ll help you without obligation.
Our aim is to reduce the burden to you and your family at what is already a difficult time. This is why we have processes in place to ensure personal wishes are carried out in a way that is respectful and affordable, providing value for your money.
Our Browne Brothers Chapel is onsite at 305 Warrigal Rd, Cheltenham. This newly renovated and stylish chapel sits 60 comfortably and has a lounge for gathering. Alternatively, we have relationships with other churches, chapels, cemeteries and memorial parks all over Melbourne, so the funeral can be near your home.
If you are unsure as to which option to select, please don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team or visit our pricing page to view our package options and inclusions.
Variations To Above Services
We are happy to provide you with variations to any of the above services to ensure you can say goodbye to your loved one the right way. See below for a breakdown of these additional services and their associated cost
Additional things to note:
- Church Services will incur an additional fee of $250.00
- Payment Terms: All payments are due prior to or on the day of the service.
- Prices are subject to variation without notice and include an allowance for GST.
Additional Fees
| Description | Cost |
|---|---|
| Funeral Notice | At Cost |
| Viewing / Rosary A/H | $450.00 |
| Viewing prior to service at funeral venue | $350.00 |
| Fresh Floral Tribute | At Cost |
| DVD Presentation | |
| 30 - 35 photos, 1 song | $220.00 |
| 50 - 55 photos, 2 songs | $300.00 |
| Transfer Fee After Hours | $350.00 |
| Embalming | $850.00 |
| Satin Shroud (if families are unable to supply suitable clothing) | $55.00 |
| Refreshments (sandwiches and cakes) | At Cost |
| Mounted Crucifix | $90.00 |
| Oversize Coffin Surcharge | At Cost |
| Mourning Car (half day, 4 people) | At Cost |
| Extra staff if required (per person) | $120.00 |
| Extended Service Fee | $250.00 |
| Santini | At Cost |