Patterson Bros Funeral Directors

Funeral Directors Monteagle | Funeral Directors Memagong | Funeral Directors Murringo | Funeral Directors Bulla Creek | Funeral Directors Bendick Murrell | Funeral Directors Berthong | Funeral Directors Wirrimah | Funeral Directors Tubbul

Arrange a time with the family if a viewing is being considered | Arrange advertising of the funeral on radio and newspapers | Arrange music, flowers and information for Memorial Book | Burials or cremations | Cemeteries | Coffin or Casket Options | Completing the necessary papers for registration and cremation if required with the family | Contacting council, cemetery trust or the crematorium | Funeral Bonds | Funeral Home

Bronze Plaques | Ceramic Roses Ornaments | Marble Crosses Ornaments | Photo-Ceramics | Porcelain Statuettes Ornaments | Vases

What happens when someone dies in a hospital or nursing home?

If death occurs at a public hospital, hospital staff will take care of all relevant formalities. At a nursing home, more onus falls on the family.

When is a coroner needed?

When death occurs due to non-natural causes including violence, accidental, unusual causes, and unexpected death.

How much choice does the family have in funeral arrangements?

The family has absolute choice in all of the funeral arrangements. There are only a few rare exceptions due the coronial investigations.

How long between death and the committal service?

The length of time between death and the committal service can vary depending on your instructions and the circumstances of the death.

What is embalming?

Embalming is carried out by a qualified embalmer and is a chemical treatment of a body which disinfects and preserves it.