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Plan a funeral in Adelaide

Our team is here to guide you through every step of planning a funeral in Adelaide.

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Compassionate care, every step of the way

Our team of experienced funeral directors take the time to learn about your loved one and your family’s needs, so we can help you plan a heartfelt farewell. 

We'll handle the details of planning a funeral, so you can focus on what matters most – being with those you love during a difficult time.  

How we help

Funerals & memorials

Whether it’s a traditional service or a goodbye at the beach or backyard, we’ll help you plan a personalised funeral or memorial.

Viewings

If you would like to say a private goodbye, our team will ensure everything is arranged with care and respect.

Burial or cremation

Not sure whether to choose a burial or cremation? We’ll talk you through the considerations, helping you choose the option that feels right.

Receptions & gatherings

We can help you plan a gathering or wake in Adelaide, where family and friends can come together in remembrance after the service.

Video memorials

Create a beautiful video tribute to share at the funeral, with photos, videos and memories of your loved one.

Funeral live-streaming

For those who can’t attend in person, OneRoom provides high-quality live-streaming, so they can say goodbye no matter where they are.

Here for you around the clock

From the moment you get in touch to the funeral and beyond, we’re here to help.

Before the funeral

Planning a funeral often involves many decisions at an already stressful time. We’ll guide you through each step with care and clarity.

Viewing

If you'd like a viewing, we’ll prepare your loved one with care and create a quiet space for you to say goodbye in your own time.

During the funeral

On the day, we’ll take care of every detail so you can focus on saying goodbye.

Arrival

Transporting your loved one and family members.

Pallbearing

Support for pallbearers so they understand what’s involved.

Ceremony

Coordinate the order of service, including music, readings and flowers.

Eulogy

Provide guidance on what to include in the eulogy if you would like help.

Burial or cremation

Managing all documentation and logistics for burial or cremation.

After the funeral

Our caring funeral directors are here for you for as long as you need us – from organising a wake to offering support in the weeks that follow.

Reception

A reception is a way for family and friends to gather and share memories of their loved one. We can help organise catering and venue hire for funeral receptions across Adelaide.

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Adelaide funerals for every culture and religion

We have deep experience supporting Adelaide families from Italian, Greek, Jewish and Baha’i communities, and many other cultures. We’ll work closely with you and local faith leaders to ensure the service reflects your beliefs and traditions.

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Clear, honest pricing

We like to keep our funeral costs simple. We’ll give you a clear estimate up front and talk you through the options, with no pressure. You can view our pricing information and package inclusions to get a sense of what’s covered. 

Trusted by Adelaide families for 90 years

Everything was handled with respect and made us very comfortable.

I was very happy with the way everything was handled from picking up the body to the funeral parlor. They explained everything and were very understanding. They made my other son comfortable after finding his brother when he passed away. Thank you.

Dianne B. October 2025

We were treated with kindness, empathy and patience.

The care and compassion we received from Blackwell Funerals Payneham was really lovely during our difficult time. We were treated with kindness, empathy and patience. The staff were professional and guided us through the process of organising a funeral with ease, understanding and respecting our wishes throughout the process. 

Lily R. August 2025

Joseph was extremely empathic and patient with us.

He was able to change/accommodate any changes we wanted immediately and was always reassuring that nothing was a problem and that you could manage all requests which was evident with the lovely send off we had.

Antonia K. April 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve been serving Adelaide families since 1939. Here are a few questions our funeral directors often get asked.

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Whether you've recently lost a loved one or you’re planning for the future, our team is always here to help.