Celebrating lives with cremation services.

Every life tells a unique story. With four generations of caring for Geelong families, we’ll help you create a cremation service that truly reflects who they were – from simple bare cremations to traditional farewells.

Cremations Geelong - Jonathan Hepner Funerals

Cremation Services Geelong - Jonathan Hepner Funerals

Creating meaningful farewells.

Cremation in Geelong offers flexibility to celebrate your loved one’s life in different ways. From direct cremations to traditional services, we’ll help you choose the right option to honour their memory.

1. Bare Cremation (Direct Cremation):

A simple, respectful cremation with essential care only.

2. Essential Care Cremation:

A dignified cremation with enhanced mortuary care and viewing.

3. Single Service:

A memorial service in our chapel or your chosen church.

4. Service Across Two Locations:

Both memorial service and committal ceremony included.

Cremation costs in Geelong.

Whether you’re looking for a simple bare cremation or a full service with ceremony, our cremation costs in Geelong are transparent and straightforward. Choose the option that feels right for your family.

Bare Cremation

Simple, respectful cremation service

$3,409

Professional Funeral Arranger

Initial meeting and arrangement coordination

Mortuary Care

Collection and essential care (no dressing/viewing)

Death Certificate

Registration and certified death certificate

Transport to Crematorium

Professional transport for cremation

Cremation Certificate

Official cremation documentation

Basic Administration

Essential paperwork and coordination

Essential Care Cremation

Enhanced care with viewing option

$4,299

Professional Funeral Arranger

Expert guidance through all arrangements

Enhanced Mortuary Care

Collection and care with viewing option available

Death Certificate

Registration and certified death certificate

Transport to Crematorium

Professional transport for cremation

Memorial Tribute Page

Online tribute page for sharing memories

Aftercare Support

Following up with families and newspaper notices

Single Service

Memorial service in chapel or church

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Professional Funeral Arranger

Expert guidance through all arrangements

Enhanced Mortuary Care

Collection and enhanced preparation with viewing

Chapel or Church Service

60-minute service with professional coordination

Audio Visual Equipment

Sound system and photo presentation setup

Service Recording

Professional recording and live streaming available

Memorial Materials

Service booklet and memorial book preparation

Service Across Two Locations

Memorial service plus committal ceremony

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Professional Funeral Arranger

Expert guidance through all arrangements

Enhanced Mortuary Care

Collection and enhanced preparation with viewing

Chapel or Church Service

60-minute service with professional coordination

Committal Ceremony

Additional ceremony at crematorium

Complete Audio Visual

Recording, streaming, and photo presentations

Full Coordination

Professional management of both locations

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Frequently asked questions.

You likely have questions about our cremation services. We’ve answered the most common ones, but please call (03) 5223 3100 if you need more guidance.

Cremation is one of two respectful ways to care for someone who has passed away in Australia, the other being burial. It’s a process where your loved one is gently returned to ashes through heat, which are then carefully collected and returned to you.

We prepare your loved one for cremation with exactly the same dignity and respect as we would for burial. Whether you choose to have a viewing or not, we ensure they look peaceful and are presented beautifully. The only difference is that we need to remove any battery-operated medical devices beforehand, as these can damage the cremation equipment.

Cremation costs in Geelong vary depending on the type of service you choose. Our bare cremation (also known as direct cremation) starts from $2,100, which includes essential care, registration, and cremation. Essential Care Cremation with viewing is $2,990, while a Single Service with chapel or church ceremony starts from $5,790.

The total cost depends on your choice of service, coffin, and any personal touches you’d like to include. We believe in transparent pricing and include many services that others charge extra for, like viewing, photo presentations, and video recording. View our full price list or call (03) 5223 3100 for personalised guidance.

They’re the same thing – just different names for a simple, no-fuss cremation service. Whether you call it a bare cremation or direct cremation, it means your loved one is cremated shortly after passing without a formal service beforehand.

This option focuses on essential care only, allowing families to hold a memorial gathering later when it suits them – perhaps at home, at a meaningful location, or not at all. Our bare cremation service in Geelong starts from $2,100 and includes collection, essential care, registration, transport to the crematorium, and all necessary documentation.

Our bare cremation service in Geelong provides everything needed for a simple, respectful farewell. For $2,100, this includes:

Professional funeral arranger guidance
Collection and essential mortuary care
Registration and certified death certificate
Professional transport to crematorium
Cremation certificate and documentation
Basic administration and coordination

While there’s no formal service, we treat your loved one with the same dignity and respect as all our services. You can always arrange a memorial gathering at a later time that suits your family.

The cremation process typically takes around an hour and a half, though this can vary. We handle all the timing and logistics, so you don’t need to worry about these details during an already difficult time.

Your loved one remains in their chosen coffin throughout the process – they’re never removed. The cremator is designed to accommodate the coffin as well, ensuring your loved one is treated with dignity from beginning to end.

There are three main options when deciding what to do with your loved one’s ashes: memorialising the ashes at a cemetery, scattering the ashes at a meaningful location, or placing the ashes in an ornamental urn to keep at home. We’re happy to look after your loved one’s ashes for as long as needed if you aren’t ready to make this decision.

Definitely. Cremation services can be just as personal and meaningful as any other farewell. We can include their favourite music, display treasured photos, incorporate cultural or religious traditions, or create unique tributes that reflect their personality. Our experience helps us suggest ideas that honour their memory beautifully.

Yes, with our Essential Care Cremation and higher service levels, viewing is included. Many families find this helps with saying goodbye. We can arrange private time in our beautiful chapel or at your service venue, whatever feels most comfortable for your family.

Burial involves laying your loved one to rest in a cemetery plot, whilst cremation involves the process of reducing the body to ashes. Both are respectful choices, and the decision often comes down to personal preference, cultural or religious beliefs, or what your loved one expressed they wanted. We’re happy to discuss both options and help you understand what each involves.

Simply call us on 5223 3100, and we’ll guide you through everything. From choosing the right service level to selecting a crematorium and planning any personal touches, we handle all the details. Our experienced team makes sure both you and your loved one are cared for throughout the process.

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