Planning ahead, caring forward.

One of the most thoughtful gifts you can give your family. With four generations supporting Geelong families, our prepaid funeral plans lock in today’s prices and ensure your wishes are honoured.

Prepaid Funerals in Geelong by Jonathan Hepner Funerals

Prepaid funerals in Geelong.

Planning ahead is about showing love for the people you’ll leave behind. By making these decisions now, you’re giving your family time to grieve and remember, rather than worry about arrangements.

Lock in today’s prices

Protect your family from future price increases by securing today’s rates.

Remove the burden

Your loved ones won’t have to worry about costs during their time of grief.

Your wishes, honoured

Ensure your funeral reflects what you want with personal touches.

Choose a plan that reflects your wishes.

Whether you’re planning a cremation or burial, our prepaid funeral plans lock in today’s prices and provide peace of mind for the future.

Prepaid Burial Plans

Lock in today’s prices and plan ahead with confidence.

From $9,225

Available prepaid options include:

Essential Care Burial

Graveside Funeral Service

Traditional Service & Burial

Prepaid Cremation Plans

Lock in today’s prices and plan ahead with confidence.

From $3,520

Available prepaid options include:

Bare Cremation

Essential Care Cremation

Funeral Service with Cremation

Funeral Service Across Two Locations

Frequently asked questions.

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

Prepaid funeral costs in Geelong vary depending on the type of service you choose and any personal touches you’d like to include.

Our prepaid funeral options include:

  • Bare Cremation – $3,520
  • Essential Care Cremation – $4,410
  • Funeral Service with Cremation – $10,550
  • Funeral Service Across Two Locations – $10,750
  • Essential Care Burial – $9,225
  • Graveside Funeral Service – $13,650
  • Traditional Service & Burial – $14,650

One of the key benefits of prepaying is locking in today’s prices and providing peace of mind for both you and your family. We can also discuss flexible payment options to suit your circumstances.

Call us on (03) 5223 3100 for a free, no-obligation consultation.

A prepaid funeral plan includes the funeral services and arrangements you choose at the time of planning. This may range from a simple Bare Cremation through to a traditional burial or cremation service with a celebrant, flowers, catering, and personalised touches.

We’ll provide a detailed breakdown of your chosen arrangements and costs, giving you and your family complete clarity and peace of mind.

We understand that circumstances and preferences can change over time. You can modify your prepaid plan, though additional costs may apply if you upgrade services. We’ll work with you to ensure your plan continues to reflect your wishes.

All prepaid funeral funds are held in regulated trust accounts, completely separate from our business accounts. Your money is legally protected and can only be used for your funeral services when the time comes.

Yes, you can cancel your prepaid plan and receive a refund, though terms may vary depending on how long you’ve had the plan and payment method. We’ll explain all refund conditions clearly before you commit.

In the unlikely event our business closes, your funds remain protected in the trust account and would be transferred to another funeral director of your family’s choice, or refunded to your estate.

No. Once your plan is paid in full, you’re completely protected from future price increases for the services you’ve selected. This is one of the main benefits of prepaying.

Yes, we offer flexible payment options including lump sum payments or instalment plans over an agreed period. Your funeral costs are guaranteed once full payment is received.

Services Australia generally treats fully prepaid funeral expenses as exempt from the assets test, which may be beneficial for some pension recipients.

As individual circumstances vary, we recommend speaking with Centrelink or your financial adviser for advice specific to your situation.

We provide you with documentation outlining your prepaid arrangements. When the time comes, your family simply needs to contact us and we’ll handle everything according to your pre-arranged plan.

Absolutely. Whether it’s specific music, readings, flowers, or venue preferences, we can incorporate personal elements into your prepaid plan to ensure your service reflects your personality and values.

If you move outside our service area, we can arrange to transfer your plan to a reputable funeral director in your new location, or provide a refund if transfer isn’t possible.

Simply call us on (03) 5223 3100 to arrange a free, no-obligation consultation. We can meet at our office or in your home, whatever feels most comfortable for you