Based on 11 reviews
Vincent Funeral Services is a third-generation funeral home founded in 1868, making it Burnie's oldest operating business. The company provides care and compassion to families across North West Tasmania, offering services like chapel funerals, cremations, and burials. They handle everything from initial transfer into their care to the final journey to a crematorium or cemetery, ensuring the deceased is in their care the entire time.
The business operates three main chapels located at Parklands Chapel in Burnie, Ulverstone Garden Chapel, and a chapel in Devonport. They also conduct services in churches, halls, sporting venues, gardens, or outdoor areas special to the family. Their service area extends along the North-West and Central Coast, Circular Head, and the West Coast of Tasmania.
To begin the process, families should call any of the business's numbers, such as Burnie's (03) 6431 9911, to arrange for the loved one to be brought into their care. They will then make an appointment suitable for the family to meet and discuss the funeral arrangements. If someone dies at home, the family should first contact the general practitioner or palliative care nurse to fill out necessary paperwork before the funeral director attends.
The funeral account is sent out within 5 days of the funeral with up to 60 days settlement. If payment is made after 30 days, a late fee of $250 is applied. The person who signs the authorisation for the funeral to be conducted is legally responsible for the payment of the funeral account.
Pre-arranging a funeral allows individuals to record their wishes and consider all available alternatives, such as investing up to $10,000 without affecting any government benefits. This process lifts the burden from family members during an emotional time and allows for the creation of a very personal funeral service.
The cost of a funeral varies based on choices made, but the Professional & Administration Fee for a service and cremation is estimated at $4,050. Other costs include the coffin, cremation fee, celebrant fees, and refreshments, with all prices including GST and no out-of-hours transfer fees.
Reviewers consistently praise the staff for being kind, understanding, attentive, and compassionate throughout the difficult process. Many families highlight the genuine care, attention to detail, and professionalism shown by the team in making the experience more manageable.
A first-time customer should know that the service includes day and night attention at premises or family homes every day of the year. Trained staff are available to organise funerals locally, state-wide, interstate, and overseas, ensuring comprehensive support.
The service includes specific features such as private viewing facilities, use of modern vehicles, and the provision of service booklets and memorial folders. They also offer floral tribute ordering and the use of lowering devices and grass matting where practicable.
The process involves trained staff professionally carrying out preparation and dressing of the body, liaising with clergy or celebrants, and coordinating church or chapel requirements for all denominations. They also handle procurement of necessary death and cremation certificates from doctors.
Some reviewers mention that the staff were extremely accommodating and handled everything with the utmost care, though one review noted the service was exceptional while others simply found it amazing. The consistent theme across reviews is the team's ability to make a difficult time more bearable through their support.
The business offers options for reflection songs instead of photo presentations and allows families to bring their own flowers or go to a cafe for refreshments. These flexible choices allow families to personalize the service according to their preferences.
You can reach Vincent funeral services by e-mail at admin@vincentfunerals.com.au.
The official website of Vincent funeral services is vincentfunerals.com.au.
On Trustburn, Vincent funeral services has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 11 reviews.
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We used the services of Vincent funeral services for our mother's funeral and we couldn't be happier. The staffs were kind, understanding, and attentive. They made the process much easier for us during a difficult time. Highly recommended.
Vincent funeral services provided a compassionate and personalized service. The staffs were empathetic and supportive. They made sure everything went smoothly. We are extremely grateful for their care. Thank you!
Vincent funeral services provided a thoughtful and professional service for my family during a very difficult time. The staff were compassionate and understanding, and they took care of all the details with great care. I highly recommend them.
I cannot express how grateful we are for the incredible service we received from Vincent funeral services. The staffs were understanding, compassionate, and professional. They made a difficult time more manageable. Highly recommended.
Vincent funeral services did an outstanding job for us. They were incredibly professional and respectful throughout the entire process. The attention to detail and the genuine care they showed for our family was remarkable. I can't recommend them enough.
πΉ The service provided by Vincent funeral services was exceptional. They were very accommodating and compassionate. The staffs handled everything with the utmost care and professionalism. We were truly impressed and would highly recommend them.
πππππ Vincent funeral services is simply amazing! They made a difficult time more bearable. The whole team was very caring and provided an exceptional service. They paid attention to every detail and made sure everything ran smoothly. Thank you!
β€οΈ Vincent funeral services provided a wonderful service for our family. They were extremely compassionate and understanding. The staffs went above and beyond to make sure every detail was taken care of. Highly recommended.
I recently used this funeral home for my father's service and it was a positive experience. The staffs were very caring and made us feel comfortable. They took care of everything with great professionalism. I would definitely recommend their services.
I recently used the services of this funeral home and they exceeded my expectations. The staffs were very helpful, and they made the process much easier for me and my family. Their attention to detail and personalization truly made a difference. Highly recommended.
The service provided by Vincent funeral services was outstanding. The staffs were compassionate, supportive, and respectful. They handled everything with great attention to detail. We couldn't have asked for better care. Highly recommended.
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