Islamic funeral directors

Funeral directors with experience in Islamic traditions across Australia.

According to Funerals Direct, there are 44 funeral directors listed with experience in Islamic funeral traditions across Australia.

Islamic funeral traditions emphasise simplicity and dignity. Janazah (funeral) rites follow a clear sequence rooted in the Quran and prophetic tradition, with burial occurring as soon as possible. Australian Muslim communities have established mosques, ghassal (body washing) services, and dedicated burial sections at most state cemeteries.

Islamic funeral traditions

  • Burial is preferred and usually takes place as soon as possible, subject to legal requirements and cemetery availability
  • The body is washed (ghusl) and wrapped in a simple white cloth called a kafan
  • The funeral prayer, Salat al-Janazah, is led by an imam, with mourners standing throughout
  • Cremation is not accepted in Islamic funeral practice
  • Mourning customs can vary between families and communities; the family's imam or mosque can advise on what applies

What to look for in a funeral director

Look for a funeral director with experience coordinating with local mosques, knowledge of Islamic burial requirements at your state cemetery, and access to ghassal and shroud services. Many Sydney and Melbourne providers list Arabic, Bosnian, Turkish, or Urdu-speaking staff.

Practices vary between communities and individual families. The summary above reflects common Australian patterns. Speak with your funeral director about your specific wishes.

Islamic funeral directors

Compare directors who list experience with Islamic traditions.

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5.0168 reviewsBrendale, QLD

Compassionate Funerals Queensland is a not-for-profit funeral director based in Brendale on Brisbane's northside, serving families across the region with personalised farewell planning. The business operates with compassion at its core, having donated over seven million dollars to charitable causes while supporting grieving families through trained grief counsellors and flexible service options. With an on-site chapel accommodating fifty guests, water cremation facilities, and livestreaming capabilities, the director offers both traditional and contemporary farewell services tailored to individual needs. Contact Compassionate Funerals Queensland to discuss how they can help plan a meaningful goodbye for your loved one.

5.023 reviewsGreenfields, WA

Bowra & O'Dea / Leanne O'Dea - Greenfields is a funeral director serving families in Greenfields, WA and surrounding areas. The business offers livestreaming for distant family. They serve Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander and Multi-Faith families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

5.02 reviewsBlacktown, NSW

Family Funeral Services in Blacktown supports the diverse communities of western Sydney with pre-planning and at-need arrangements. The team records preferences for music, readings, burial or cremation in detail so wishes can be carried out as intended, and works across Catholic, Islamic, Buddhist, Hindu and Sikh traditions. Phone support is available 24 hours.

5.010 reviewsMount Gambier, SA

South East Funeral Services is a funeral director serving families in Mount Gambier, SA and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

5.01 reviewsLambton, NSW

Pink Lady Funerals is a funeral director serving families in Lambton, NSW and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family, on-site refrigeration. They serve Islamic and Hindu families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

5.01 reviewsWollongong, NSW

Parsons Ladies is a funeral director serving families in Wollongong, NSW and surrounding areas. The business offers an on-site chapel. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

No reviews yetFulham, SA

Fulham Funerals is a funeral director serving families in Fulham, SA and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family. They serve Islamic and Hindu families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

5.0203 reviewsGordon, NSW

Gregory & Carr Funerals - Gordon is a funeral director serving families in Gordon, NSW and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family. Languages spoken at the office include Mandarin. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

5.03 reviewsMorley, WA

Silkwood Funerals is a family owned and operated Perth funeral director. The team arranges burials, cremations, mausoleum services and interstate or international repatriation, from Yanchep to Mandurah and beyond, and offers multicultural funerals, including Maori tangi, Sorry Business and Catholic, Buddhist, Islamic and Jewish practices. Services can be held in the Silkwood chapel in Dianella, a church, a cemetery or another meaningful place, and mortuary care is carried out at the Silkwood Operations and Mortuary Care Centre in Morley.

4.947 reviewsWollongong, NSW

H.Parsons Funeral Directors Wollongong is an independent funeral director serving families in Wollongong, NSW and surrounding areas. The business offers an on-site chapel. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

4.932 reviewsUnderwood, QLD

McCartney Family Funerals Underwood is a funeral director serving families in Underwood, QLD and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, on-site refrigeration. Services are available for Catholic, Anglican, Uniting Church families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

4.963 reviewsRidleyton, SA

Sensible Funerals was founded by Keith Russell with a mission to provide South Australian families with straightforward, dignified funeral services that honour life with grace and integrity regardless of budget. Located in Ridleyton, the business continues Russell's legacy by offering honest advice and cremation and burial services focused on what truly matters: the memory of your loved one and support for your family. Contact them at any time, day or night, for immediate assistance or questions.

4.8147 reviewsGladesville, NSW

Family Funeral Services is a funeral director based in Sydney, providing full-service funeral arrangements including burial and cremation. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, the funeral home assists families with immediate arrangements, pre-planning services, religious ceremonies across multiple faith traditions, repatriations within Australia and overseas, and personalised contemporary farewells. The team guides families through legal documentation, cemetery and crematorium bookings, coordination with clergy or celebrants, and memorial arrangements. Family Funeral Services can arrange live-streamed services for those unable to attend in person.

4.8241 reviewsCheltenham, VIC

At Kingston Funerals, we are here to support you with genuine care and understanding during one of life’s most difficult times. We take the time to listen, to guide, and to ensure every detail is handled with compassion and respect. Our focus is on easing the burden, so you can be present with your loved ones and honour what truly matters. Please call us to discuss any needs you may have. Our dedicated team is always here to help and support you every step of the way.

4.894 reviewsCheltenham, VIC

Browne Brothers Funerals is a funeral director serving families in Cheltenham, VIC and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family.

4.813 reviewsPooraka, SA

Country Road Funerals is a funeral director serving families in Pooraka, SA and surrounding areas. The business offers an on-site chapel. They serve Secular / Non-Religious families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

4.73 reviewsCottesloe, WA

Bowra & O'Dea / Leanne O'Dea - Cottesloe is a funeral director serving families in Cottesloe, WA and surrounding areas. The business offers livestreaming for distant family. They serve Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander and Multi-Faith families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

4.718 reviewsBellevue, WA

Bowra & O'Dea / Leanne O'Dea - Bellevue is a funeral director serving families in Bellevue, WA and surrounding areas. The business offers livestreaming for distant family. They serve Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander and Multi-Faith families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

4.617 reviewsClifton Hill, VIC

Lonergan & Raven Funerals in Clifton Hill offers witness cremations as a standard option for any family, with practical experience accommodating Hindu rituals where being present at the final step matters most. The team also pairs witness cremations with church or chapel services beforehand for families who want both, and works across Catholic, Anglican, Jewish, Islamic, Buddhist and secular formats. Phone the Clifton Hill office directly to discuss specific cultural or religious requirements.

4.662 reviewsKingsgrove, NSW

Icon Funeral Services in Kingsgrove has provided personalised funeral services for over 45 years, drawing on deep combined experience across diverse cultural and religious backgrounds. The team of experienced funeral professionals guides families through every step of the planning process, creating meaningful farewells that reflect each person's unique life and legacy. Icon Funeral Services offers tailored packages for cremations, religious services, and non-religious ceremonies, with support available for advance arrangements to ease stress on families. Contact the team today to discuss your specific needs and preferences.

4.628 reviewsLaunceston, TAS

Simplicity Funerals Launceston is a funeral service provider in Launceston, TAS, working with families statewide. A member of Funerals Australia, we offer a fully bespoke service while making the process as simple as possible. We encourage you to give us a call, come in for a chat and a coffee, ask some questions and get to know us.

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