Jewish funeral directors

Funeral directors with experience in Jewish traditions across Australia.

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

Jewish funeral traditions are guided by halacha (Jewish law) and emphasise rapid burial, simplicity, and respect for the body. Burial typically takes place within 24 to 48 hours. The Chevra Kadisha (sacred burial society) handles preparation. Australian Jewish communities in Sydney, Melbourne, and other capitals have established Chevra Kadisha groups and dedicated cemetery sections.

Jewish funeral traditions

  • Burial traditionally occurs within 24 to 48 hours of death
  • Embalming is generally avoided; a simple wooden coffin (aron) is used
  • The Chevra Kadisha prepares the body with ritual washing (tahara) and shrouds (tachrichim)
  • Shomrim (watchers) remain with the body from death until burial
  • Mourning periods include Shiva (7 days of intense mourning), Shloshim (30 days), and the annual Yahrzeit
  • Cremation is not accepted in Orthodox tradition; Reform and Progressive views vary

What to look for in a funeral director

Look for a funeral director who works closely with the local Chevra Kadisha, understands the importance of timing and ritual purity, and can coordinate with synagogues and rabbis. Most major capitals have funeral directors with dedicated Jewish funeral services.

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

Jewish funeral directors

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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.

5.030 reviewsBilgola Plateau, NSW

Northern Beaches Funerals is an independent funeral director founded in 2017 by a funeral director who has lived on the Northern Beaches for more than 30 years. It has a single point of contact policy, so one funeral director looks after the family from the first call to the return of the ashes and the death certificate. Prices are published in full, with every element itemised and GST included, and the team is available 24 hours a day.

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.

5.01 reviewsBelmont, NSW

David Lloyd Funerals Belmont is a funeral director serving families in Belmont, NSW and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family, on-site refrigeration. Services are available for Anglican, Uniting Church, Orthodox Christian families. Member of the Australian Funeral Directors Association, with 24-hour first-call coverage every day.

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.

5.027 reviewsBlacktown, NSW

Affinity Funerals Pty Ltd is a funeral director serving families in Blacktown, NSW and surrounding areas. The business offers on-site refrigeration. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

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.

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.

4.813 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.

4.8280 reviewsCarramar, WA

Remembrance Funerals is a funeral director serving families in Carramar, WA and surrounding areas. Services are available for Catholic, Anglican, Jewish families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

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.

4.86 reviewsBeresfield, NSW

David Lloyd Funerals Beresfield is a funeral director serving families in Beresfield, NSW and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family, on-site refrigeration. Services are available for Anglican, Uniting Church, Orthodox Christian families. Member of the Australian Funeral Directors Association, with 24-hour first-call coverage every day.

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.

4.7200 reviewsLawnton, QLD

Academy Funerals - Funeral Home is a funeral director serving families in Lawnton, QLD and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family. They serve all faith 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.

4.58 reviewsDianella, WA

Bowra & O'Dea / Leanne O'Dea - Dianella is a funeral director serving families in Dianella, WA and surrounding areas. Facilities include livestreaming for distant family, a catering lounge for refreshments after the service. They serve Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander and Multi-Faith families. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.

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