About Life Rites Funerals
Life Rites Funeral Services is based in Hurstville in Sydney's south and looks after families across the St George area with arranging, viewing and ceremony planning. The team takes on the practical detail of coffin, flowers, celebrant, paperwork, transport and venue so families can focus on grief and gathering rather than logistics. Both traditional services and lower-cost cremation packages are offered, with options to suit cultural preferences common across the southern suburbs. Available 24 hours a day.
Services offered
Traditional Cremation
Chapel service followed by cremation.
Traditional Burial
Graveside or chapel service with burial.
Memorial Service
A gathering to celebrate a life lived.
Chapel Service
Service held in an on-site or local chapel.
Celebration of Life
Less formal gathering with personal tributes.
Livestreaming
Broadcast for those who cannot attend.
Pre-Planning
Lock in costs and arrangements in advance.
Repatriation
Overseas transfer for burial or cremation.
Natural Burial
Environmentally friendly burial option.
Coffins & Caskets
Range of coffins and caskets.
Urns
Selection of urns for ashes.
Flowers & Tributes
Floral arrangements and tributes.
Transport & Hearse
Hearse and family transport.
Embalming
Preparation and care of the deceased.
What families say
Helen
Mar 2026I cannot speak highly enough of life rites. Skye provided a wonderful and emphatic service to us. My mother who died 5 years ago and before she died insisted we use white lady funerals who were efficient but did everything in an orderly manner which did not have the personal approach that Skye gave us. Skye anticipated all our needs. It all started with her coming to our home where she guided us but listened to us and provided what we wanted and built that into the graveside service we wanted. We wanted a non religious service but as my brother was being buried with my mother in the catholic section of the cemetery they required us to have a priest conduct the service. Skye arranged for the most fantastic priest who completely understood the situation and conducted the service in a way that fulfilled the requirements of the cemetery but also helped us immensely with his wonderful manner and understanding. Skye arranged this without us having to do anything. I did not have to worry or think about anything Skye did it all. Thank you Skye and to your team who I did not get to get as know as well as you. I will be forever grateful. Helen
Gabrielle Bonney
Mar 2026It was an easy decision to choose Life Rites when we lost our beautiful Mum, and wanted to give her the dignified, kind, compassionate and gentle kind of service that reflected the woman she was and what she meant to us. From the beginning, we knew we had made the right choice to go with a small, community-focused collective who would treat us gently as we moved through the very intense period that it losing a person you love and having to quickly make a lot of decisions to give them the very best farewell you can. Skye was there for us at all hours, answered all our questions kindly, and juggled many things to make it all happen. Her beautiful, calm manner was always comforting and she felt like a friend who was doing all the gentle direction we needed. Choosing Life Rites was one of the best decisions we made right in our time of grief. Thank you, Skye, Victoria and your team for everything. We will always remember your compassion, care and kindness in the time we needed it the most. G x
Cassy Croucher
Oct 2025Ben from Life Rites Funerals has taken care of both of my parents funerals recently. He made it the easiest & most beautiful experience & with so much care & empathy. Helping us to create the perfect send off for both - so different, unique & special. Every single practicality was also handled - over & above what we could ever have hoped for. Thank you Ben & Life Rites.
Tiana Ladejo
Feb 2026We entrusted our loved one into the hands of Life Rites and what we were met with was extraordinary kindness. In the midst of grief, they brought calm and steadiness when everything felt uncertain. Ben, our funeral director, was a rare and beautiful presence - gentle, grounded and deeply compassionate. He guided us with such care that even in sorrow, we felt supported and understood. The entire team carries their work with dignity and quiet grace. I couldn’t recommend Life Rites more highly. In life’s most fragile moments, they are truly something special.
Liz Lees
Feb 2026During an incredibly difficult time, Ben, Kim and the team at Life Rites, provided exceptional compassion, care and support. Their attention to detail, empathy, respect and professionalism, made all the difference. I was in awe of the way they work and they went above and beyond to personalise the service for my husband. It wasn’t just a funeral, it was a beautiful celebration of life. I highly recommend them for their expertise and care.
Pricing guide
Indicative pricing only. Final costs depend on your specific choices and circumstances.
| Service | From |
|---|---|
| Direct cremation (no service, no attendance) - sample total | $3,790.65 |
| Cremation with funeral service - sample total | $9,183.44 |
| Transfer into care (in hours) | $357.5 |
| Mortuary berth fee | $550 |
| Essential body care | $345 |
| Daisybox cardboard coffin | $235 |
| Cremation fee and ashes return | $595.1 |
| BDM death certificate | $75 |
| Funeral direction fee | $550 |
| Doctor's cremation certificates | $110 |
| Viewing or being-with in chapel | $176 |
| Crematorium chapel (per 45 minutes) | $600 |
Facilities
Chapel
On-site ceremony space
Livestreaming
For those unable to attend
On-site refrigeration
Mortuary care facilities
Cultural and religious services
Services conducted across multiple faiths and cultural traditions, in close coordination with religious leaders and community elders.
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Common questions
Quick answers to questions families often ask.
Life Rites Funerals does not currently list payment plans as a standard option. It is worth asking the team directly, as some providers can offer flexibility on request.
Livestreaming is not currently listed for Life Rites Funerals. Ask the team if it can be arranged through a third party.
Life Rites Funerals does not specifically list Sorry Business experience. For Indigenous arrangements, speak with the team about your needs before booking.
Support and resources
Free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day. In an emergency, call 000.
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