About Modesty Funerals
Modesty Funerals is a family-owned funeral director serving families in Sydney, NSW and surrounding areas. Facilities include an on-site chapel, livestreaming for distant family. They serve Chinese Traditional families. Languages spoken at the office include Mandarin. First-call coverage is available 24 hours, every day of the week.
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499 Sussex Street Sydney
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Traditional Cremation
Chapel service followed by cremation.
Traditional Burial
Graveside or chapel service with burial.
Memorial Service
A gathering to celebrate a life lived.
Celebration of Life
Less formal gathering with personal tributes.
Repatriation
Overseas transfer for burial or cremation.
Flowers & Tributes
Floral arrangements and tributes.
What families say
E W
Nov 2023Exceptional service during a challenging time. The compassionate and professional approach of Joseph made all the difference for our family. Communication was outstanding throughout the month, and the final burial arrangements were handled with care and sensitivity. Moreover, Joseph demonstrated extensive knowledge about repatriation, ensuring a smooth and informed process. Thank you for your support and for making a difficult process more manageable. Highly recommend Modesty Funeral.
Y W
Oct 2020Joseph & Teresa are very nice and professional funeral consultants. They providede a perfect traditional Chinese funeral for my dad. Many thanks to them!
Sydney Translation
Nov 2025Pricing guide
| Service | From |
|---|---|
| Full embalming | $1,100 |
| Cremation certificate (charged by medical practitioner) | $165 |
| Floral hearse | $1,705 |
| Professional service fee — single service (up to 45 minutes, one venue) | $2,500 |
| Professional service fee — dual service (church then crematorium/cemetery) | $2,500 |
| Transfer into our care from place of death | $535 |
| Hearse and four bearers on day of service | $3,300 |
| Hearse and two bearers on day of service | $2,600 |
| Mortuary accommodation (up to 14 days) | $250 |
| Care and dressing of loved one | $360 |
| Coffin range | $1,225 |
| Cremation only fee (Macquarie Park Crematorium, weekday) | $605 |
| Cremation with 45-minute chapel hire (Macquarie Park Crematorium, weekday) | $1,372 |
| Death certificate | $71.5 |
| Temporary embalming | $638 |
Published by modestyfunerals.com.au (PDF), checked May 2026
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Facilities
Chapel
On-site ceremony space
Livestreaming
For those unable to attend
Cultural and religious services
Services conducted across multiple faiths and cultural traditions, in close coordination with religious leaders and community elders.
Common questions
Quick answers to questions families often ask.
Modesty 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 Modesty Funerals. Ask the team if it can be arranged through a third party.
Contact Modesty Funerals directly to discuss Sorry Business and other cultural requirements. Practices vary between communities, so it is worth confirming what the team can accommodate before booking.
Support and resources
Free, confidential support is available 24 hours a day. In an emergency, call 000.
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