K.M.Smith Funeral Directors
About K.M.Smith Funeral Directors
K.M.Smith Funeral Directors has served Greater Brisbane and Southeast Queensland for six generations since 1883, building a legacy of trust and care across the region. Founded by Kate Mary Smith, recognised as a significant businesswoman in Queensland's history, the business operates multiple locations including their distinguished head office in Bowen Hills and main branch in Central Brisbane, established in 1885. The Kate Mary Chapel, refreshment lounge, and on-site parking facilities reflect their commitment to providing dignified spaces for families. K.M.Smith offers burial and cremation services, multicultural funerals, repatriations, and prearrangement planning, with staff available to assist families through every step of the funeral process.
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53 Brookes Street Arana Hills
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Traditional Cremation
Chapel service followed by cremation.
Traditional Burial
Graveside or chapel service with burial.
Livestreaming
Broadcast for those who cannot attend.
Pre-Planning
Lock in costs and arrangements in advance.
Repatriation
Overseas transfer for burial or cremation.
What families say
Helen Bunsell
Jan 2026Our thanks go to KM Smith Funerals for the empathy and compassion they showed our family with the recent cremation of my husband. Russell was very helpful and made the process easy at such a difficult time.
Louise Walls
Oct 2025KM Smith Funerals’ professional care and expertise in taking care of my aunt’s funeral was second to none. Thank you Michael. I recommend without hesitation.
Peter Barbarossa
Aug 2024KM smith service for my mothers funeral was exceptional. We found Antony and team were supportive and very helpful. It was a very special and proud moment, my mother would have been impressed with her send off.
Jody Burke
Jan 2024I would highly recommend KM Smith Funerals to anyone wanting the absolute best care for your loved ones at this difficult time. The team who assisted us really did think of everything and were very kind and considerate. KMS has looked after our elders over the last couple of years for us and we wouldn't consider anyone else for our family.
Siobhan Skipworth (Shesasheep)
June 2024Lynn and the staff at KM Smith delivered an exceptional level of care and service. The empathetic support they offered to our family as we chartered the unknown path of farewelling our beloved father was above and beyond expectation. They were understanding of our needs and empathetically guided us through the whole.
Pricing guide
| Service | From |
|---|---|
| No service no attendance cremation (total package) | $6,140 |
| Cremation only - BCC crematorium | $755 |
| Death certificate - QLD | $65 |
| Professional fee - no service no attendance (incl. transfer, transport and mortuary care) | $3,750 |
| Professional fee - single service (incl. transfer, transport and mortuary care) | $5,790 |
| Professional fee - dual service (incl. transfer, transport and mortuary care) | $6,490 |
| Memorial service at Kate Mary Chapel | $1,020 |
| Transfer from place of death (business hours) | $625 |
| Care and preparation of deceased | $680 |
| Embalming | $1,600 |
| Coffin range | $1,497 |
Published by kmsmith.com.au, checked May 2026
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Facilities
Chapel
On-site ceremony space
Reception lounge
Space for guests
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.
K.M.Smith Funeral Directors 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 K.M.Smith Funeral Directors. Ask the team if it can be arranged through a third party.
Contact K.M.Smith Funeral Directors 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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