Graveside Services
Simple, Dignified Graveside Farewells
An intimate graveside service that brings family and friends together at the place of final rest — simple, meaningful, and completely dignified.
A graveside service is a beautiful, intimate alternative to a full chapel or church funeral. The entire service takes place at the graveside, bringing family and friends together in the open air for a simple, heartfelt farewell. Graveside services are often chosen for their simplicity, their connection to the earth, and their sense of quiet dignity. At Willow Tree Funerals, we conduct graveside services at all Sydney cemeteries — from Rookwood and Woronora to the new MacArthur Memorial Park at Varroville — with the same care and personalisation we bring to every service.
What's Included
Everything Cared For, So You Can Focus on Family
- Transfer of your loved one into our care, 24/7
- Professional preparation and presentation
- Hearse and funeral cortège to the cemetery
- Graveside service conducted by Bruce Missen or a celebrant
- Music (portable speaker system available)
- Personalised order of service booklet
- Floral arrangements (optional)
- Cemetery booking and grave preparation
- Rite of Committal (Catholic or multi-faith)
- Death certificate and all statutory documentation
Our Process
Guiding You Through Every Step
First Call
Call us on 02 8776 1667 — any time. Our family care specialists will come to you and take care of everything.
Cemetery Selection
We help you choose the right cemetery and arrange the grave booking and all preparation.
The Service
A simple, personalised service at the graveside — conducted with complete dignity and care.
The Committal
The final farewell at the graveside — a moment of peace, closure, and love.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your Questions Answered
We're Available 24 Hours, 7 Days a Week
Call our office directly — no call centres, no delays.