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Trusted Funeral Services in Melbourne Since 1858
Nelson Bros Funeral Services, established in 1858, is Melbourne's oldest family-owned funeral director. With five modern funeral homes across Melbourne suburbs, we maintain the highest standards of professional care, guided by five generations of the Nelson family. Our commitment is to quality and family-first values, offering personalized services that honor individuality and cultural needs. We operate state-of-the-art facilities with spacious chapels, private arrangement rooms, and a unique fleet of Rolls Royce hearses.Our Bereavement Resource Centre has supported communities since 1987, and our training institute leads in funeral service education. We innovate with sustainable options, online grief support, and bespoke funeral design while preserving our legacy of trust and excellence.
Services
Burial Funeral Service
Cremation Funeral Service
Repatriation Services
Funeral Pre-Planning
Personalized Tributes
Grief Support Resources
Embalming Services
Funeral Merchandise
Online Obituaries
Venue Hire
Highlights and features
- 24/7 availability for immediate support
- Five generations of family-owned expertise
- Customized funeral solutions for cultural or religious needs
- Award-winning service recognized by NFDA
- Sustainable green funeral options available
Associations and certifications
- International Order of the Golden Rule
- National Funeral Directors Association
- National Association of Funeral Directors (U.K.)
- Australian Institute of Embalming
- British Institute of Embalmers
What people say
Professional and compassionate
Seamless arrangements
Personalized tributes
24/7 support
Outstanding staff
Services
Burial Funeral Service
Our burial services include full mortuary care, hearse and courtesy coach provision, cemetery coordination, and personalized chapel or outdoor ceremonies. We handle all documentation and third-party arrangements, ensuring seamless execution of traditional or unique burial requests while respecting cultural and religious traditions.
Cremation Funeral Service
We offer comprehensive cremation services with flexible viewing options before or after cremation. Our team coordinates memorial ceremonies at your chosen location, manages urn selection, and provides guidance on ash scattering regulations. Services include private viewings, DVD tributes, and customized stationery to honor individual preferences.
Repatriation Services
Specialist interstate and international repatriation with 24/7 coordination. We manage all logistics including documentation, embalming, transportation, and consular certificates using our global network. Our experienced team ensures compliance with Australian and overseas regulations for dignified transfer of remains across borders.
Funeral Pre-Planning
Plan ahead with our free Personal Planning Guide to document preferences. We offer fixed-price pre-payment options protected against inflation through funeral bonds. Pre-planning reduces family stress and guarantees your wishes for burial, cremation, or memorial services are honored exactly as specified.
Personalized Tributes
Create meaningful memorials through video tributes, custom coffins, floral arrangements, and venue adaptations. Our team incorporates hobbies, music, and life stories into ceremonies held at our facilities or unique locations like beaches or sports clubs, ensuring each service reflects the deceased's personality.
People
Theo Nelson
Chairman & Owner
Fifth-generation funeral director with over 60 years' experience. Fellow of the British Institute of Embalmers, driving industry standards and international collaboration through memberships in global funeral organizations.
Adrian Nelson
Chief Executive Officer
Leads daily operations with a focus on service excellence. Oversees staff training and facility management, ensuring the family legacy of compassionate care and innovation continues across Melbourne's diverse communities.
Priscilla Nelson
Training Director
Manages Nelson Funeral Education, Australia's leading institute for embalming qualifications. Develops curriculum and training programs that maintain the company's reputation for technical expertise and professional standards.
Questions
What services does Nelson Bros offer?
We provide burial, cremation, repatriation, pre-planning, personalized tributes, grief support, and 24/7 emergency services across Melbourne suburbs.
Can I personalize a funeral service?
Yes, we specialize in customized tributes including video memorials, themed coffins, unique venues, and music selections to reflect individual life stories.
Do you handle interstate or international repatriation?
Yes, we specialize in 24/7 repatriation services with global networks for transfers within Australia and internationally.
Can I pre-plan my funeral?
Yes, our free Personal Planning Guide helps document preferences, and we offer fixed-price pre-payment options protected by funeral bonds.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept credit cards, direct deposit, cash, and EFTPOS. No cheques are accepted for funeral payments.
Are viewings possible with cremation?
Yes, we encourage viewings before cremation. We can arrange private viewings and memorial ceremonies either before or after the cremation process.
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