Burke and Douglas Funerals

Burke and Douglas Funerals Personalising your loved one's farewell by arranging the funeral, explaining all options available and supporting you at this sensitive time.

Burke and Douglas Funerals is part of a network of funeral homes, cremation facilities and cemeteries owned by Propel Funeral Partners, which extends to all states of Australia, the Australian Capital Territory and New Zealand. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, Propel Funeral Partners is one of the largest providers of funeral and related services in Australia and New Zealand. Burke and Douglas Funerals began operating in 2019 when Tamworth’s two oldest Funeral Homes merged together to create one large firm to care for our community. The business is now managed and run by Paul Brooks. We still boast the most caring, understanding and sympathetic staff who will carry out the wishes of our clients to the best of their ability. We are aware that we only get one chance to carry out the wishes of each client and with this in mind we attend to every arrangement and funeral in detail. We treat all our deceased with the utmost dignity and privacy, as though they were family. Burke and Douglas Funerals is a member of the Australian Funeral Directors Association, an association which has represented professional funeral directors throughout Australia since 1935. The Australian Funeral Directors Association requires its members to abide by a code of ethics, designed to ensure quality premises, facilities and professional staff, thus ensuring the public a high standard of service. Our mortuary care is of the highest standard. We are completely open to all our customers, guiding them through the arranging process and informing them of costs and options involved. So continue with us and let us carry out yours and your loved ones wishes. Our phone will be answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

There are moments in life when we are reminded that family isn't always bound by blood. It's the friends we choose—those...
28/09/2025

There are moments in life when we are reminded that family isn't always bound by blood. It's the friends we choose—those who walk beside us in grief, sit quietly in our sorrow, and lift us gently back toward joy—who show us the true depth of love and connection. 🌿💛

At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we understand that remembering these cherished friendships is just as important as honoring family. In times of loss, it is often our friends who become the light guiding us through the darkness.

So, take a moment today to remember a dear friend—past or present—and hold their memory close. Because friendship, in its purest form, is a gift that carries us through.

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In life’s most tender moments, we find strength in honoring the beauty of a life well lived. Just as the Waratah blooms ...
27/09/2025

In life’s most tender moments, we find strength in honoring the beauty of a life well lived. Just as the Waratah blooms bold and bright, so too should every farewell be a true celebration — personal, powerful, and filled with grace.

At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we believe every life deserves to be remembered with dignity, compassion, and care. It’s not just a service. It’s a tribute to love, legacy, and the memories that never fade.

Let us help you honour your loved one with a farewell as unique and vibrant as the life they lived. 🌺

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In this life, it’s not the number of days we are given, but the moments that live on in the hearts of those we love. At ...
26/09/2025

In this life, it’s not the number of days we are given, but the moments that live on in the hearts of those we love. At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we believe every life tells a story — rich with laughter, love, and the quiet beauty of everyday moments.

We don’t just say goodbye. We celebrate the warmth of a familiar smile, the sound of a cherished laugh, the kindness that touched countless lives. Every service we hold is a gentle tribute to the little things that made someone truly unforgettable.

Because when someone leaves this world, their light doesn’t fade — it echoes in the lives they’ve touched. 💛

📍 Serving Tamworth & New England with compassion and care.

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Please find the notice of passing for the late Carol Ann Allen.
25/09/2025

Please find the notice of passing for the late Carol Ann Allen.

There’s a certain peace found in the quiet moments—a gentle walk through the garden, where sunlight filters through the ...
25/09/2025

There’s a certain peace found in the quiet moments—a gentle walk through the garden, where sunlight filters through the leaves and the world seems to pause. In that stillness, memories bloom.

As you walk, let each step carry a moment once shared… a laugh, a touch, a story whispered on the breeze. Though your loved one may no longer walk beside you, their spirit lingers in every petal, every ray of light, every cherished memory.

Take this time to reflect, to feel, and to honor a life well-lived. 💛

At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we’re here to help you celebrate those timeless connections with warmth, dignity, and care.

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In life’s quietest moments, there is great beauty. At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we understand the power of peace — the k...
25/09/2025

In life’s quietest moments, there is great beauty. At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we understand the power of peace — the kind that settles gently, like sunlight through eucalyptus leaves or a breeze that stirs without sound. 🌿

Our spaces are designed to offer calm, comfort, and reflection — where memories are honoured, and love lives on. In this sanctuary, hearts may ache, but they are never alone.

When words fall short, may serenity speak. 💛

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As the sun dips beneath the horizon, we are reminded that every ending holds the quiet promise of a new beginning. 🌄Much...
24/09/2025

As the sun dips beneath the horizon, we are reminded that every ending holds the quiet promise of a new beginning. 🌄

Much like a sunset, saying goodbye can be both tender and beautiful — a moment of stillness, reflection, and peace. At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we understand that a farewell is not just an end, but a gentle return to the light — a celebration of a life well lived and deeply loved.

With compassionate care and personalised service, we walk beside you, helping you honour your loved one with grace and meaning. Whether through traditional farewells, heartfelt tributes, or a peaceful resting place at Lincoln Grove Memorial Park, we are here to ensure that every goodbye feels like a soft sunrise on the soul.

Because even in loss, there is light. 🦋

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Mr. Vincent Pendergast. -Please note that this service will not be Liv...
24/09/2025

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Mr. Vincent Pendergast.

-Please note that this service will not be Livestreamed-

In every organisation, there are those who shine quietly—not with fanfare, but with steady hands and a heart full of pur...
23/09/2025

In every organisation, there are those who shine quietly—not with fanfare, but with steady hands and a heart full of purpose.

Meet Dudley Taylor.

With 17 years of experience in the funeral industry, Dudley brings calm, care, and quiet strength to every family he supports. Though not always in the spotlight, his behind-the-scenes dedication helps ensure that every farewell is handled with dignity and grace.

At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we’re grateful for team members like Dudley—professionals who embody compassion, integrity, and quiet excellence every single day.

Thank you, Dudley, for all that you do. 🌿

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Mrs. Susan Jacqueline Fogarty, affectionately known as 'Jaque'.In lieu...
19/09/2025

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Mrs. Susan Jacqueline Fogarty, affectionately known as 'Jaque'.

In lieu of floral tributes, it is Jacque's wish that a donation be made to Behind The Bear. A fundraiser to support Jack Schofield in his fight against cancer: https://give.rarecancers.org.au/fundraisers/jackschofieldptf?fbclid=IwY2xjawM5yJ1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFpSFdwMkZKdzFxYWI3cndSAR48m_EkOS2sy17EOIi6fvzbHs8weUVMJPmxnjBdiUJhMU9fhLoZkfYycOA1yw_aem_u_j1QdUaPU0UAY4mJiTB0g

- Please note that this service will not be livestreamed -

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45 Gunnedah Road
Tamworth, NSW
2340

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Burke and Douglas Funerals began operating in 2019 when Tamworth's two oldest Funeral Homes merged together to create one large firm to care for our community. The business is now managed and run by Paul Brooks. We still boast the most caring, understanding and sympathetic staff who will carry out the wishes of our clients to the best of their ability. We are aware that we only get one chance to carry out the wishes of each client and with this in mind we attend to every arrangement and funeral in detail. We treat all our deceased with the utmost dignity and privacy, as though they were family.

Our mortuary care is of the highest standard. We are completely open to all our customers, guiding them through the arranging process and informing them of costs and options involved. So continue with us and let us carry out yours and your loved ones wishes. Our phone will be answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.