
21/07/2025
From ‘bean counter’ to undertaker — Malcolm’s unexpected calling
In 2012, Malcolm Pittendrigh was working in finance with The Salvation Army’s Aged Care team when he asked a bold question around the boardroom table:
“What if we offered funerals?”
That spark of an idea — guided by prayer, research, and compassion — became “Salvos Funerals”.
Since launching, Malcolm has helped lead a service that has supported more than 4,000 families with affordable, dignified care during one of life’s most vulnerable moments.
Now operating across NSW, ACT, Melbourne, Perth and Southeast Queensland, Salvos Funerals continues to grow — grounded in compassion.
“The Lord equipped me accordingly and instilled in me a passion for serving families in this way.”