Richmond Funeral Home

19/06/2025

'Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori'

As we celebrate Matariki and the Māori New Year today, we also remember those we have lost in the past year.
Pohutukawa is the star that connects Matariki to the deceased and is the reason people would cry out the names of the dead and weep when Matariki was seen rising in the early morning. It is through Pohutukawa that we remember those who have died in the year just gone.

24/04/2025

E kore rātou e kaumātuatia
Pēnei i a tātou kua mahue nei
E kore hoki rātou e ngoikore
Ahakoa pehea i ngā āhuatanga o te wā
I te hekenga atu o te rā
Tae noa ki te aranga mai i te ata
Ka maumahara tonu tātou ki a rātou.
Ka maumahara tonu tātou ki a rātou.

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun, and in the morning,
We will remember them.
We will remember them.

24/04/2025

Richmond Funeral Home team supporting our local communities attending the Martinborough dawn service.

22/04/2025

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Catholic Community and all those grieving the loss of His Holiness Pope Francis. Requiescat in pace - Rest in peace.

19/03/2025

Grieving families deserve the highest ethical care during their most difficult moments. Unfortunately, recent incidents in Auckland and Waikato highlight that not all funeral directors are meeting these crucial standards. As the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand, we’ve long established clear guidelines to ensure families receive the care, dignity, and respect they deserve.
It's essential to trust a funeral provider that puts the family first, provides transparent estimates, and delivers professional care for your loved one. Our members adhere to these principles, ensuring that every step of the process honours your wishes and needs.
Families deserve to know that their loved ones are in safe, caring hands.

13/01/2025

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas from our team at Richmond Funeral Home . We wish you a safe and happy day spent with those you love.

Our thoughts go to those who are missing someone today 🎄

02/10/2024

On Tuesday we attended the Ageing with Attitude Expo 2024 exceptionally well run by Age Concern Wairarapa. When visitors visited our stand we took their name and number for a prize draw for 1 of 3 $25 gift voucher of their choice. Due to the overwhelming success and number we decided to increase to 10 draws of $25 congratulations to the winners. your vouchers to Almos Bookshop, Paper plus, Dish Cafe, New World and Mobil are on the way to you.
Thank you for attending and taking the time to talk with us.

30/09/2024

It's that special time again where Richmond Funeral Home take part in the Age Concern Wairarapa Expo. Come along tomorrow to the Masterton War Memorial Stadium from 10am to 4pm. Check out our homemade Triple Choclate Cookies and Shortbread. Watch this space tomorrow for live updates

23/09/2024

It's Mental Health Awareness Week.
It's now "Take The Time To Talk" and check in with your family, friends and neighbours. Most importantly don't forget to check in with yourself.
The team at Richmond Funeral Home are here to help and support you in many ways,
Feel free to pop in or give us a call.

19/08/2024

W I N D S O R C A S K E T D I S P L A Y

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Introducing the Solid Lincoln Mahogany.

We are thrilled to feature the stunning Chapel stained glass window. The brief given to Barry Sears of Barry Sears Glass was to design an abstract view of the Wairarapa Valley – “something unique and local”.

The centre section from the bottom up leads from the deep rugged sea of cook strait into Lake Ferry and Lake Wairarapa with the meandering rivers and the townships of Martinborough, Featherston, Greytown, Carterton and Masterton flanked with ranges and hills as you move up the valley.

Daffodils, windmills, native bush and grapes identify some of the various areas of the Wairarapa and the landmark lighthouses of Cape Palliser and Castlepoint highlight the Wairarapa coast and the Pacific Ocean.

This window shows the perfection in skill, craftmanshio, workmanship, professionalism, and outstanding dedication which highlights the absolute same with Windsor Industries and the stunning craftsmanship of these caskets.