Academy Funeral Services

Academy Funeral Services "When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure"

Academy Funeral Services has been an integral part of the local community for more than 30 years. Originally located in the central city, the firm was established by Peter Lawrence and Geoffrey Hall in 1982. Three years later it moved to a new location on Main South Road, where it was set up in premises previously used as a church. With his professional and caring approach Peter Lawrence established a rapport with people that has continued on through the qualified, experienced team at Academy Funeral Services, all of whom are gifted with the ‘people skills’ so important for their work. The chapel, reception lounge and catering facilities at Academy Funeral Services are modern and comfortable, while outside the award-winning landscaped gardens featuring fountains and ponds provide a beautiful and peaceful environment – the perfect setting for a funeral service.

There’s no greater pain than losing a loved one. But when someone dear to you passes away, you and your family don’t hav...
23/09/2025

There’s no greater pain than losing a loved one. But when someone dear to you passes away, you and your family don’t have to carry the weight of the funeral arrangements alone.

Our compassionate, experienced team of funeral directors in Upper Riccarton, Christchurch will gently guide you through the entire funeral process to make this difficult time a little bit easier.

We’ll take care of the arrangements with compassion and respect so you can focus on your family and friends, sharing fond memories of your loved one, and beginning to process your loss.

The gorgeous Hagley Park in Spring, a good time to think about pre arranging your funeral wishes for your family. Our ca...
22/09/2025

The gorgeous Hagley Park in Spring, a good time to think about pre arranging your funeral wishes for your family. Our caring team are always available to meet with you at your home, our premises or over a coffee at a coffee shop💚

Suffrage Day 2025 is on Friday, September 19, 2025, marking 132 years since New Zealand became the first nation to grant...
18/09/2025

Suffrage Day 2025 is on Friday, September 19, 2025, marking 132 years since New Zealand became the first nation to grant all women the right to vote. Aotearoa New Zealand celebrates this day to honor the contributions of women in advancing women's rights and to commemorate the 1893 Electoral Act. Various events and commemorations are being held across the country, including a formal event at the Kate Sheppard National Memorial in Christchurch.
What is Suffrage Day?
Suffrage Day commemorates the historic moment on September 19, 1893, when the Electoral Act was passed, giving women the right to vote.
It is a day to celebrate the achievements of the women's suffrage movement and to acknowledge the ongoing efforts to achieve true equality for women and girls in New Zealand.

Capture and cherish a memory of your loved one by having their fingerprint put into one of Fingerprint Memories beautifu...
16/09/2025

Capture and cherish a memory of your loved one by having their fingerprint put into one of Fingerprint Memories beautiful creations. A moment lasts for seconds but the memories last forever 💖

Su***de is a major public health challenge, with more than 700,000 deaths each year globally.In New Zealand, su***de is ...
09/09/2025

Su***de is a major public health challenge, with more than 700,000 deaths each year globally.
In New Zealand, su***de is a devastating issue that affects families and communities – on average, over 500 people lose their lives to su***de each year.
World Su***de Prevention Day is a chance to come together to reduce stigma, raise awareness, and show that help is always within reach.
At Lifeline Aotearoa, we’re here to support New Zealanders with free, confidential support via 0800 LIFELINE and the Su***de Crisis Helpline 0508 TAUTOKO. With your support, we can continue to be there when it matters most.
Together, we can ensure that no one has to face their darkest moment alone.

Another productive day in Academy Funeral Services gardens by Claire and Kelvin.
08/09/2025

Another productive day in Academy Funeral Services gardens by Claire and Kelvin.

Sharyn is one of our funeral directors, "I feel it is a privilege to look after families at a time when they need perso...
03/09/2025

Sharyn is one of our funeral directors, "I feel it is a privilege to look after families at a time when they need personal support and guidance. To help them make the decisions that will enable them to say good-bye to their loved one in their own personal way" 💚

Kelvin one of our funeral directors has been with Academy Funeral Services since 2005. Kelvin is a qualified embalmer gr...
03/09/2025

Kelvin one of our funeral directors has been with Academy Funeral Services since 2005. Kelvin is a qualified embalmer graduating in 2007, and a qualified Funeral Director graduating in 2014 💚

George, 20 years with Academy Funeral Services, what an achievement 😍
31/08/2025

George, 20 years with Academy Funeral Services, what an achievement 😍

Mother's Day is a special day celebrating our mothers, be they biological, a mother figure, a parent, a women who look a...
11/05/2025

Mother's Day is a special day celebrating our mothers, be they biological, a mother figure, a parent, a women who look after us. As wonderful as Mother's Day can be, for many, it's a time to remember their mothers who have passed.

Today, we celebrate all mothers and remember those who are no longer with us. Their love lives on in us.

Poppy week.
29/04/2025

Poppy week.

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65 Main South Road, Upper Riccarton
Christchurch
8042

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+64 3-343 0919

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