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Gillions Funeral Services is based in Dunedin, and provides a comprehensive funeral service to the Dunedin and wider Otago areas.

Gillions Funeral Services is Dunedin's oldest family owned full service funeral home. We service the wider Otago area, from Palmerston in the north, Lawrence and Roxburgh in Central Otago, to Milton and Balclutha in the south.Our services cover every aspect of dealing with a death, from the initial transfer and funeral planning, through to the actual funeral and post-funeral decisions.Several orga

nisations and individuals need to be contacted in order to arrange a funeral service. We will liaise with them and organise all the details, as well as take care of the legal requirements and registering the death.We can advise on choosing between burial or cremation, and on your loved one’s final resting place. We also offer relocation services, both nationally and internationally.Our service is always offered with the highest levels of personal attention and empathy; we understand the difficult and stressful time families go through at the time of death.Gillions Funeral Services is a member of The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand and a foundation member of New Zealand Independent Funeral Homes.

10/05/2025

For those grieving the loss of their mum, today may bring a mix of love, longing, and heartache.

At Gillions, we understand that grief doesn’t follow a calendar — and special days like this can stir up memories and emotions that feel overwhelming.

We hold space for you today.

We honour your love, your loss, and your ongoing connection.

With compassion, respect, and care — you are not alone. 💐

06/05/2025

As Mother’s Day approaches, we’re thinking of those who are missing their mums.

This time of year can be especially tender for those carrying grief. Whether your loss is recent or many years past, your love and your pain are valid.

At Gillions, we honour the enduring bond between mother and child — and we stand with you in compassion and care as this day draws near.

Be gentle with yourself. 💛

24/04/2025

Lest we forget

20/04/2025

17/04/2025

The team of "Good Eggs' at Gillions wish you all a very safe and Happy Easter.

Remember, we are here for you 24/7, 7 days a week

Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand

16/04/2025

If you have been keeping up with the news lately you may have noticed several distressing stories about a lack of care demonstrated by some funeral directors when being contracted by bereaved families after the loss of their loved one.

There is no government regulatory authority for funeral directors in New Zealand but all funeral directors must comply with legal requirements around care of the deceased as specified in the Burials and Cremations Act.

In addition, there are requirements for fair pricing and contracts under the Fair Trading Act, as well as obligations that apply under the Consumer Guarantees Act.

We are members of the Funeral Directors Association so sign up to the ethics and standards that are part of our membership.

We know that transparency of pricing is important along with ensuring that the options chosen work with families’ budgets. We regularly provide detailed pricing estimates along with information to help with farewell planning.

Our many years of experience have also shown us that it is important to be looking at the ‘big picture’ when choosing a service provider.

When you engage Gillions to look after arrangements for your loved one you will have the comfort and assurance that they will be well looked after from the time we
transfer them to our care until the time we take them to the crematorium or cemetery.

Our care for you continues beyond this time as we know that grief does not have a time limit.

09/04/2025

In today’s digital world, the way we remember and honour loved ones is evolving.

Virtual memorials, online tribute pages, and recorded messages allow families to preserve stories, share memories, and keep connections alive across generations.

Digital legacies—such as saved photos, videos, and heartfelt messages—offer a lasting tribute that can bring comfort and reflection.

At Gillions, we understand the importance of keeping memories alive in meaningful ways, both online and in person.

However you choose to honour a life, what matters most is ensuring love and legacy endure.

02/04/2025

A legacy isn’t just what we leave behind—it’s the impact we make and the memories we share.

Whether through heartfelt letters, recorded messages, or charitable giving, we can shape how we are remembered.

Taking time to document your values, wisdom, and wishes can bring comfort to loved ones and ensure your story lives on.

Families can also create meaningful tributes, like planting a tree, supporting a cause, or crafting a special memorial.

At Gillions, we believe in honouring life’s journey and helping families create legacies that truly reflect the people they love.

How would you like to be remembered?

26/03/2025

It is a conversation we put off time after time, it's hard to think about the end of someone's life, and what the end of life care they would want. It just makes things too real; it can bring up previous grief, but it is a conversation that needs to be had.

Avoiding it doesn’t make it any easier. It just makes it harder

Knowing your loved ones' wishes gives a sense of peace.

Call us and make a time to meet with our team and we will guide you through exploring options for yourself or your loved ones. We aim to help make those conversations easier.

19/03/2025

Kiwis love our pets, and it shows, because a recent study shows that we grieve our pets as much as family members.

The full study can be viewed here, thanks to the Grief Centre

https://www.griefcentre.org.nz/site_files/28468/upload_files/NationalGriefSurvey2024-Griefanddeath.pdf

Address

407 Hillside Road, South
Dunedin
9012

Telephone

+6434552128

Website

http://www.gillions.co.nz/

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Gillions Funeral Services is based in Dunedin. We service the wider Otago area and cover every aspect of dealing with a death of a loved one, from the initial transfer and funeral planning, through to the actual funeral and post-funeral decisions.

We have a full range of facilities here at 407 Hillside Road providing a wrap-around service for families. We have the resources and experience to organise anything from the simplest farewell through to large and complex funerals. Our chapel is equipped with hearing loop technology, seating for 200 with overflow spaces, and excellent recording and live streaming capability. We also have a reception lounge, offices, and viewing rooms. Our comprehensive mortuary care facilities means that we can offer the full range of care options including eco care. We also offer relocation services, both nationally and internationally.

We work with all budgets and can tailor a farewell that meets your needs. Our staff are trained and qualified and our firm is a member of the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand (FDANZ), and the New Zealand Independent Funeral Homes (NZIFH).

Our service is always offered with the highest levels of personal attention and empathy; we understand the difficult and stressful time families go through at the time of death.