South Taranaki Funeral Services

04/02/2026

Words like these reflect the care and commitment we aim to provide every family.

“Throughout the whole process, Glenn and Sue were fantastic to deal with. They were extremely helpful, friendly, empathetic and understanding, and conducted everything in a very professional but caring manner.”

At South Taranaki Funeral Services, supporting whānau with genuine care, clarity and respect is something we take very seriously. Thank you for the trust placed in our team.

27/01/2026

When 4U Computer Solutions and The Hawera Club called for assistance to pick up their new 86-inch TV screen needed for a conference at the club, South Taranaki Funeral Services was only too happy to help.

26/01/2026

This month’s monumental special.

A striking Bahama Blue 550mm x 350mm teardrop plate on a matching 600mm x 300mm base, featuring stunning tones of blue, grey and purple. Each piece has unique colour variation, giving it depth, character and individuality. Inscribed and installed in the cemetery or urupā of your choice.

$3,995.00 incl. GST. Terms and conditions apply.

23/01/2026

Every family’s needs are different.

We’re here to support you with care, flexibility and guidance, every step of the way.

Here for you, when you need us most https://bit.ly/4sPPuNw

22/01/2026

For some farewells, space matters.

For very large services, external venues can be the best option, and we work closely with trusted local venues to ensure everything runs smoothly.

What matters most is that the space fits the farewell, not the other way around.

21/01/2026

When having everything in one place helps

For some families, having the service, gathering and farewell all in one location can help make an already emotional time feel a little simpler.

An on-site chapel can be ideal when families are looking for:
• A familiar, calm environment
• Fewer logistics to manage
• One location for family and guests
• Clear planning and coordination

Our on-site chapel here in Hawera is able to comfortably accommodate larger services, while we continue to support families who choose to hold services at churches, halls or other venues.

We’re here to listen, guide, and help make a meaningful service as smooth as possible for you and your whānau.

20/01/2026

Choosing the right space for your farewell

For many families, having a chapel on site offers comfort, familiarity, and simplicity.

As a full-service venue, we’re able to host services on site in our chapel, which can seat up to 200 people, making it the largest on-site funeral space in South Taranaki.

For larger gatherings, we also work closely with trusted external venues to ensure every farewell is supported in the space that best suits each family.

Explore our space here https://bit.ly/49w4kBg

17/01/2026

We’ve had a fantastic afternoon at the Pihama Bowling Club and are proud to sponsor their Triple Bowls Competition.

Sponsoring wonderful country-based clubs like this helps keep our smaller communities strong. South Taranaki Funeral Services is pleased to care for all our communities.

15/01/2026

Fresh, clean, and ready to welcome our community 👍

Being a full-service venue means there’s always maintenance happening behind the scenes, so we’ve kicked off the year with a deep clean of the carpets across our spaces.

15/01/2026

Photos from our Christmas Community Remembrance Service, held on 3 December 2025.

These images were captured by the late Petra Finer. We share them with gratitude and in remembrance. ✨

10/12/2025

https://www.southtaranakifunerals.co.nz/finer-petra-marie/
The owners and staff of South Taranaki Funeral Services extend their deepest and heartfelt condolences to the family of Petra. At the start of our business, Petra became part of our team as a contractor with her company CC Me and in doing so became a dedicated and lifelong friend. Her friendship, expertise, kindness, and desire to see others succeed; and to want the best for others and her community made her a true asset to South Taranaki and indeed our firm. Thank you, Petra for all you did for us, for your kind and caring nature, for always going the extra mile, and most of all for being the kind of friend any of us would count our blessings to have. You will be remembered with love by us always.
With love from Glenn, John and the team.

Passed away unexpectedly on Friday 5th December 2025.  Aged 40 years. Dearly loved and loving wife of Keith.  Devoted mum of Caleb, Emma, and Ethan. Cherished daughter of Peter and Vicki Gulliver and loved sister and best friend of Justin. Much loved daughter-in-law of Jim and Marilyn, and sister-...

01/12/2025

Glenn caught up with Reverend Gibbs from St Mary’s Anglican Church to chat about our upcoming Community Christmas Remembrance Service as well as the importance of counseling services with Te Ara Pae or another trusted service. If you are struggling, please reach out and ask for support, if you think someone else is struggling then please don’t be afraid to ask them as you may just save a life. If you have some time available and you’d like to attend our Remembrance Service then we’ll see you this Wednesday 6.30pm at the funeral home on High Street.