Betts Funeral Services

23/05/2026

Come along to Hospice South Canterbury this Wednesday for a chat about what we do and how we help the families in our community, we’d love to see you there 🤍

24/04/2026

Why are they selling poppies, Mum?
Selling poppies in town today.
The poppies, child, are flowers of love.
For the men who marched away.

But why have they chosen a poppy, Mum?
Why not a beautiful rose?
Because my child, men fought and died
In the fields where the poppies grow.

But why are the poppies so red, Mum?
Why are the poppies so red?
Red is the colour of blood, my child.
The blood that our soldiers shed.

The heart of the poppy is black, Mum.
Why does it have to be black?
Black, my child, is the symbol of grief.
For the men who never came back.

John F Wilcocks

Photo - this morning’s beautiful service in Fairlie

Mackenzie District RSA

24/02/2026

Thanks for having us West End (Timaru) Bowling Club! Looking forward to seeing you all next week! 🏆

Big shout out to Gleniti Autos who kindly sponsored a gift basket for the social bowls raffle won by the team from Betts Funeral Services.

10/04/2025

NZ Wool 😊🐑 We proudly stock Natural Legacy Caskets and urns from Exquisite Wool Traders for those wanting a natural fibre alternative, or to embrace the rich heritage of our New Zealand wool industry. With three whole fleeces of wool in each casket, these beautifully soft and sustainable caskets and urns are crafted with the utmost precision and attention to detail.

03/04/2025

These award-winning contemporary urns are a step away from the traditional urns we are all accustomed to. They are made in New Zealand by Return to Sender Caskets from untreated and sustainably sourced timber, using water-based, environmentally friendly finishes. Assembled and finished by hand, we are proud to work with this dynamic company to offer this beautiful option to the families in our care.

25/03/2025

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We have recently started working with Hokitika Glass Studio to create these beautiful paperweights that incorporate your loved one's ashes (including pet ashes). They come in any colour you wish, and we can organise it all for you. Prices start at $240. Call us to find out more, or call in to see our sample at our office, 33 North Street, Timaru.

13/03/2025

🌼 GIVEAWAY 🌼

A beautiful, lasting and memorable gift to leave for family and friends. Wouldn’t it be amazing if we all had these books of memories, thoughts and plans for when the time comes for those left behind, to treasure, comfort and guide us 🩷
We have 10 of these to give away, comment below 👇🏼 if you would like one to gift (or use for yourself).
These retail at Betts for $15, for every familiy to write their story.

03/03/2025

Fingerprint jewellery is a beautiful way to remember your loved one, being able to hold and and carry this touching memento of them daily. We are very fortunate to work with Kiley at A Sparrow's Touch to create these beautiful pieces 💕

03/02/2025

Look what just arrived on our courier! 👀 This incredible New Zealand crafted rugby ball urn has come from our friends at UrnCraft. We also have a few others in stock, each urn is a one off piece and an beautiful way to honour and remember a loved one.

01/12/2024

🎄 On Saturday the Betts team attempted to play a round of golf for our annual Xmas catch up. There were some concerns half way through the first hole that we hadn’t brought enough golf balls 🙈 So many laughs, some great shots, a few sideways glances from club members at some very amateur golf being played, and a fantastic day out thanks to Warren Leslie and Pleasant Point Golf. Congratulations to player of the day Gary! GaryandKim Burtenshaw 🏆 ⛳️