The Wilson Funeral Home

23/02/2026

A funeral doesn’t fix grief, but it helps honour a life and mark the moment everything changes. At its heart, a funeral is an act of love for the person who died, and for those left behind.

If you would like more information about planning a farewell, visit twfh.co.nz or phone: 04 389 6069

A funeral doesn’t “fix” grief.
The pain doesn’t disappear after the service.
But it does something deeply important:
It marks the moment life changes, the moment we step into the “after.”
It’s the community saying:
“You mattered. You changed us. You will be carried forward.”
At its heart, a funeral is an act of love.
For the person who died.
And for everyone left behind.

If you’re planning a farewell (or thinking about your own wishes), talk to a Funeral Directors Association member firm https://funeraldirectors.co.nz/arranging-a-funeral/find-a-funeral-director/

Because saying goodbye properly matters.

09/02/2026

Have you ever felt like a death didn’t feel “real” at first?
The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand latest blog, “How funerals help you accept death emotionally, not just intellectually”, explores how a meaningful farewell can gently turn disbelief into a shared goodbye and support early healing.

Link to the blog is in the comments section.💚

Have you ever felt like it didn’t feel “real” at first?
This month’s "𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐩𝐭 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲, 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲" blog explains how funerals can help turn disbelief into a shared goodbye and support emotional acceptance and early healing.

09/02/2026

In this second part of a two-part series, Skylight Trust explores how preschoolers, primary-aged children, older children and teenagers may express loss, and offers clear, age-appropriate ways you can support them.

You can read Part 2 here: https://wix.to/ZQ2rqNU

This 2-part series explores what grief can look like for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, primary school children, older children and teenagers. We also offer clear, age-appropriate ideas to help you support them.

29/01/2026

Grief shows up differently at every age, and so does the kind of support children need.

In this first part of a two-part series, Skylight Trust looks at how babies, toddlers, preschoolers, primary-aged children and teenagers may express loss, and offers clear, age-appropriate ways you can support them. You can read the article here: https://wix.to/w253iOU

Please feel free to share with any caregivers, teachers or whānau who might find this helpful.

This 2-part series explores what grief can look like for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, primary school children, older children and teenagers. We also offer clear, age-appropriate ideas to help you support them.

22/01/2026

Funeral care at The Wilson Funeral Home is built on compassion, transparency, and the freedom to make informed decisions that feel right for you. twfh.co.nz

17/01/2026

Would you like to visit someone at Mākara Cemetery? catch our monthly bus service on Wednesday, 21 January 🚌❤️
𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: https://wilsonfunerals.co.nz/our.../makara-bus-service/

01/01/2026

Making funeral arrangements can feel overwhelming. Our funeral directors provide gentle guidance and support to help you make informed choices that honour your loved one’s life and wishes.

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24/12/2025

⭐🎄 Meri Kirihimete! The staff at The Wilson Funeral Home wish you and your family a very safe and happy Christmas. 🎄⭐

14/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us on Friday for our annual Christmas Service, A Time to Remember, at Old St Paul's.

It was a beautiful evening of reflection, music, and shared memories, and we felt truly honoured that so many of you came whether with family, a friend, or quietly on your own.

Our sincere gratitude also goes to those who led and participated in the service: Brian Ross, David Trott, Rebecca Stanton, Archie Ferguson, Sophie Roberts, Fr Michael McCabe and to Old St Paul’s for so generously offering this special place for us all to gather. ✨🎄

14/12/2025

Would you like to visit someone at Mākara Cemetery? catch our monthly bus service on Wednesday, 17 December 🚌❤️

𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: https://wilsonfunerals.co.nz/our-resourses/makara-bus-service/

10/12/2025

A gentle reminder that our Christmas Memorial Service is happening tomorrow. If you’re looking for a quiet space to remember a loved one, reflect, or simply be surrounded by others who understand, we would love to welcome you.

Friday 12 December at 6:30pm
Old St Paul's, Thorndon

Everyone is welcome. 🎄✨

08/11/2025

Whether you’re planning a simple ceremony or a bespoke memorial, we are here to guide and support you every step of the way. twfh.co.nz