What Are Memorial Services?
Memorial services are similar in format to traditional funerals but without the physical presence of the coffin. The focus is purely on honouring a person’s life through spoken tributes, storytelling, music, photographs, and videos, in a setting and timeframe that suits the family best. Memorials offer a gentle and comforting environment—ideal for those who find conventional funerals emotionally confronting or for families who need the flexibility of holding the service at a later date or in a special location.
Many families choose memorial funerals or pre-funeral services because they offer:
- Freedom to hold the service in a location that feels significant—such as a family home, garden, park, or special venue
- A time and date that is more suitable for example weekends or evenings
- The opportunity to celebrate a loved one after a private cremation or burial
An atmosphere focused entirely on remembrance, storytelling, and celebration of life - Option of our Company Registered Civil Celebrant or choice of another
Whether arranged soon after the passing or held weeks or months later, memorial funeral services provide an opportunity for collective healing and meaningful remembrance.
Our Memorial Funeral Services
At Academy Funerals, we take pride in offering fully tailored memorial services that reflect the wishes of your family and honour the life of the person who has passed.
Personalised Memorial Tributes
Every life tells a story. We can assist you in incorporating photos, videos, music, written tributes, and personal items to ensure the service reflects your loved one’s personality, values, and achievements.
Memorial Service Following Cremation or Burial
Many families choose to hold memorial funerals after a private cremation or burial. This allows time for relatives to travel or gather and can offer a more relaxed and comforting environment in which to say goodbye.
Memorial Service Without a Coffin Present
A key element of a memorial service is that the coffin is not physically present. This creates a gentle and peaceful setting focused on remembrance rather than formality and can provide comfort for those who find traditional funerals confronting.
Options for Live Streaming and Participation
If family or friends are unable to attend in person, we can arrange live streaming or recorded tributes, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be included in the memorial.
Why Families Choose Academy Funerals
As a Queensland family-owned and operated company, we have been serving the community since 1998. Our independence means we are not bound by corporate packages or sales targets, as we prioritise your family’s needs above all else.
Families choose us for our:
- Independently owned and operated structure
- Funeral arrangement services tailored to individual wishes
- Memorial funerals created with sincerity and compassion
- 24/7 support from our experienced funeral consultants
With decades of experience, we understand the importance of creating a respectful, personal, and comforting space where memories can be shared and cherished.
Begin Planning a Memorial Service
Choosing to hold a memorial is an important step in celebrating a life and providing comfort for those left behind. Whether you are making arrangements immediately following a passing or planning ahead, our caring team is here to support you with honesty, compassion, and complete professionalism.
To begin planning a personalised memorial service, please contact us at any time on 07 3261 8222, email mail@academyfunerals.com.au, or reach out to us online. Our team will guide you gently through the process and ensure your loved one’s memory is honoured with the dignity they deserve.