This is a personal choice, but memorialisation is an important part of the grieving process and provides a connection for friends and family as well as for future generations. Memorialisation can include a niche wall or garden or placement within a family grave. Some families choose to divide the ashes to keep at home as well as creating a permanent tribute at the cemetery.
Cremation - A personal choice
Cremation is an affordable option, has a reduced environmental impact, and fits with most religious beliefs. It is gaining in popularity as Sydney burial land becomes scarce and the price of burials continues to climb. The range of options for cremation memorials enables families to create a personal and lasting tribute for future generations.
Cremation Services
Since our first cremation in 2007, we have pride ourselves on providing a first-class cremation service that ensures your loved one is cared for with the utmost dignity and respect.
Our crematoria offer a peaceful and modern environment where we take great care of our families. As our end-to-end cremation process is solely managed by us, we can attentively monitor each step of the operation.
The cremation service is made even easier with onsite chapels and condolence lounges centrally located at Rookwood and Liverpool. An outdoor pavilion is available at Kemps Creek.
We offer exceptional care, affordability and the ability to personalise the cremation memorial and celebrate your life the way you want.
Contact Us
To arrange a cremation for a loved one that has passed away or to pre-purchase your cremation service, call our team on (02) 9826 2273 and our experienced staff can guide you through each step of the way.
Sydney Crematorium
Crematorium Viewing Rooms
Should you choose to witness the cremation as part of your journey to saying goodbye, our facilities at Rookwood and Kemps Creek offer a private and peaceful space to reflect upon the life of your loved one.
Facilities + Quality Control
The Sydney Crematorium at Kemps Creek is a state-of-the-art facility that opened in early 2023 and uses the latest modern technology to minimise the impact on the environment.
Having full control over the operational process, enables us to ensure rigorous identity controls throughout the cremation service, offering complete peace of mind from the moment your loved one arrives at our premises.
FAQ's about Cremation
Is Cremation more expensive than Burial?
Cremation is cheaper than burial, and we offer the most affordable cremation services in Sydney. Memorialisation is an additional cost but there are many personal options available for different budgets.
Does the cremation take place immediately sfter the funeral?
The cremation will follow as soon as is practicably possible, (by law, the cremation must take place within 48 hours.)
Are there facilities available at the Cemetery to gather aftweoods?
The Mary, Mother of Mercy Chapel and Crematorium has an adjoining condolence lounge specially designed to enable both small and large groups to gather. There is also a smaller lounge at the Sacred Heart Chapel for more intimate gatherings. From refreshments to full service catering can be arranged. Liverpool Cemetery also has chapel and condolence lounges to follow a cremation service.
Can Catholics be cremated?
Yes, cremation has been acceptable since 1963, and we should respect the remains in the same way we do burial. Families have the option of celebrating the Eucharist or simply a funeral liturgy within our Catholic Chapels. Others may prefer to celebrate mass in their local parish church, and conduct the cremation at the crematorium.
I am not Catholic, can I still use the services of Catholic Cemeteries + Crematoria?
Yes, Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria is open to the Christian community and we can assist you with finding a clergy to conduct your service if required.
How do I know if I have the right cremated remains?
The coffin is identified with a label which follows the coffin throughout the entire procedure. Only one cremation is ever carried out in a chamber at one time and the remains are withdrawn from the chamber before it can be used again.
Is the coffin cremated with the body and is there more than one coffin cremated at one time?
The coffin is cremated with the body and the size of the cremator does not permit more than one coffin to be cremated at any given time.
How long after cremation do I have to wait to pick up the remains?
Generally they are available with 24 hrs of the cremation taking place.
What do you recommend for the final memorial of cremated remains?
The Catholic Church believe cremated remains should be treated with the same respect with which we treat the body, so cremated remains should be placed in a family grave, crypt, niche wall or cemetery garden and memorialised by a headstone or plaque.
Is it true that Pacemakers or radioactive implants must be removed before cremation?
Yes, these implants can explode at high temperatures, not only causing damage to the cremator, but also placing crematorium staff at risk.