Compassionate Care for Families in the Inner West
The Inner West is where character-filled streets and leafy laneways hum with the stories of generations. Marc and his family share a deep connection with this vibrant part of Sydney.
In 1895, Marc’s ancestor on his grandmother’s side, Thomas James Andrews, established TJ Andrews on Enmore Road, Newtown. It became a well-known name in the area. When Marc was entrusted with managing the sale of the Newtown premises in 2011, he uncovered a unique piece of local history. One of the buildings on the property was reputed to have been the Newtown stationmaster’s residence.
Though the business is no longer in family hands, Marc’s affection for the Inner West remains strong. His ancestors are buried at St Stephen’s Anglican Church. His grandmother trained as a nurse at RPA Hospital, where two of his children were later born.
Before founding Marc and Friends, Marc had the privilege of caring for families on the Inner West at various times since 2004. Over the years, he has supported families in and around Abbotsford, Alexandria, Annandale, Ashfield, Balmain, Burwood, Camperdown, Concord, Croydon, Drummoyne, Dulwich Hill, Erskineville, Five Dock, Forest Lodge, Glebe, Haberfield, Homebush, Marrickville, Newtown, Petersham, Strathfield, Summer Hill, and others areas in this part of Sydney.
Funeral at a Crematorium
The closest crematoriums include:
Among the options at Rookwood, Rookwood General Cemetery is recommended. It offers affordable services and a modern chapel. The All Souls Chapel accommodates 100 guests inside with covered overflow seating for 40 more. External screens ensure everyone can follow the service.
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Funeral at a Cemetery
Nearby cemeteries include:
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Funeral at a Church
Followed by a Cremation
Families holding a funeral at a church before cremation usually choose for the cremation to take place later, unattended. Cremation typically occurs in South-Western Sydney, but can also be arranged at:
Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park
Rookwood Memorial Gardens and Crematorium
Sydney Crematorium, Rookwood Catholic Cemetery
Another location (additional fees apply)
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Followed by a Burial
For burials at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park, Macquarie Park Cemetery, or another cemetery, families may also arrange a function at the cemetery afterward.
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Services for up to 500 Guests
For larger gatherings, Marrickville Town Hall is a well-known option. Marc and Friends are familiar with services at this venue. While on-site parking is limited, guests can park on surrounding streets.
Service Options with Personal Touches and Care
Whatever arrangements you choose — whether a cremation-only service, a funeral and cremation, or a funeral and burial — we offer thoughtful touches of care.
How We Care for Every Family
Each cremation includes a choice of urns, suitable for keeping or for scattering with dignity if desired.
Every burial includes a basket of rose petals for family and friends to sprinkle on the coffin or casket.
Families arranging a funeral can also choose from coffins and caskets offered at cost, including a distinctive option locally handcrafted from recycled timber.
From the welcome table on the day of the service, we offer quiet care from the very first moment.
Whether or not you choose to have a funeral service, our support continues gently in the weeks that follow, through thoughtful aftercare.
Thanks to families who pay the usual fee, we’re also able to extend the same level of care to those in financial need.
After reading about how we care for each family, choose the path that feels right for yours:
Cremation-Only with Personal Touches and Care
Some families seek a simple, efficient cremation. Others value having time to share stories and memories with us along the way.
Whatever your needs, we’re here to support you with thoughtful care — not just with the arrangements.
Most families we’ve helped choose cremation in South-Western Sydney. It’s the most cost-effective option, and your loved one’s ashes will be returned with care. Collection, delivery, or postage is included at no extra cost.
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Standard total (including GST): $2,699
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Expenses — costs paid to those we work with
Transfer into our care, anytime day or night | 340
Cremation-only coffin | 200
Death certificate | 75
Cremation Permit by Medical Referee Doctor* | 110
Cremation Advice by GP, charges typically range from 0 to 200*| 0
Cremation-only (in Sydney) | 565
Cremation levy | 45
Our Fees — including our margin
Professional services for Cremation-Only, with choice of dignified urns and contribution to Subsidised Funeral Support^ | 1,364
Total (inc GST) $2,699
*We only pass on these fees if they are charged to us.
^ We believe a funeral is a service before it’s a business — so we set aside part of what we receive to help families in need.
If applicable, the pre-paid administration fee is $350.
Cremation can also take place at Rookwood Memorial Gardens and Crematorium, Sydney Crematorium (within Rookwood Catholic Cemetery), or another crematorium of your choosing — though this would involve a higher fee.
Funeral Options with Personal Touches and Care
What’s Included in Every Funeral Arrangement
Whether followed by cremation or burial, each funeral arrangement includes everything needed for a meaningful service:
Transfer into our care
Paperwork for burial or cremation*
Flowers
Richmond coffin
Celebrant, minister, pastor, or priest
Death certificate
Funeral staff^
*Cremation paperwork sometimes involves varied external fees, depending on medical and legal requirements. Our prices include the most common fee. We will guide you clearly if any additional costs apply.
^Additional funeral staff may be needed in some situations (for example, large services or sites with limited access). If so, we will discuss this with you beforehand.
You may already have something clear in mind.
Otherwise, feel free to scroll for local options or click the link below for more guidance.
Funeral at a Church
We can arrange for the service to be held at your own church.
Or, if you would like us to help find one for you, we can assist with that too.
If the service is held in a church, a donation to the church may be requested, typically starting from $200.
One of the advantages of holding the service at a church is time.
Unlike at a crematorium, there is usually no strict time limit at a church, allowing for a less hurried and more thoughtful farewell.
Funeral at a Church
Followed by a Cremation
Families holding a funeral at a church before cremation usually choose for the cremation to take place later, unattended. Cremation typically occurs in South-Western Sydney, but can also be arranged at:
Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park
Rookwood Memorial Gardens and Crematorium
Sydney Crematorium, Rookwood Catholic Cemetery
Another location (additional fees apply)
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Church Service followed by Cremation
Most families choose for the cremation to take place afterwards, unattended, at less expense in Sydney.
By not needing to travel to a crematorium — as is now most common — families can stay together at the church or gather elsewhere for refreshments, without feeling rushed.
The ashes are normally available on the Central Coast within a week, in an urn of your choosing.
Total Service followed by Cremation (including GST): $6,499
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Expenses — costs paid to those we work with
Transfer into our care, anytime day or night | 340
Care facility accomodation | 220
Compassionate Preparation of Loved One | 215
Standard coffin (Richmond) | 440
Hearse hire and driver | 575
Unattended cremation # | 610
Premium small floral tribute | 370
Minister, Pastor or Priest, suggested donation starting from | 450
Death certificate | 75
Cremation Permit by Medical Referee Doctor | 110
Cremation advice by GP, charges typically range from 0 to 200*| 0
Our Fees — including our margin
Professional services for funeral and cremation — arranging all services, two to three funeral staff, guest book, choice of urns, before and after care, and contribution to Subsidised Funeral Support^ | 3,094
Additional staff member ($300, if required)
Total (including GST) | $6,499
# Prices vary from one crematorium to another but we generally absorb the difference if a local crematorium is chosen.
*We only pass on these fees if they are charged to us.
^ We believe a funeral is a service before it’s a business — so we set aside part of what we receive to help families in need.
If applicable, the pre-paid administration fee is $350.
Church Service followed by Burial
There are a few different options when a church service is part of the day.
Some families choose to have the funeral service at the church, followed by the burial at the cemetery — providing a natural continuity between the two moments.
Others choose to have a private service at the cemetery before a public service at the church, which can make arranging refreshments and gatherings easier.
The total below excludes grave, interment, chapel and other cemetery fees.
Total Service followed by Burial (including GST): $6,099
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Expenses — costs paid to those we work with
Transfer into our care, anytime day or night | 340
Care facility accommodation | 220
Compassionate Preparation of Loved One | 215
Richmond coffin | 440
Hearse hire and driver | 575
Premium small floral tribute from | 370
Civil celebrant, Minister, Priest or Pastor from | 450
Death certificate | 75
Our Fees — including our margin
Professional services for funeral and cremation — arranging all services, three funeral staff aside from hearse driver, guest book, before and after care, and contribution to Subsidised Funeral Support^ | 3,414
Total without cemetery fees (inc GST): $6,099
^ We believe a funeral is a service before it’s a business — so we set aside part of what we receive to help families in need.
If applicable, the pre-paid administration fee for our services is $350.
Funeral Followed by Cremation
You may already have something clear in mind.
Otherwise, feel free to scroll for local options or click the link below for more guidance.
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Service at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park
A funeral service held in the South or West Chapel at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park, followed by cremation.
Total (including GST): $6,999
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Expenses — costs paid to those we work with
Transfer into our care, anytime day or night | 340
Care facility accomodation | 220
Compassionate Preparation of Loved One | 215
Richmond coffin | 440
Early delivery at the crematorium with the coffin in place | 195
Crematorium chapel hire and cremation | 1,305
Premium small floral tribute from | 370
Clergy, pastor or celebrant | 450
Death certificate | 75
Cremation Permit by Medical Referee Doctor* | 110
Cremation advice by GP, charges typically range from 0 to 200* | 0
Our Fees — including our margin
Professional services for funeral and cremation — arranging all services, two funeral staff, guest book, choice of urns, before and after care, and contribution to Subsidised Funeral Support^ | 3,159
Total (inc GST) | $6,999
*We only pass on these fees if they are charged to us
^ We believe a funeral is a service before it’s a business — so we set aside part of what we receive to help families in need.
If applicable, the pre-paid administration fee is $350.
Service at a Church, Followed by Cremation
Funeral service held at your chosen church, followed by an unattended cremation arranged at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park.
Total (including GST): $6,599
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Expenses — costs paid to those we work with
Transfer into our care, anytime day or night | 340
Care facility accomodation | 220
Compassionate Preparation of Loved One | 215
Standard coffin (Richmond) | 440
Hearse hire and driver | 575
Unattended cremation at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park | 665
Premium small floral tribute | 370
Minister or Pastor, suggested donation starting from | 450
Death certificate | 75
Cremation Permit by Medical Referee Doctor* | 110
Cremation advice by GP, charges typically range from 0 to 200*| 0
Professional services for funeral and cremation — arranging all services, two to three funeral staff, guest book, choice of urns, before and after care, and contribution to the Care Fund^ | 3,139
Additional staff member ($300, if required)
Total (including GST) | $6,599
*We only pass on these fees if they are charged to us
^A minimum of 5% of our profit from every funeral contributes to the Care Fund.
Service at The Coast Chapel Nurses War Memorial at Little Bay, Followed by Cremation
One of the most beautiful places for a service is this chapel, offering unparalleled vistas over the sea. Few locations in NSW compare. After the service, an unattended cremation can be arranged at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park.
Total (including GST): $7,399
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Expenses — costs paid to those we work with
Transfer into our care, anytime day or night | 340
Care facility accomodation | 220
Compassionate Preparation of Loved One | 215
Standard coffin (Richmond) | 440
Hearse | 575
Chapel (1 hour service, plus 1 hour for setup and departure) | 800
Premium small floral tribute from | 370
Clergy, pastor or celebrant from | 450
Death certificate | 75
Cremation Permit by Medical Referee Doctor* | 110
Cremation advice by GP, charges typically range from 0 to 200*| 0
Unattended cremation at Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park (with cremation levy) | 665
Our Fees — including our margin
Professional services for funeral and cremation — arranging all services, one - two funeral staff, guest book, choice of urns, before and after care, and contribution to the Care Fund^ | 3,139
Total (inc GST) | $7,399
* We only pass on these fees if they are charged to us
^ We believe a funeral is a service before it’s a business — so we set aside part of what we receive to help families in need.