Howard Squires Funerals - Wallan, VIC

The fastest growing town in the Mitchell Shire, Wallan is just 50km from Melbourne CBD and is well-placed between the city and rural towns Kilmore, Broadford and Seymour. Locals have access to excellent amenities and recreation, including great schools, train lines, and Hadfield Park, which sits proudly against the backdrop of the Great Dividing Range. Residents in and around Wallan are also serviced by leading funeral company Howard Squires Funerals who have been supporting the community for over two decades. 


Trusted By Families Across Wallan, VIC

Selecting the right people to assist with funeral arrangements in Wallan is a key step in the end-of-life process. It can be an incredibly emotional time, and the sense of compassion in every member of the Howard Squires team has earned us a reputation as leaders in the field of funeral services in Wallan. We approach every family with humility, respect and professionalism as we guide next of kin through the decision-making process for a befitting funeral and customary services. 

Our aim is to be flexible whilst also ensuring efficient management of the arrangements in line with the deceased's and family's wishes. We can hold the initial consultation at your home, our local branch or via video conference to ensure all those who wish to be present can be. The experienced funeral directors take every care to explain all aspects of the process so that you can be informed but not overwhelmed. At the same time, our offerings allow for every personalisation to reflect the person's faith and end-of-life requests. 

Funeral Directors in Wallan, Vic

As the longest-serving funeral directors and funeral service experts in the wider Mitchell Shire region of Victoria, we believe working with the community during this critically meaningful period is a privilege. Our dedicated funeral directors conduct their roles with the utmost respect and expertise, instilling confidence in the families we work with from first contact. 

We take care of the practical components such as registering the death, liaising with cemetery managers or crematorium staff, arranging the various inclusions for the burial or funeral service and wake, live streaming the event, instructing next of kin of the different options throughout and of course, making sure all relevant wishes and traditions are being upheld. Engaging with our funeral directors is the best way to achieve a well-rounded service, knowing nothing is left undone. 


Benefits of Choosing Howard Squires Funerals in Wallan

Our core values of compassion, competence and professionalism are at the heart of what we do and are strengthened by our decades of industry experience—the knowledge we have acquired from dealing with countless families benefits present and future clients in many ways. 

We know that beyond the personal touches we offer that make the end-of-life events meaningful, our transparent pricing is appreciated by those we work with. During a challenging time of loss, you deserve clarity, and we promise the best prices possible based on your expert funeral requirements. More so, our long-standing affiliation with local suppliers and third parties ensures advantages for our clients. Our loyal network of caterers, musicians, vehicle hire companies, celebrants, cremation urn sellers, casket vendors, and others will go above and beyond to satisfy Howard Squires Funerals' clientele as a priority.

Tragedy can strike at any time. Whether your loved one's passing was sudden or not, we are readily available to take your call and be upfront about what you can expect from us. Be assured that our staff are extremely kind and approachable and can handle all the complexities that shroud the loss of life.

All types of requests can be realised with our funeral services; live music, the release of doves or balloons, professional photography, iconic venues, vintage cars, candle lighting ceremonies, civil celebrants, baby funerals, memorial books, floral tributes, online tribute pages and announcements and much more. We welcome you to share your vision with us.

Pre-planning a Funeral in Wallan

It has become more common to take the steps necessary to pre-plan your funeral and relieve the burden from family when the time comes. We can gently guide you through the process of doing so with various options to meet and exceed your expectations. For many, the act of preparing one's own funeral feels daunting; however, many of our clients explain that they feel a sense of control and weight lifted off their shoulders as we move through the seamless and quick process of making personal arrangements. If you are considering pre-planning a funeral in Wallan, we will give you the peace of mind you need that everything will be taken care of. We know how to incorporate different faiths, customs and traditions into tasteful funeral services and are non-discriminatory. 


Affordable Funeral Pricing in Wallan 

We are fully transparent with our pricing, packages and add-ons. We have a general price list for reference, and based on your preferences, we will then put together a custom fee proposal for you to consider without obligation. Financial circumstances differ for every family. In some cases, the deceased left a monetary contribution for the end-of-life services; in other cases, a valid funeral insurance policy may be in place. We often find that the next of kin is left to carry the event's costs. We try to find the best package solution to meet your budget and style.

Our priority is always to make our services accessible to those who may be physically distanced. In Wallan, we include webcasting and offer online tribute pages to encourage participation by friends and family worldwide. We are proud to bring people together to honour people near and dear to them. 

Contact Wallan Funeral Services Today

If you are planning a funeral, we welcome you to contact specialist Wallan funeral directors, Howard Squires Funerals, to arrange your personalised fee proposal. One call to our funeral directors in Wallan will put you at ease. Your mind may feel full of the long list of things that need to be done to achieve a beautiful end-of-life service, but we can take care of everything for you.