We take care of everything
Planning a funeral service during a time of mourning can feel like an insurmountable task, but we meet your needs with skilled flexibility to help honour the life of your loved one.
Uniquely tailored funeral services
Uniquely tailored
end-of-life celebrations
At Something Beautiful Remains, we arrange a funeral service
as unique as the person who has passed away.
Available 24/7
Our team is available at any time of the night or day, every day of the year. We guarantee to take care of your custom funeral arrangements with compassion, dignity and respect.
There are no rules!
Celebrate the life, love, special interests, faith or culture of your loved one with a unique and completely personalised funeral experience. We make the impossible possible.
Meet Caryn, Phil and Izzy
Taking care of every last funeral detail so that you can take care of yourself.
The dedicated team at Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services walks beside you as you make funeral arrangements to honour your loved one in a personalised way.
We consider our customers to be our extended family and we strive to make your funeral service as unique and meaningful as possible.
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Our products are custom-made for you
The themes, colours, customs, music, personalised funeral keepsakes and mementos are meticulously planned to create a special funeral service for the special person you are farewelling.
Personalised coffins
Adorned with a favourite sporting team, tartan, colours, artwork or cultural flag of your choice, our personalised coffins are custom-made for you, with excellent turnaround time and attention to detail.
Do you have an idea for a personalised coffin that has never been done before?
We will make your inspiration a reality.
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Where we provide care
Based in Lithgow, we support families across the Blue Mountains, Seven Valleys, Central Tablelands and Southern Sydney.
FAQs
It is perfectly normal to have questions when a loved one has passed.
Have a look at our most frequently asked questions.
What should I do first when someone has passed away?
If someone has passed away, the best first step is to call Caryn and Phil. You do not need to know what to ask or have the details worked out before you call. We can talk you through what needs to happen next and help you understand the first practical steps.
Can I call Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services after hours?
Yes. If someone has passed away, or you are awake worrying and unsure what to do next, you can call any time, day or night. You will speak to a real person who can guide you through what needs to happen.
Where does Something Beautiful Remains provide funeral services?
Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services is based in Lithgow and supports families across Lithgow, the Blue Mountains, Seven Valleys, the Central Tablelands and selected Southern Sydney areas. The main service areas include Lithgow & Surrounds, Blue Mountains, Seven Valleys & Central Tablelands, and Sutherland Shire & Southern Sydney.
Is Something Beautiful Remains locally owned in Lithgow?
Yes. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services is locally owned and operated in Lithgow, with an office at 99 Main Street. Caryn and Phil provide independent funeral care for local families, with a personal and transparent approach.
Can a funeral be personal rather than traditional?
Yes. A funeral can be traditional, simple, creative, cultural, spiritual, non-religious or shaped around the person’s life and personality. Personal details may include music, readings, colour, flowers, cultural elements, custom coffins, urns or keepsakes.
Do you support First Nations and LGBTQIA+ funeral services?
Yes. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services supports First Nations families and LGBTQIA+ people, partners, families and chosen families with care and respect. Funeral arrangements can be shaped around the person’s culture, identity, relationships, wishes and the people who mattered most to them.
Testimonials
Our valued customers become forever family at Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services.
Read why they appreciate our out-of-the-box and personalised funeral approach so much.
“Allan had wanted to make arrangements before he passed away, so Caryn met with Allan, me and our three daughters at Campbelltown hospital for a truly difficult meeting. We talked about his wishes, and as a family we made decisions about his funeral arrangements. This was made a little easier given Caryn’s relaxed and open way of talking us through some tough questions.”
Family of Allan
“On behalf of the entire Pritchard family, we would like to thank you and your team at Something Beautiful Remains for your impeccable service, attention to detail, compassion, advice and professionalism in honouring our beautiful Nan. Nothing was impossible; in fact, you made everything possible and for that we are truly grateful. Your personal touches helped to create lifelong memories of Nan that we will treasure forever.”
Family of Joyce
“Caryn worked very efficiently and delivered all promises in a very timely manner. The coffin was already arranged in the last months of my father’s life and we made Caryn aware of that. This was of no concern to her as she was so approachable to any needs we had. She made everything work.”
Family of Peter
“The service that Caryn provided was done with dignity and respect, and in a culturally appropriate way for our grieving family.
Caryn eased our suffering, she took care of our family’s worries in the most sensitive way.”
Family of Joseph
“I was fortunate enough to have known Caryn for a number of years before the inevitable conversation. We met over a glass of wine for a relaxed discussion about my dad’s declining health. The arrangements were meticulously detailed; music, poems and order of service penned, we had agreed on a simple but elegant service for my father, a good old Aussie bloke.”
Family of Ronald
“We came across Something Beautiful Remains online and after speaking with Caryn were happy to learn we could create a custom urn for our nephew, which was completely unique to him and could encompass all of his passions in life.”
Family of Hannah
“Caryn understands and gives amazing comfort to the loss and allows the family to grieve. It is a process and her good advice always is not to rush it. Her presence and commitments are beyond words can express; having her is a real blessing. She does everything with her full heart and she brings all the good memories alive through video and photo presentations. She runs around to make things happen the way the family wants it, and she takes it personally in this special time of grief.”
Funeral for baby of Raedina
“From the moment that I researched Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services (SBRFS) to the current date I have found nothing but professionalism, individuality, care and compassion from Caryn and her team.”
Family of Joyce
These beautiful words were received through one of our families from the grand-daughter of a passed loved-one.
“I really liked Caryn. I’m glad you chose her for Baka’s funeral.
I wasn’t sure what to expect Mum, cos I haven’t been to a funeral before. But I liked it. It felt like a celebration , and it was also sad, but I think Baka would’ve liked it.
And I’m glad now that I got to see Baka on the day.
Caryn was very kind to the people and to me and Zac. She was checking on us to ask if we were okay.”
Miss Milly, 11
Family of Ema
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Something Beautiful Remains triumphs at Local Business Awards
Business awards can sometimes feel like popularity contests rather than accurate gauges of success and ability. But not the Local Business Awards. It takes genuine merit to tick all the boxes for the judging panel. And we’re happy to announce that Something Beautiful Remains did, in fact, walk away with the win in the Professional Services category.
Harmony: the celebrant’s role in a personalised funeral service
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Google Reviews
Jim Viney
4 months ago
Caryn has been a close friend since working together over 15 years ago. I can attest to her professionalism, creativity, integrity and compassion. Luckily, I have not personally needed her funeral services to date but having witnessed Caryn's care and concern for others, I know she will treat you with the respect and kindness of a cherished family member. Since opening the new office in Lithgow to better serve the Blue Mountains region Caryn and Phil have also quickly engaged to champion and support promotion of local businesses and the unique attractions of the area. We have delighted in watching her grow in the competitive funeral director market, impressed by her attention to detail and genuine empathy. I can wholeheartedly endorse Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services.
Melly Marie
1 year ago
This is the first time I have had to plan a funeral and it was for my beautiful mother. Caryn helped me out so much, she took all the stress and worry of planing a funeral away, im so thankful for Caryn as she done an absolutely beautiful job. She took care of everything that needed to be done while I got to griev with my family and not have any stress or worries about what had to be done. I highly recommend caryn and her lovely team. Caryn treats you like family and make sure everything you want is done. My mother got the most beautiful send off to the dream time. I'm so thankful for Caryn and her services.
Kim Mcgee
4 years ago
Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services did my dads Funeral. They were very professional and helpful. Caryn done just the best job. The funeral ran very smooth, the songs were played right the way though, that means a lot to hear music that you pick. Something Beautiful Remains Funerals and the staff done a great job
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Verliana Susilo
4 years ago
Having lost a person dearest to me to a sudden death at such a young age, I was at a lost of what to do, how to put together a funeral and the cost involved. Caryn was very helpful from the very beginning in providing practical advises such as what to consider between cremation and burial, locations, how to make sure that I chose what feels right for me and my family, and many more. In such short time span we achieved what I wanted. Caryn and Phil made little touches that made the funeral to be a beautiful send off and memorable one. Thank you Caryn in guiding me through a vulnerable time.
Sam H
5 years ago
Caryn's a lovely warm thoughtful lady, her consideration was appreciated by me very much. She added a unique and special touch to my Mothers funeral by making a beautiful floating Lotus Urn for our family to place into the water to send our Mother off in loving, serene and memorable way. I don't believe anyone is able to offer the services Caryn's offers and I recommend her to anyone seeking to have their loved one in considerate caring hands
Ellee Kuki-Kelekolio
5 years ago
We recently had to organise our baby son, Viliamu’s funeral. After searching and speaking with several funeral directors, we came across SBR.
Phil was immediately extremely helpful and very sincere. He took over all of the details. Planning a funeral can be a really overwhelming thing but we were so glad Phil was on hand.
He didn’t dismiss our cultural requests and was extremely accomodating. Our baby son was able to spend the night with us before his funeral and we are grateful Phil made it happen.
It was forecast to storm on the day of Vili’s funeral but Phil assured us that “it doesn’t rain on the days of their funerals”
He was right. It was nothing but Blue sky.
Caryn was amazing too and was so very lovely. They even wore beautiful Indigenous designs in tribute of our son. They made sure all the little details were taken care of, including my important Wattle.
We could not have asked for a better send off for our son & we will always be grateful to Phil & Caryn.
We would recommend them to anyone. Thankyou SBR!
Phil was immediately extremely helpful and very sincere. He took over all of the details. Planning a funeral can be a really overwhelming thing but we were so glad Phil was on hand.
He didn’t dismiss our cultural requests and was extremely accomodating. Our baby son was able to spend the night with us before his funeral and we are grateful Phil made it happen.
It was forecast to storm on the day of Vili’s funeral but Phil assured us that “it doesn’t rain on the days of their funerals”
He was right. It was nothing but Blue sky.
Caryn was amazing too and was so very lovely. They even wore beautiful Indigenous designs in tribute of our son. They made sure all the little details were taken care of, including my important Wattle.
We could not have asked for a better send off for our son & we will always be grateful to Phil & Caryn.
We would recommend them to anyone. Thankyou SBR!
Zarah Copeland
6 years ago
Caryn and Phil from SBR Funerals were recommended to my family in a moment of need, and they went absolutely above and beyond to create a memorial service that was custom, sincere, and beautiful and budget friendly. Caryn is so warm, delightful and organised - she really took the stress out or everything! I would never go with any other funeral services provider after using them.
99 Main Street
Lithgow, NSW 2790