We have had the pleasure of guiding many valued clients through the funeral process for their loved ones.
Here is what some of them had to say about their experience with Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services.
Uniquely tailored funeral services
Our Client Stories
A unique funeral service inspired by a dead parrot
Patricia Hanlon was no ordinary person, and her funeral wasn’t ordinary either. And in true Tricia-style, a dead parrot inspired her unique funeral service.
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A heartfelt, personalised memorial for Kristen Johnson’s mother
Losing someone you love is one of life’s most difficult experiences, but for Kristen Johnson, giving his mother a personalised memorial became easier because of Caryn and Phil Barling.
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How Something Beautiful Remains helped Sue navigate her grief
“… in late September 2017, in very sudden and tragic circumstances. It was the October long weekend. I was going to see someone from a traditional funeral home when someone suggested I talk to Caryn. I am so glad I did.”
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At Something Beautiful Remains, Larissa wasn’t “just a number.”
“I chose Something Beautiful Remains over a traditional funeral home/service because I did not want my Dad or us as his family to be treated as just ‘a number’ and to be put through a ‘tick the box’ process.”
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Daniel wanted something personalised and special for his mum
“The first time we used Something Beautiful Remains was in May 2021 when Mum passed. Sadly, Dad’s funeral was this year in October. I read great reviews on them, and we wanted something more personalised.”
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FAQs
How do I choose a funeral director who will treat my family personally?
Look for a funeral director who listens first and does not push you through a standard process. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services works with families to understand the person being remembered, the family’s wishes and the details that will make the farewell feel personal.
Can a funeral still feel personal after a sudden death?
Yes. Even when a death is sudden and there is a lot to manage, the funeral can still include personal details, meaningful choices and a sense of who the person was. Caryn and Phil can help families work through the practical steps while keeping the person at the centre of the farewell.
How can I make a funeral feel like my loved one?
Start with the details that made them who they were, such as their stories, humour, music, interests, beliefs, favourite colours, personal objects or the way they connected with others. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services can help turn those details into a funeral or memorial that feels more personal.
Can Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services help families in Lithgow and the Blue Mountains create a personal funeral?
Yes. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services supports families across Lithgow, the Blue Mountains and nearby service areas with personal funeral planning. Families can talk with Caryn and Phil about what mattered to their loved one and what kind of farewell would feel right.
What should I do if I feel overwhelmed by funeral decisions?
You do not need to work everything out before you ask for help. Caryn and Phil can talk you through what needs to happen first, which decisions are urgent and which choices can be made later.
Can a funeral include unusual or unexpected personal details?
Yes. A funeral can include unusual, humorous, creative or unexpected details if they reflect the person being remembered. Something Beautiful Remains has helped families create very personal farewells that move beyond standard funeral ideas.
Is it okay if our family does not know what kind of funeral we want?
Yes. Many families do not know what they want at the beginning. You can start by telling Caryn and Phil about the person who has died, and they can help you understand what is possible from there.
99 Main Street
Lithgow, NSW 2790