Unique Funeral Services

Our clients turn to us in their darkest hour, when nothing feels like it will ever be okay again.

If you are seeking a unique funeral service with personalised care and attention from compassionate funeral directors, you have come to the right place.

Something Beautiful Remains personalised floral tribute and cherished keepsake displayed on a memorial coffin.

Authentic and one-of-a-kind funerals

At Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services, it is our mission to create a one-of-a-kind funeral service that is truly personalised to your loved one.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach to our offerings and we work within the boundaries of all faiths, nationalities, denominations, cultures, rituals and spiritualities to create an authentic and customised service.

We offer specialist funeral services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and members of the LGBTQI+ community.

Something Beautiful Remains speaker delivering a heartfelt tribute during a personalised celebration of life.

Original details for unique people

No two people are the same; why should their funerals be?

We work with you to collect unique and original details about your loved one to create tailor-made products, services and experiences.

At Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services, we rewrite the book when it comes to funerals to offer a service as fuss-free, or with as much fanfare as you desire – and everything in between.

We are honoured to be chosen to assist you to say goodbye to that special person in your own unique way.

Something Beautiful Remains family and friends honouring a loved one during a personalised memorial service.

Your way, their way, always

We understand that the attributes of your loved one are distinctive, sometimes even eccentric.

We want to help you highlight the things that made them who they were with our bespoke funeral services.

We plan a funeral your way, their way, always.

Circle of safety and support

At the hardest moments in your life, Caryn and Phil are here to wrap you in their circle of safety and support as we plan a unique and personalised farewell for your loved one.

Contact us today to discuss our flexible, bespoke and truly individual funeral service options.

Our locations

Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services supports families across Lithgow & Surrounds, the Blue MountainsSeven Valleys & the Central Tablelands, and the Sutherland Shire & Southern Sydney.

From our base in Lithgow, Caryn and Phil provide personal, face-to-face funeral support across these communities, including home visits and meetings at a location that feels right for your family.

Our key service areas include Lithgow and surrounding communities, Leura, Katoomba, Blackheath and the wider Blue Mountains, regional areas including Wallerawang, Bathurst, Oberon, Mudgee and Capertee, as well as the Sutherland Shire and Southern Sydney communities where we have long-standing connections.

If you are outside these areas, please still get in touch. Depending on your location and what you need, we may be able to assist or talk you through the options available.

“They worked with us to create something amazing and beautiful for my sister.”

S Frances

Where we provide care

Based in Lithgow, we support families across the Blue Mountains, Seven Valleys, Central Tablelands and Southern Sydney.

Google Reviews

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5.0
Based on 12 reviews
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Lucy Nightingale
2 weeks ago
Kia Ora!

I had the pleasure of working alongside Caryn at Something Beautiful Remains for a family funeral. I can’t speak more highly of her dedication to delivering a traditional Māori funeral and simultaneously ensure not only customs are observed but all whānau are considered.

Caryn has an incredible ability to work respectfully and thoughtfully with my family. Her understanding of our cultural and religious beliefs, without assumptions. Both Caryn & Phil take the time to understand and honour each individual's wishes.

We have worked with them over many years now and we are always confident that every funeral is handled with genuine care and with regards to making sure no service is the same.
Together they are passionate in supporting my family on every single service.

They are now trusted friends that we call on whenever necessary. When Caryn arrives the family come out to greet her and are genuinely pleased to see her.

Everytime we finish a service, Caryn wishes us love and says "she doesn't want to see us again for a very long time". We used to laugh and say "We never want to see you ever again."

These days, we all understand that each is true but we wouldn't have it any other way when we find ourselves in need of Caryn's services again.
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Kelli Lawson
2 months ago
I've never met a lady as kind, she has a heart of gold, she has helped me so much and I cannot thank her enough! 💓 words can't explain just how lovely and caring she is, and I will be forever greatful 💖
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Ingrid Winter
3 months ago
When my mother passed away, Caryn and her team ensured the whole process was stress free in a very caring way. Caryn organized a flower arrangement class so that our whole family was involved in preparing the arrangements which made for a beautiful time together and eased a very difficult time of our lives. So grateful for her assistance during this time.
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tristan hanlon
4 months ago
When my mum Tricia passed away in April 2023 at 83, I found myself planning a funeral for the second time. In 2018 Caryn and Phil at Something Beautiful Remains had done such an incredible job with my brother’s funeral that I already knew Mum would have wanted the same for herself.

Caryn genuinely cares. For her, it’s not about “going above and beyond”, it’s just about doing the right thing. She cares deeply about the families she works with and the experience they have.

I originally found Caryn through a Facebook group when I was asking for recommendations. She replied with kindness and helpful advice without even promoting her business. We met at Pancakes on the Rocks and the rest is history.

By the time we were organising Mum’s farewell, Caryn knew our family well, including the infamous dead parrot story. What could have been just a funeral became this incredible, personal, funny, heartfelt celebration of Mum’s life. Honestly, it felt more like a theatrical production than a funeral, in the best possible way.

They created something that felt completely “us” and completely her. I’ll always be grateful for that. Just amazing.
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Jim Hull
4 months ago
At a time when you need a caring , considerate person willing to listen and understand your grieving without pressure or hassle to sign on the dotted line, We can absolutely recommend Caryn and Phil from SBR . It was like having a caring cousin or best friend who explained the necessary paperwork in layman's terms and our options to lay our loved ones to rest with grace and dignity while keeping it very personal . Their service is exceptional and without equal . You can't go past SBR for local knowledge and a service with empathy.
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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.
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Lynda Hockley
4 months ago
I would like to say a huge thank you to Caryn & Phil for everything they have done for my family.
I had sent an email on the Easter long weekend and I got a phone call from Caryn who just went out of her way to be so helpful and explained everything from the process that would take place what I need to provide and do to make this process as easy for my family.
Caryn & Phil were so compassionate so patient towards the whole family from start to finish.
I could not have asked for anything more from Something Beautiful Remains Funeral. I dont know how i or my family would of gotten through this devastating time in our lives from coming to grips with loosing a loved one to organising a cremation to the service and everything that is required
I would like to say the biggest thank you again to Caryn and Phil, thank you so much for making the worst time in my families life such a beautiful memory.
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Alexia Dobbin
5 months ago
There are absolutely no words! Caryn & Phil handled everything with such care, grace and humanity when my father died. I’ll never forget my first call with Caryn my father was in end of life care and we started to do some research. I called Caryn and she said “Darling, when it happens just call me, you don’t even need to say anything. I will just know and I will get into action”. A few weeks later, I made the hardest call to Caryn and she truly lived up to her word. Caryn, I will be forever grateful for the kindness, professionalism, and respect you showed not only my father, but my entire family. You are the definition of an angel on earth and I couldn’t recommend a more personable, professional and respectful funeral director to anyone who has to move forward with their darkest hour for a loved one. If I could I would rate SBR a 20/10 and when the time comes and I need to go through hell again, I know Caryn and Phil will be my first call. Angels on earth & apart of my family for life. THANK YOU ***written with tears 😭
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Wendy Cousens
5 months ago
I cannot begin to express how wonderful Caryn and her staff at Something Beautiful Remains are.

When the nursing home our mother was living in informed us that it was time to look at finding a funeral service we had no experience with this other than our father's service in a chapel at a crematorium in 1993.

On undertaking some research we found that the larger well known funeral homes seemed repressive and nothing like the carefree spirit our mother was.

Then like some sort of miracle we found Something Beautiful Remains. We set up a meeting however prior to the meeting our mother passed. I got the call at 5.15 am and after speaking with family Caryn was the next person I called. Caryn can only be described as a guardian angel on that sad day.

On meeting with Caryn we discussed our mother's life. Our mother was an avid fisher woman and all Xmas eve holidays were spent fishing near Sans Souci with a bucket of KFC for dinner.

Our mother had been confined to the nursing home for 2 years and we did not want her final send off to be confined to a room. Caryn suggested we hold our mother's wake at the place she loved, doing what she loved and to bring back those wonderful happy memories of all those Xmas eves many moons ago sharing some KFC at the wake.

Caryn had set out our mother's ashes in a lovely box with a person fishing with a table with fishing rods and sea shells.

Although the day was a sad occasion and there were many tears shed, there was also laughter and this was assisted by Caryn and her wonderful team.

We will forever be grateful and Caryn and I have remained in contact since that sad day and she is now like family.

The Lawrence and Cousens families
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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.
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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
Thank you
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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.
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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
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!
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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.

FAQs

A personal funeral starts with sharing details about the person who has died, including their values, culture, personality, rituals, beliefs and the things that made them distinctive. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services works with families to collect those details and shape a funeral service around the person being remembered.

Yes. A funeral can be as fuss-free or as full of fanfare as the family wants. A unique funeral does not have to be complicated; it simply needs to feel authentic to the person and the people saying goodbye.

A unique funeral may include personalised products, services, experiences, cultural or spiritual elements, rituals, readings, personal objects or details that reflect the person’s life. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services works within the boundaries of different faiths, nationalities, denominations, cultures, rituals and spiritualities.

Yes. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services works with families across different faiths, nationalities, denominations, cultures, rituals and spiritualities. The service can be shaped around the person’s beliefs, family wishes and the way they should be remembered.

Yes. The page explains that no two people are the same, so their funerals should not be the same either. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services helps families highlight the details that made their loved one distinctive, including qualities that were personal, unusual or even eccentric.

Yes. The page says Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services offers specialist funeral services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. These services should be considered alongside the broader personalised funeral services offered through the Services section.

Yes. The page says SSomething Beautiful Remains Funeral Services offers specialist funeral services for members of the LGBTQI+ community. The funeral can be shaped around the person’s life, relationships, identity and the details that matter to the people saying goodbye.

Yes. Something Beautiful Remains Funeral Services supports families across Lithgow, the Blue Mountains and nearby service areas as part of the updated location focus. Families can also review the Lithgow & Surrounds and Blue Mountains location pages for more location-specific information.

You do not need to have a clear plan before speaking with Caryn and Phil. They offer a circle of safety and support while helping families plan a unique and personalised farewell.

Yes, unique funeral services can include personalised products, including personalised coffins, biodegradable urns and keepsakes. These options can help families include details that reflect the person being remembered.

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0424 742 936

If someone has passed away, or you’re unsure what to do, the best thing is to call. We’re available 24 hours a day, and you’ll speak with a real person who can gently guide you through what happens next.

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