Pricing

Looking for funeral pricing in Christchurch? John Rhind can help you plan a funeral that suits your needs and your financial circumstances. Our funeral plans include simple cremations, simple services, and fully personalised ceremonies.

1 Personalised Funeral The family chose a John Rhind Chapel for the funeral, allowing livestreaming for absent family members. P.O.A. (price on application)

2 Farewell Gathering The deceased was a private individual with a small circle of loved ones. From $9,883 incl gst

3 Dignified Cremation The deceased preferred no formal funeral, yet the family wanted time to reflect on their loved one’s life. From $8,372 incl gst

4 Simple Cremation The deceased had expressed a wish for simplicity without burdening loved ones. From $5,395 incl gst

Finance & support

We understand funerals can be an unexpected cost. We’ll explain payment options clearly and guide you towards support that may be available in New Zealand, including:

  • Work and Income funeral grant (means-tested).

  • Veterans’ Affairs funeral support (for eligible veterans).

  • Compassionate airfares (some airlines offer reduced fares for immediate travel).

We also offer prepayment plans if you’d like to prepare in advance.

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Prefer to talk it through?

If you can’t find what you’re looking for here, please call us. Our funeral directors in Christchurch and Kaiapoi are always glad to answer questions or provide extra copies of brochures.