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Embrace Funerals

Embrace Funerals

5.0(198 reviews)See reviews ↓·Adelaide

About the company

Embrace is a family-owned and operated funeral home in Adelaide, not part of a corporate chain. Its staff have 60+ years of combined experience, and it has its own private chapel and lounge.

It offers a Natural Funeral option using sustainable materials such as wicker and natural cardboard, and graveside services can be held at any Adelaide cemetery within 60km of the CBD, with no chapel required.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Embrace Funerals is a funeral home in St Marys, serving Adelaide families with funeral and cremation arrangements. Further information on its services is available by contacting the business.

Embrace Funerals — Customer photo
Embrace Funerals — Customer photo
Embrace Funerals — Customer photo
Embrace Funerals — Customer photo
Embrace Funerals — Customer photo
Embrace Funerals — Customer photo
Embrace Funerals — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Rosemarie Nelson19 July 2026

At the time of recent passing of our mother, we were faced with one of the most difficult times in our lives. However, from our very first contact with Embrace Funerals every member of your team treated us with genuine kindness, compassion, and professionalism. For Sarah, nothing was ever too much trouble. Every question was answered patiently, every request was accommodated, and we were guided through each step with understanding and respect. Her attention to detail and calm reassurance lifted an enormous burden from our family at a time when we needed it most. The funeral service itself was beautifully organised and conducted with dignity, warmth, and heartfelt care by Deanne. It was undoubtedly a fitting tribute to our mother and provided our family and friends with a wonderful opportunity to celebrate her life. Many of those who attended commented afterwards on how beautifully everything had been arranged. We will never be able to fully express our thanks for the sensitivity, empathy, and genuine care you showed throughout the entire process. You transformed what could have been an overwhelming experience into one that was comforting, respectful, and memorable for all the right reasons. Please accept my deepest gratitude and know that I would without hesitation recommend your funeral home to anyone seeking a team that combines exceptional professionalism with genuine compassion. Forever grateful Rose Nelson

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Julie McLeod19 July 2026

From our very first meeting until our final goodbye, Sarah was so attentive and supportive, guiding us through the process with genuine warmth, compassion and professionalism. Deanna conducted Mum’s service with such care, warmth and grace, creating a beautiful and intimate farewell that truly honoured her life. Sarah and Deanna’s thoughtfulness and attention to detail throughout the entire process did not go unnoticed. My family and I are incredibly grateful to the girls at Embrace Funerals. They helped make an incredibly difficult time a little easier, and we would highly recommend them to anyone facing the loss of a loved one. Thank you for helping us give Mum the beautiful farewell she deserved.

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Nina Zhuang3 July 2026

We are incredibly grateful to Deanne and her team for the care, compassion and support they provided to our family while arranging my father-in-law's funeral. From our very first conversation, Deanne was kind, patient and incredibly supportive, guiding us through every step with genuine empathy and care. She truly went above and beyond to ensure every detail was taken care of. She made us feel supported throughout the entire process and gave us confidence that everything would come together just as we had hoped. The service was a beautiful farewell to my father-in-law, and we couldn't have asked for a better person to help us honour his life. Thank you, Deanne, for making such a difficult time a little easier to bear. We will always be grateful.

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Frank Huxholl24 May 2026

I normally don’t write reviews but I guess this is more of a personal thank you. It’s been just over a month since Dad passed and I wanted to say a few words to the team at Embrace. My brothers and I were quite rattled by the whole event, a huge thanks to Sarah, Chis & Taryn for their compassionate and thoughtful support, we were so well guided through the whole process. it was really appreciated during our challenging time. Take care, Frank H.

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Rachel De Candia5 May 2026

Deanne and her team were incredibly helpful and supportive during such a difficult time. It’s refreshing to know people like you exist in this world — who show so much warmth, kindness and compassion when you need it most after losing a loved one. Deanne answered our phone call on a Sunday night to help organise everything, which meant so much to our family during such an overwhelming time. Even though I was organising everything from interstate, the entire process was made easy and stress free thanks to Deanne and her team. We opted for a viewing and cremation. Our Poppa was dressed in his favourite shirt, presented naturally and looked so peaceful. We will forever be grateful for the way you looked after him while he was in your care. The memorial cards Sarah helped create were better than I could have imagined. A special thank you to Sarah for patiently responding to my 10+ emails throughout the drafting process. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or use Embrace Funerals again. Thank you all so much for your care, kindness and support.

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Nicole Lockett17 February 2026

In the unimaginable days after losing our beautiful girl and in the thickness of grief speaking to Chris and feeling her warmth is something we will never forget. She was a real life angel. I felt like I was being wrapped in a big warm hug and could just picture a beautiful Mum / Grandma on the end of the phone. Picking up our girl and being able to bring her home was also just as beautiful and I cannot thank Embrace enough for their compassion and warmth. Our family will forever be grateful.

AF
Anastasia Fragoulis16 February 2026

Deanne from Embrace Funerals was an incredible support during such a difficult time. Without a doubt, she was the most caring person we could have hoped for. Nothing was ever too hard, and she guided us through my father-in-law Andy’s funeral with so much patience and compassion. The service was truly beautiful, and we felt at peace knowing how well looked after Andy was. Deanne, you are a remarkable woman. Thank you so much for your care, your gentleness, and the way you supported our family. Your kindness made an incredibly hard time a little easier, and we are deeply grateful 🤍

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RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Embrace Funerals (this page)★ 5,0198Yes
2Bare | Funerals & Cremations | South Australia★ 5,035Yes
3Farrell & O'Neill Funerals★ 5,018Yes
4Blackwell Funerals Black Forest★ 5,08Yes
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Contact
+61872212633embracefunerals.com.au143 Daws Rd, St Marys SA 5042
Working hours
Monday00:00–24:00
Tuesday00:00–24:00
Wednesday00:00–24:00
Thursday00:00–24:00
Friday00:00–24:00
Saturday00:00–24:00
Sunday00:00–24:00