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Funerals & Farewells

Funerals & Farewells

5.0(18 reviews)See reviews ↓·Geelong

About the company

Funerals & Farewells is led by Brad Tattersall, a career funeral director who began working in funeral service in 1993 and has more than 30 years of experience. He has served as a councillor with the Victorian division of the Australian Funeral Directors Association (AFDA).

The business offers both traditional funerals with the deceased present and farewell or memorial services without the deceased present, including for private cremations, private burials, or when a body has been donated to science. It sources suppliers using a local, regional, national then global approach and supports the Geelong community.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Funerals & Farewells is a Geelong funeral director whose reviews centre on the work of Brad and the team around him. Clients describe arrangements carried out exactly as discussed, with the process explained beforehand so that nothing on the day came as a surprise. A personalised approach is a point that comes up often, including support through complicated circumstances and a long round trip to collect a loved one from regional Victoria. Reviewers often mention compassion, patience and kindness from the first phone call through to the final farewell, with requests great and small met without fuss.

Careful planning and steady guidance through each step are credited with helping services run smoothly, while transparent discussion of costs and a professional manner also draw praise. Families who have returned to the same director more than once speak of consistent care, and Brad and Jan are named for the support given at a difficult time. Respect for each family's wishes, and the comfort that brings, is what stays with those who write. Repeat business from grieving families underlines how dependable that support has been.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Jody Keating13 May 2026

There are simply not enough words to thank Brad for what he did for our family during the most heartbreaking time of our lives. From the very first moment, Brad went far beyond what we ever expected from a funeral director. His care, compassion, patience and support were extraordinary. He carried us through the darkest days with such calmness, dignity and genuine kindness that it honestly felt as though we had one of our closest family members standing beside us, quietly taking care of everything, we could not bear to face ourselves. The standard of care, respect, guidance, and support Brad showed is something I have never experienced before. Every request, no matter how small or unique, was supported and carried out with absolute care and attention to detail. No matter what we needed, Brad approached everything with openness, understanding and genuine care. Every interaction was thoughtful, gentle and deeply human. At a time when we were at our most vulnerable, he made us feel supported, protected and understood. The preparation, the guidance, the organisation on the day itself, every detail was handled with such professionalism and heartfelt compassion. Brad somehow managed to make one of the hardest experiences of our lives feel safe and held, and as difficult as the day was, it was perfect, beautiful, and everything we wanted. Brad is truly exceptional, as is Maxine and the entire team at Funerals & Farewells. The compassion, professionalism and genuine care shown throughout the entire process was beyond anything we could have imagined. We will never forget what Brad did for us, and we will never be able to thank him enough.

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VIVIAN NAJDA17 December 2025

I dont even know where to begin and no words can thank Brad and his team enough in the love and support they provide when you have lost a loved one close to your heart... Brad from the moment you first make contact with to your last, his compassion and kinds words and all his incredible planning behind the scenes and fine details to ensure the flow of the funeral runs smoothly is second to none... When choosing a Funeral Director or company I highly recommend Funerals and Farewells to take extra care and support for your loved ones final journey to rest...

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Rhoni B4 November 2025

I highly highly recommend going through funerals & farewells I've sadly gone with Brad two times with the upmost Guided Brilliant help from start to finish Please go through funerals & farewells you will have the most kindness caring gentle experience that you need going through this hard sad time Rhonda

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Nicci 676 June 2024

Brad is simply wonderful. During the saddest time of our lives Brad was with us every step of the way, he ensured the last thing we could do for a very much loved Wife, Mum, Nan and Great Nan was done so well. Nothing was too much trouble and Brad's attention to the smallest details made all the difference. The ceremony flowed beautifully and it was a beautiful, dignified send off. We are so happy we chose Funerals and Farewells, we cannot recommend Brad highly enough. ***New Review... We lost our beautiful Dad on 3/11/23, and once again, Brad was there to help us through an unbelievably horrible time. Our Dad had prearranged his funeral through Brad and Funerals and Farewells, and on the day, everything was seamless. The service was everything our Dad wanted, and Brad conducted the service with care, professionalism, and love. Brad really goes above and beyond, and he genuinely cares for the families he serves. It was an absolute honour to have Brad and Funerals and Farewells conduct our Dad's service. We could not have been in better hands and would like to thank Brad and his staff from the bottom of our hearts. If I could give Funerals and Farewells more than 5 stars, I would without any hesitation what so ever. Thanks again, Brad for helping to make one of the worst days of our lives into one we will look back on with genuinely appreciative and good memories. With our sincere appreciation for everything you did. Nicci and family.

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Natalie Wass25 September 2023

Thank you Brad for helping us through the funeral process - We had no idea where to begin, and you walked us through each part. We appreciate the compassion you showed our family at this difficult time & we Thankyou so much for your care and assistance in farewelling Keith. Highly recommend Funerals & Farewells Michelle and Natalie

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Anne Africa2 October 2022

We can highly recommend Brad at Funerals and Farewells. He thought of everything and was always in the background making sure things ran smoothly. His kind and gentle nature was very much appreciated. We would not hesitate to use him again.... hopefully not too soon!

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W K B Morris12 August 2021

I can't recommend Brad enough. My mother passed away unexpected through a covid lockdown, and I was in another state. Brad was so accommodating. When we were able to come together for our final goodbyes, Brad made everything easy and went out of his way to look after us all. Nothing was to much and everything was included. He made a very sad time much more bearable. Thank you so much for everything you did for us, it was so appreciated. I could not recommend funerals and farewells more.

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Contact
+61403863725funeralsandfarewells.com.au194/196 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC 3220
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