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Ivan Butler Funerals

Ivan Butler Funerals

4.4(36 reviews)See reviews ↓·Adelaide

About the company

Ivan Butler Family Funeral Directors is wholly owned and operated by the Butler family, marking 50 years of funeral service in 2025. The business was founded by Ivan and Coral Butler in 1975, and Ivan conducted his first funeral at the Enfield Crematorium on 27 June that year. Following Ivan's retirement in 1992, the company passed to his son Michael and wife Rachel, with third-generation family member Thomas also working in the business.

The funeral home's private chapel seats up to 100 people. Ivan Butler Family Funeral Directors is a member of Funerals Australia, formerly the Australian Funeral Directors Association.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Graveside services, cremation arrangements and chapel ceremonies at Klemzig form the core of the work described by those who have used this family-run funeral home. The care shown by staff comes through as the most repeated observation, with named team members including Michael Butler, Geoff Lewis, Allie, Thomas and Karina thanked for guiding families from the first phone call through to the last piece of paperwork.

Reviewers often note that coffins, flower arrangements and treasured belongings such as photographs and hats were positioned with thought, and that national symbols were incorporated as a personal gesture. Faith traditions and cultural needs were managed with understanding, according to several accounts, and ceremonies were shaped to reflect the character of the person who had died. Realistic costs that allowed for financial limits are mentioned frequently, as are the chapel facilities and the contribution of civil celebrant Bruce Logan.

Comments also highlight the warmth extended to relatives, including young children, and the sense that this remains a family business rather than a corporate operation. Dignity, patience and a readiness to do more than expected run through the feedback, with the individual tributes created for mothers, fathers and husbands standing out as what families remember most.

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Ivan Butler Funerals — Customer photo
Ivan Butler Funerals — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Nillawan Mok18 May 2026

My father was an extraordinary man so when it came to his final farewell we needed it to be an unforgettable experience. Our expectations were incredibly high, yet Ivan Butler delivered all we had hoped and more. Our funeral directors Thomas and Karina ensured the entire process ran smoothly from planning to execution. I cannot thank the team enough. Their support for our insurmountable grief was unwavering when we needed them most. I cannot recommend them enough. Professional. Precise. Personalised. We had a Buddhist ceremony and it was perfect. They also accommodated us bringing a feast as our father was a chef.

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Julie Matthew1 March 2026

Absolutely disgusted with how an Ivan Butler funeral attendant spoke to us today at my Auntie's funeral. It was already a difficult day and to be spoken to in such a demeaning way by this attendant was appalling.

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Helen Brady10 February 2026

Ivan Butler Funerals supported my family and I through Mum’s funeral and I honestly cannot recommend them highly enough. From the very first contact, every staff member we met was warm, respectful and incredibly caring. They listened to what we needed and supported my family members, including my 9 year old son with genuine care and compassion. We felt a genuine connection which was much appreciated in this overwhelming time. They treated Mum with complete dignity and respect and guided us through every step with professionalism and kindness. Nothing ever felt too hard or too much trouble. Mum’s funeral was exactly as she would’ve wanted. Thank you to the whole team, you made such a difference, during one of the hardest times of my life 💜

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G. Robinson9 February 2026

Very happy with Ivan Butler Funerals in their handling of the farewell of our dear father, and husband of 70 years. Caring and most professional, both their staff and recommended civil celebrant, Bruce Logan. And the facilities in Klemzig were excellent, with the chapel perfect for what we had sought. All reasonably priced. A genuine family-run business that has not become corporatised. Our family has no reservation in giving a strong recommendation.

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Jan Hayes7 January 2026

Ivan Butler Funerals provided our family with exceptional care and compassion during an incredibly difficult time. From start to finish, everything was handled with dignity, respect, and genuine kindness. The service was beautifully organised and truly reflected our mum's life, and we’ve had so many people comment on how meaningful and moving it was. We are deeply grateful to Allie and the entire team for their professionalism, warmth, and support. I would highly recommend Ivan Butler Funerals to anyone needing guidance and care when it matters most. Thank ypu so much

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Wendy Ellis18 August 2025

Our family wish to convey our great appreciation of the services Ivan Butler Funerals, Klemzig family afforded our dear Mother. Nothing was too much trouble to create a truly personal tribute and send off. From the very first contact by phone their was immediate care and concern for the family and taking Mum into their care. Faith perspectives and requirements were handled with professional understanding. The family also appreciate the realistic costings, but mostly the Butler family ethos of caring for local families. We are most grateful.

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Margareta Grigore21 July 2025

Dean and the staff at Ivan Butker Klemzig where amazing to work with, they arranged and executed the funeral for my father without fault according to our orthdox traditions. They are a professional team who will sit down with you and take the time to understand your personal wants and needs and deliver a funeral service with attention to detail, even when pressed for time as we where, within 3 working days the crew achieved an amazing feat incorporating a viewing, orthodox church service and burial. Many thanks from the Grigores!

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Contact
Working hours
Monday08:30–17:00
Tuesday08:30–17:00
Wednesday08:30–17:00
Thursday08:30–17:00
Friday08:30–17:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed