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Direct Cremations Melbourne

Direct Cremations Melbourne

5.0(50 reviews)See reviews ↓·Melbourne

About the company

Direct Cremations Melbourne specialises in simple, unattended direct cremations and is a specialised division of its sister company, Templeton Family Funerals. It is a family business owned and operated by sisters Ellese and Sheree Templeton, who have over 20 years' experience as independent funeral directors.

Families can choose from 5 crematoriums in Melbourne for the cremation.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Melbourne families dealing with the loss of a loved one have found the process handled with genuine care by Direct Cremations Melbourne. A recurring theme across the feedback is the compassion and understanding shown by staff, with Elise, Sheree, Melisa and Claire all named for their patience and warmth. Several customers describe the communication as prompt and thorough, noting that calls and emails were answered quickly and that clear information was provided at every stage, which helped ease confusion during a stressful period.

The handling of paperwork and necessary arrangements is frequently praised, with families expressing gratitude that these tasks were managed efficiently on their behalf. Several accounts note the transparent and straightforward approach that made costs easy to understand, including a simple unattended cremation described as reasonably priced and readily arranged. The respectful care given to the deceased also comes up, including the considerate return of ashes by a staff member. Those who had lost a parent or elderly relative describe being guided through required forms and supported in the days afterwards, with one family noting the team made contact again to offer continued support.

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Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Annie Laurenson4 August 2026

I cannot recommend Templeton Family Funerals highly enough. Upon my first contact, their response was swift and considerate. At all times throughout the process, they were gentle, providing all the information I required. Their care subsequently has been no less kind, touching base and offering support. I wanted a very simple unattended cremation and their price was extremely reasonable and easily obtained. Thank you, Sheree, for making a very painful time a little less stressful.

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Leanne Turnley4 June 2026

We've been so pleased with Templeton's. Elise & Sheree are the most wonderful, caring & understanding people. I would highly recommend Templetons to look after your loved one in the most loving way.

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Shona Kelsey26 May 2026

Our family is deeply grateful for the compassion and support shown by Templeton Family Funerals. The family farewell they helped us arrange for our Dad was everything we hoped for. It was intimate and truly centred on family. It felt personal and respectful and we couldn’t have asked for a more thoughtful experience.

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abigail isip2 April 2026

Claire and Melissa and the whole team has been so helpful and easy to talk to during this difficult time for our family. They were always ready to help and so prompt with answering phone calls and emails.

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K Cleary31 October 2025

Templeton family funerals were so caring and compassionate when our mother died recently. Our family took great comfort knowing that all the details were handled with professionalism at all times. I would highly recommend Templeton family funerals.

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Jane Burns19 May 2025

I would highly recommend Templeton Family Funerals for their professionalism, knowledge and care. From the very first phone call the women at Templeton were understanding and helpful. They took care of all the neccessary arrangements and paperwork and the young man who returned my partners ashes was so considerate. It was a very positive experience in a difficult time and I can't thank them enough.

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Katherine Farmer27 April 2025

Very Highly Recommend. Thank you so very much Templeton Family Funerals for making the whole process of dealing with my dear mothers cremation such a hassle free process. From my initial contact after finding you online, you were all so wonderful with every step of the process and Melisa you were a star always there to answer my worries and I constantly felt in very good hands at a stressful time...Your communication was fabulous, along with your guidance and compassion, you are such a great team of very caring professional people who provided a five star service for which I really am truely grateful. With great thanks, Sincerely Katherine

Cremation services in Melbourne compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 7 businesses in this category in Melbourne are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1Greenhaven Funerals★ 5,0140Yes
2Direct Cremations Melbourne (this page)★ 5,050Yes
3Memorial Urns Australia★ 5,012No
4Good Cremations★ 5,011Yes
5Tomorrow Funerals★ 5,06Yes
Contact
+61397581523www.directcremationsmelbourne.com.au2B Carmen St, Dandenong VIC 3175
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