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Harrison Funerals

Harrison Funerals

4.8(40 reviews)See reviews ↓·Adelaide

About the company

Harrison Funerals was founded in 1927, when Sidney Harrison began working as an undertaker in a small rented shop and residence. The business is an independent, South Australian family-owned company of funeral planning specialists with four generations of experience in the industry.

Current owners Brenton Hill and his sister Wendy Blades continue the family legacy; Brenton Hill serves as Managing Director, and Chezie Nunn, the great-granddaughter of Sidney Harrison, serves as General Manager. The company owns a private cemetery, Drumminor Gardens Cemetery, in South Australia, and its team members belong to both the Australian Institute of Embalmers and the British Institute of Embalmers.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Harrison Funerals is described by families across Adelaide as a funeral director that handles services with genuine care and professionalism. Several customers name individual staff who guided them, including Robyn, Lori, Fiona, Jane, Moira, Michelle, Tracy and Ivana Beltrame, each credited with patience and kindness during difficult decision-making. A point made in several accounts is how smoothly arrangements ran, from the initial meeting through to the day itself, with families noting that nothing seemed too much trouble and that requests were met without pressure to decide quickly.

More than one review highlights the compassionate manner of the team, the calm and organised conduct of services, and the presentation of loved ones, with hair and final touches noted. The range of options available, including caskets, flowers and memorial cards for private services, is also acknowledged, as are the pleasant surroundings at the Cheltenham chapel. Grief support and clear advice before and after the service feature in accounts, and the little extras provided are remembered. Families describe feeling comforted and understood throughout, with the funeral of a son, a mother, a grandmother and a father all handled with the same steady attention, leaving relatives grateful for the send-off given.

Harrison Funerals — Customer photo
Harrison Funerals — Customer photo

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Sara Gleeson13 May 2026

Cannot rate Robyn, Lori and Fiona highly enough.All 3 were lovely, caring and super ready to make any request happen. For a very hard day they helped to make Mum’s celebration so perfect.

MM
Monique Maurer1 April 2026

Unfortunately I've Attended Several Funerals In The Last Tew Years. I've Found That Harrisons At Ridgehaven Has Been Very Professional, Compassionate To Everyone Involved. Both Chapels = Heritage And RiverGum Chapels Are Tranquile. The Staff Truly Care.♥️

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Andy31 January 2026

A Heartfelt Thank You to Harrisons Funeral Directors ​Losing our Father was incredibly difficult, but the team at Harrisons truly is a step above the rest. They turned a difficult time into a beautiful, seamless celebration of our Father’s life. ​ ​We cannot speak highly enough of Peggy. She was instrumental in ensuring our Father was truly honoured. Peggy is a genuine, compassionate human being who didn't just "manage" the process—she experienced our emotions alongside us and appreciated our Father for the unique person he was. Having someone so sincere in our corner made all the difference. ​The entire Harrisons team handled every detail with grace and professional ease. No request was too small or too "out there." They perfectly executed our quirky tributes, including: ​Organising the distribution of hats and stubby holders to attendees. ​Seamlessly managing the online stream so our overseas family could participate in the service without any technical issues. ​ ​We also want to give a special call-out to our celebrant, Robyn. She came into our home and took the time to truly learn about our Father, laughing with us as we shared stories. On the day of the service, Robyn celebrated his life with such warmth and familiarity that it felt as if she had known him all her life. ​Harrisons provided more than just a service; they provided comfort, flexibility, and genuine care. We are so grateful for their support.

GR
gale rust27 February 2025

Thank you to Jane and Moria for your kindness and professionalism. Thank you for the little extras. Very much appreciated. The dogs were perfect! Mum looked lovely. Her hair looked gorgeous! 🌹

RD
Rochelle Dart21 January 2025

Our family recently experienced the loss of a loved one, and we are so grateful for the care and compassion provided by Harrison. The team ensured everything ran smoothly during this incredibly difficult time. A special mention goes to Jane, who guided us every step of the way. She was understanding of the intense emotions we were feeling and the challenges grief brings when making decisions. Her kindness and patience made a world of difference. Harrison’s communication was outstanding—any questions we had were answered promptly, and they helped us organize resources to fulfill our wishes, which we likely would have struggled with on our own. The level of professionalism, combined with genuine emotional support, exceeded our expectations. Additionally, the cemetery is absolutely beautiful, offering a peaceful and comforting space. While mourning our loss, we are deeply thankful for the time, grace, and unwavering support given to us during one of the most challenging times of our lives. Thank you, Jane and Harrison Funerals, for everything.

KS
Kate Short18 September 2024

Best Funeral Place in Adelaide. Absolutely beautiful surroundings and inside. Lovely staff , I dealt with these wonderful women who helped us with compassion to get through the funeral of our son from beginning to end , Harrison's at Golden Grove is kindest and most beautiful place . I would recommend it to anyone who unfortunately has to deal with this painful process. You won't find a better place for having a beautiful caring send off for anyone you love.

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Annmarie Page13 April 2024

My mother's service at Cheltenham was absolutely beautiful. Tracy was the kindest, most lovely lady and everything I asked for, she did...and more. Could not recommend Harrison Funerals more for when you need to say goodbye to a loved one.

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1Embrace Funerals★ 5,0198Yes
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Contact
+61882656060www.harrisonfunerals.com.au63 Golden Grove Rd, Ridgehaven SA 5097
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