Plan ahead with confidence

Planning ahead allows your wishes to be known and helps ease future decisions for your family.
Understand your options, record your wishes, and make informed decisions at your own pace.

A funeral with Crane Funerals reflects who you are and what you mean to those around you.

Crane Funerals pre-paid funerals remove stress and financial burden from your family. You are in control of how you’re remembered. And it can also save you money.

So, congratulations for taking steps to plan ahead.

Find out more below.

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Don’t lose peace of mind
worrying about the details

Let us support you in setting up the exact service you have in mind. We’ll help you take care of all the details.

Then you can relax. Your plans are in place. Your money is held securely in a capital guaranteed trust. And you can go on enjoying life to the full.

And when the time comes, you will be remembered and live on in the hearts and minds of your family and friends.

3 Ways a Crane Funerals Prepaid Funeral Can Save You Money

Locks in costs at today’s prices – our fixed price funerals mean you avoid rising costs.
No ongoing payments – once paid in full there are no other costs to worry about.
Pay in instalments or upfront – you don’t need to have the full sum available today.

Pre-paid funeral plans are also excluded from the assets test. This can help preserve your pension entitlements.

Crane Funerals pre-paid funeral

Are provided by Forester’s Friendly Society. Foresters (AFSL No 241421) is a public company registered under the Corporations Act 2001.

It is subject to laws and regulations under the Life Insurance Act 1995 and the Corporations Act 2001 and is regulated by the Australian Prudential Regulatory Authority.

Visit forestersfinancial.com.au for more information.

As one of Melbourne’s leading bespoke Funeral Directors – with over 28 years experience – the funeral you arrange with us is your choice. No long strict list of “Package” options to wade through and be restricted by.

Need More more Information?

If you’d like more information, or need immediate no strings attached assistance, now is the perfect time to call:

Somerville / Mornington Peninsula
(03) 5977 7198.

Montrose / Eastern Suburbs
(03) 9761 8494.

You’re also welcome to call me directly on my mobile at
0447 727 263.

Alternatively, feel free to send us a message via our secure contact form if you don’t need to talk with us on the phone just yet.

D.V.A Pensioners / R.S.L Funerals. Returned Service men & women (old or young) deserve nothing less than the very best in professional assistance. You will also receive special considerations / savings on our funerals. Feel free to call to discuss your R.S.L funeral service needs with us.

Clients appreciate
our warmth & care

    
 
 
      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I first went to Bare funerals after Dad passed, it wasn’t great, I knew I needed someone else. Someone professional and caring, that could help.
Damian was recommended to us through a mutual friend of a friend and we never looked back.
Caring, thoughtful, professional and that is just a few superlatives.
You will not regret having Damian care for your loved one and being part of your family.
I cannot speak more highly of him.
Thank you Damien.
  
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   Rob Lynch 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Damian seamlessly arranged my Mum's funeral in 2023, so when my husband passed away on New Year's Eve 2025 I didn't hesitate to ask Damian to arrange his funeral. Damian came to meet with us on New Year's Day, and the arrangements and service iteself all went very smoothly. Damian is kind, easy to deal with, and very professional. I loved that we could use this small local company with the personal touch to support us at such a difficult time. Thanks Damian.
  
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   Hil Johnson 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. very kind…and good service
  
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   Yong fui Chin 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Damian and his wife  Kelky  were very professional and helpful when they organised my mum’s funeral, they are very nice,  friendly and patient. They responded to my enquiry instantly and provided valuable suggestions. I am very appreciated for their service and  support.
  
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   Xia Yuan 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have used Crane Funerals twice now and we found Damian and his team to be kind, sensitive and also efficient.  The second time it was such a comfort to us to know we were in good hands.  We highly recommend Crane Funerals.
  
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   Irena Krol 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thank you to Damian & team for the fabulous farewell for our love one.  The compassion you showed to us all was much appreciated at a difficult time. From Denis’s family.
  
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   Nic Baker 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so appreciative of Damian and Kelly from Crane Funeral Services.
I entrusted Damian and his team to provide funeral services for our late sister.   Damian and his wife, Kelly, are very helpful and compassionate individuals who genuinely care about others.   Additionally, Kelly is proficient in Mandarin Chinese.   It was their meticulous care and assistance that saw me through the most challenging times.

Damian and his team are highly professional and adept at listening to our needs.   With their assistance, we were able to resolve all issues in a short period.

I am very satisfied with all the services provided by Damian and his team throughout the entire funeral process.   I highly recommend Crane Funerals to anyone in need of such funeral services.
  
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   Xing Alex 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We appointed Damian as our funeral director for my friend son’s funeral. As they are from oversea and Chinese background, they are very lucky to have Damian wife (Kelly)can speak Mandarin. Damian and his wife are very helpful and able to help us settle everything in a short period of time. During such a difficult time and with so many decisions to make, Damian and Kelly at Crane Funerals was just fabulous! They made things simple and stress-free. They are empathetic, caring and very attentive. Damian and his team were amazing. Very professional as well as very caring for the needs of the family I was very happy with all that Damian provided before, during and after the funeral. I would highly recommend Crane Funerals to anyone needing such a service.
  
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   Angie Ng 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We are so appreciative of Damian and Kelly from Crane Funeral Services. They provide a personalised service in the calmest, most considerate manner and helped us organise the Buddhist part of the ceremony too. We highly recommend entrusting your loved one to their care.
  
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   Sandra Neoh 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Damián and Kelly were so amazing to deal with. We were all in a state of shock at our late mum’s passing and relied on Damian for assistance throughout. He guided us through what was essentially a blend of Western and Eastern Buddhist service. Nothing was too difficult for Damian. He was always ready to help and ready to make changes to suit the family. Kelly was also amazing and helped us organise the Buddhist aspects to the funeral. Our family and I are ever so grateful for all your assistance on this very important day for the family. You have excelled and made the day run smoothly for us. My family and I highly recommend Crane Funeral Services.
  
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   LN Neoh

I first went to Bare funerals after Dad passed, it wasn’t great, I knew I needed someone else. Someone professional and caring, that could help. Damian was recommended to us through a mutual friend of a friend and we never looked back. Caring, thoughtful, professional and that is just a few superlatives. You will not regret having Damian care for your loved one and being part of your family. I cannot speak more highly of him. Thank you Damien.

Rob Lynch

Damian seamlessly arranged my Mum's funeral in 2023, so when my husband passed away on New Year's Eve 2025 I didn't hesitate to ask Damian to arrange his funeral. Damian came to meet with us on New Year's Day, and the arrangements and service iteself all went very smoothly. Damian is kind, easy to deal with, and very professional. I loved that we could use this small local company with the personal touch to support us at such a difficult time. Thanks Damian.

Hil Johnson

very kind…and good service

Yong fui Chin

Damian and his wife Kelky were very professional and helpful when they organised my mum’s funeral, they are very nice, friendly and patient. They responded to my enquiry instantly and provided valuable suggestions. I am very appreciated for their service and support.

Xia Yuan

We have used Crane Funerals twice now and we found Damian and his team to be kind, sensitive and also efficient. The second time it was such a comfort to us to know we were in good hands. We highly recommend Crane Funerals.

Irena Krol

Thank you to Damian & team for the fabulous farewell for our love one. The compassion you showed to us all was much appreciated at a difficult time. From Denis’s family.

Nic Baker

We are so appreciative of Damian and Kelly from Crane Funeral Services. I entrusted Damian and his team to provide funeral services for our late sister. Damian and his wife, Kelly, are very helpful and compassionate individuals who genuinely care about others. Additionally, Kelly is proficient in Mandarin Chinese. It was their meticulous care and assistance that saw me through the most challenging times. Damian and his team are highly professional and adept at listening to our needs. With their assistance, we were able to resolve all issues in a short period. I am very satisfied with all the services provided by Damian and his team throughout the entire funeral process. I highly recommend Crane Funerals to anyone in need of such funeral services.

Xing Alex

We appointed Damian as our funeral director for my friend son’s funeral. As they are from oversea and Chinese background, they are very lucky to have Damian wife (Kelly)can speak Mandarin. Damian and his wife are very helpful and able to help us settle everything in a short period of time. During such a difficult time and with so many decisions to make, Damian and Kelly at Crane Funerals was just fabulous! They made things simple and stress-free. They are empathetic, caring and very attentive. Damian and his team were amazing. Very professional as well as very caring for the needs of the family I was very happy with all that Damian provided before, during and after the funeral. I would highly recommend Crane Funerals to anyone needing such a service.

Angie Ng

We are so appreciative of Damian and Kelly from Crane Funeral Services. They provide a personalised service in the calmest, most considerate manner and helped us organise the Buddhist part of the ceremony too. We highly recommend entrusting your loved one to their care.

Sandra Neoh

Damián and Kelly were so amazing to deal with. We were all in a state of shock at our late mum’s passing and relied on Damian for assistance throughout. He guided us through what was essentially a blend of Western and Eastern Buddhist service. Nothing was too difficult for Damian. He was always ready to help and ready to make changes to suit the family. Kelly was also amazing and helped us organise the Buddhist aspects to the funeral. Our family and I are ever so grateful for all your assistance on this very important day for the family. You have excelled and made the day run smoothly for us. My family and I highly recommend Crane Funeral Services.

LN Neoh