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It’s Okay to Laugh at a Funeral

People often think funerals have to be serious from start to finish. Quiet voices. Straight faces. No room for anything else. And yes, funerals are important. They carry...

Should you be a casket bearer?

Some invitations carry weight. There’s a moment at many funerals that often goes unseen. It doesn’t happen at the front of the chapel. It doesn’t happen at the...

Should I be present when the lid goes on the casket?

If you choose to work with Hardings Funerals, you will note that this is a question that is often asked of a family, “Do they...

Should my child see my nana or grandad in their casket?

We believe that given a chance, our little ones can teach US about death. Their innocence and honesty mean they can ask simple and direct questions...

“Our family wish to thank Hardings for their excellent services provided during the previous week. The team were so kind, compassionate & supportive. Jordie provided wonderful guidance & advice to compliment our ideas & honour mum's wishes. Kelly delivered a beautiful eulogy weaving a story using mum's words along with the rest of the family's input. The hair & makeup team are to be complimented on presenting mum as she would have liked. An all round positive experience & we were more than happy with the outcome. The family received many positives comments which is in part due to Hardings professionalism."

Tim Newport

“We can’t thank Kelly, Jordie, and the Hardings team enough for their preparations and service. Their empathy and care heralded our family through every detail while bringing humor and light into a very sad time. They gave space to those near and far to participate in planning over video calls and a live-streamed service. It’s no small feat to rally a group, let alone create an environment with the intimacy necessary to mourn and memorialise"

Lynne Paynter

“Kelly and her team took great care of our much loved Aunty when she passed away recently. Kelly led the funeral and took care of all event arrangements to hold a +450 people event. All this while supporting our family through a difficult time. I recommend them if you are ever in this situation. Lastly Kelly, Brittany and Jordie partnered so well with Linda and her team at Tairoa Lodge - a dream team at a sad time. Thank you all. Regards Lynne Paynter."

Connie Williams

“A mothers love and thanks to all the staff, genuinely warm, affectionate and more then thoughtful. I felt more then comfortable with leaving my beloved son in the care of these people"