Donations
Although traditionally friends have sent flowers to grieving families, it is now more common to invite donations to a relevant charity, to be made in memory of the deceased. If you choose this option we will ensure that a donation box is available at the service, and will organise for the money collected to be […]
Visual Presentations
Paterson’s will create a slideshow of photos to reflect the life of your loved one.Such a presentation can be a meaningful way to share more memories and highlight a life. It can be shown before or during the funeral, accompanied by your own special music. Visual presentations can be shown at Paterson’s chapel or at […]
Vehicles
Paterson’s offers two Ford Falcon Hearses as part of our service to clients and families.
Catering
Offering refreshments after a funeral is regarded as an important aspect of the funeral service. This is a time for meeting up with family members and friends, sharing stories and recalling in greater detail the life of the person who has died. Sometimes it is an opportunity for a family reunion. Paterson’s is fully equipped […]
Service Sheets, Memorial Book and Acknowledgement Cards
Service sheets (orders of service) may be printed for handing out at the funeral service. Sizes and styles range from the standard size through to bookmarks. Service sheets have now become a sought-after item at a funeral service. Some families consider service sheets to be a gift to those who attend the service and many […]
Pall Bearers
If you are using pall bearers, it is best that you approach these people prior to the funeral service. Most friends will be honoured to assist you by helping to carry the casket at the funeral. This may also be a useful way to involve members of clubs or groups that were relevant to the […]
Headstones, Plaques and Death Certificate
Paterson’s can provide advice and assistance regarding the selection and purchase of headstones and plaques. We are able to refer you to local Monumental Masons who specialise in this service. Death certificate After the funeral Paterson’s electronically registers the death of the person who has died. Following this online registration, Births, Deaths and Marriages processes […]
Payment
The funeral account Every funeral invoice from Paterson’s is individualised. It will generally include professional service fees, mortuary services, vehicle transfers and a casket. Other items may be included and will be itemised such as: crematorium and cemetery fees, ashes and memorial fees, doctor’s fees, newspaper notices, flowers, printing, catering, a death certificate, gratuities and […]
Probate
Probate (a term coming from a Latin word meaning ‘proof’) is the procedure by which the courts recognise a will as authentic. The executors of the will must obtain probate from the court so that they have authority to deal with assets (and liabilities) of the person who has died and to enable distribution of […]
Helpful Websites
www.catholicfunerals.co.nz For those of the Catholic faith, the Catholic Funerals website has been designed with the support of the Archdiocese of Wellington. This website allows you to plan a Funeral Mass; it provides you with all of the approved Bible readings, as well as many hymns. The website also sets out the Catholic Church’s approved […]