Academy Funerals

4 Gary Woodford 3rd May 2021

Ashley and family of Academy Funerals were always available to guide us along the way as we prepared to farewell our mother. The memorial service led by celebrant Kerry was respectful and beautiful.

5 Robert Hartley 19th Apr 2021

At this most difficult time, Academy Funerals were most accommodating and caring in their approach and care for our loved one. I commend Ashley and his team to anyone looking for a caring and supportive funeral director who preempted our beds and provided gentle and appropriate guidance to us.  

5 Vivienne Couper 2nd Mar 2021

Ashley & Robin are very genuine people who offer very good sensible advice. They are extremely compassionate and helpful when planning a funeral.

5 Ronald Maynard 27th Feb 2021

Very professional and friendly, they make a difficult task so much easier. I would recommend them to anyone.

5 Karen Lane 19th Feb 2021

Sadly for my family, this is the third funeral Academy Funerals has done for us. Ashley is sensitive to his position, and makes you feel comfortable from the first point of contact. Nothing was too much trouble, everything was organised, which took the stress off me. Ashley turned up at my home, sat with me, offered suggestions when my mind didn’t want to comprehend what was going on. It also helps that they don’t charge the grieving family an arm and a leg in the darkest hours of our lives. The day went off exactly how I envisioned it, many many people commented on how wonderful Ray’s send off was. Having his service in the park by the ocean was the best idea ever. Thank you Ashley. I hope it’s a long time until we meet again. (I mean that in the nicest possible way). Karen Lane 

5 Colleen Blums 3rd Nov 2020

When Peter died we didn’t know what to do. Even though he had been unwell for a long time and we had often discussed death, we didn’t have any specific plans for a funeral. I knew the name of a song that was special to him but nothing else. It was through Google that we found Academy Funerals. The first thing that appealed to us was that it was an Australian family owned business. The next was that Ashely sent us a lovely email with an attachment that covered many services that Academy Funerals could provide that we didn’t even know existed. Ashley came to visit with us and immediately we felt that Peter was going to be in kind and caring hands. Neither Nicole nor I knew what to do or what to expect but we were gently guided through the process by Ashley and then Rod who was the celebrant for Peter’s funeral. Without exception everyone commented on how beautifully Rod conducted the service. Many assumed that he was a family friend. We were anxious about visiting Peter at Academy Funeral’s Lawnton premises a day or so before the funeral and we nearly didn’t go. However we were really glad that we did. It was so nice to see him and sit quietly with him. Nicole and her dad had a special ritual when they said good bye. At Rod’s suggestion she asked Robin to keep beeping the horn as he drove Peter slowly away. This was a first for Robin and a special moment for Nicole and me. Everything about Peter’s funeral went really well and we are very grateful to Ashley, Robin and Rod for making it work out so well. Thank you Colleen and Nicole Blums

5 Kylie cane 31st Oct 2020

No request was too big or too small - Ashley was incredibly helpful guiding us through the process. Highly empathetic business that provided my family with the support needed during such a harrowing time. Thank you just doesn’t seem enough 

5 Nicole Butcher 25th Oct 2020

From the very start Academy funerals were amazing. Ashley rang once said he’d never call again if I didn’t call him and kept that promise.  When I did contact him he was professional, upheld mums dignity, treated us all with kindness and understanding. Was never ever pushy. Robin did an amazing talk at mums funeral. Treating all the family with respect and going out of his way to get to know us before the service.  At such a sad time the last thing you need is a pushy sales person and Academy Funerals are far from pushy.  Thank you for treating mum with dignity, allowing me time to learn and heal and express my self. You are amazing and in the sad event that we or friends need the service of a funeral director again i would happily direct them your way 

5 Kyle Bush 24th Oct 2020

Very caring, helpful and compasionate. Thankyou

5 Charmaine Free 13th Sep 2020

Very caring and supportive.

5 Tanya Somerville 17th Jul 2020

Ashley and the team were absolutely wonderful.

5 Joel Wallace 13th Mar 2020

Very professional very helpful very understanding I would recommend Australian Academy funerals in a heartbeat

4 Leonard Chaplin 18th Feb 2020

We found them to be very helpful in our momentof compassion. Due to the sudden passing of our father late in the day. With their help all went well with the funeral.

5 Lynne Cl 26th Jan 2020

I would highly recommend to anyone.. loved the service and the people

5 Allan Tunney 24th Jan 2020

Ashley was professional, caring and really helped our family organise this delecate process.

5 Julie-Anne Tuccakau 15th Nov 2019

My family were extremely satisfied with the professional service we received from Academy Funerals. Personally I feel that I made the right choice at a difficult time, when you want the best for your mother's funeral but also have a budget to work within. Every part of the process felt comfortable, and we were supported in the arrangements. We were able to run the memorial service as a family, without the need for a celebrant which made it more personal. Thank you.

5 Kathy Cook 24th Aug 2019

Completely amazing and accomodating. Making a hard process easy

5 Sheree Black 22nd Aug 2019

When my mum was dying I was told about Academy Funerals by a dear friend. Then I made the phone call and Ashley sounded so calm and friendly. Ashley and his dear wife Katrina were just like family. When they arrived at my house, after travelling for and hour, it was as though I had come home. I can't explain it. Nothing was difficult or too hard for them. They were so very caring and kind to me and looked after my mum so tenderly. They helped me get through one of the hardest times in my life. I will be forever grateful. Their prices are very reasonable and I have no hesitation in recommending them as funeral directors.

5 Madonna Quixley 11th Jun 2019

Ashley provided a professional and friendly service which we all appreciated very much.

5 Michele Nash 30th Apr 2019

Thank you Ashley - your kindness and willingness at such a challenging time was much appreciated. Your immediate response was very impressive and asking loads of questions was always welcomed. Again thank you very much.  Kind regards Michele Nash 

5 Gwenda Vatro 27th Apr 2019

A very sensible way to save thousands of unnecessary dollars at a time when you are feeling particularly raw and vulnerable. I’ll be requesting this company in my will. It’s quite shocking to see how other companies manipulate people financially when they are at their most fragile. 

5 Evelyn Morataya 1st Apr 2019

Both Katherine and Ashley were amazing. They were gentle and caring, down to earth. We were able to tell them what we wanted for our Grandma and they didn't try and push or sell us anything that we hadn't requested. Extremely amazing service despite it being a sad time for us. I can't thank them enough for taking care of my grandmother. Thank you so much.

5 Bridgett Lennox 23rd Mar 2019

From the very first contact Ashley provided information to assist me to make informed decisions at a very stressful time. His continued professionalism matched with kindness and understanding impressed when family dynamics came into play. Ashley remained true to his word. Delivered and coordinated all aspects of the funeral arrangements as per our family"s wishes from the commencement through to completion.

5 Mirama Mosese 19th Mar 2019

Ash and his crew were so supportive and caring throughout the funeral process of my Grandmother. This is the second time we have used ‘Polynesian Funerals’ and we would never use anyone else now. Losing loved ones is such a tough thing to have to go through but Polynesian Funerals definitely make the process so much easier through their genuine care, support and understanding. Thanks Ash & the crew! ❤️

5 Marlene Woodward 18th Mar 2019

Very Happy with the help and support from Academy thank you Ashley and Katrina