Funeral director · Melbourne

Lonergan & Raven

On enquiry

Lonergan & Raven is an independent family-owned funeral home based in Melbourne Metro, Melbourne. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation.

Is Lonergan & Raven a good funeral director?

Lonergan & Raven is an established funeral director provider based in Melbourne, Australia. Lonergan & Raven is an independent family-owned funeral home based in Melbourne Metro, Melbourne. Services include traditional burial, traditional cremation, direct cremation. Pricing is on enquiry.

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Key takeaways

  • Lonergan & Raven is profiled in our independent funeral director directory.
  • Primary location: Melbourne, Australia. Pricing: On enquiry.
  • Best for: AFDA member.
  • Website available for direct booking.
  • Compare with alternatives in our 2026 national ranking.

What Lonergan & Raven offers

AFDA member
Family-owned
24/7 available
50+ years
Melbourne Metro based

Common questions

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Is Lonergan & Raven reputable?

Lonergan & Raven is profiled in our independent directory based on public records and the provider's own published information. We do not yet aggregate review data for this category.

How much does Lonergan & Raven charge?

Lonergan & Raven's pricing falls in the "On enquiry" range. Exact quotes depend on the specific service and scope — request a free written quote to compare before committing.

Where is Lonergan & Raven based?

Lonergan & Raven is primarily based in Melbourne, Australia, and serves clients across Melbourne and surrounding areas. Check with the provider directly for specific service-area coverage.

What are the alternatives to Lonergan & Raven?

Our independent ranking of the top funeral director in Australia includes Lady Anne Funerals, Southern Cross Funeral Directors, Bare Cremations Sydney. Each has different strengths — see our comparison for a side-by-side breakdown.

How much does a funeral cost in Australia?

Traditional funeral with burial: $9,000-$18,000. Traditional with cremation: $5,500-$13,000. Direct cremation (no service): $1,800-$4,500. Costs vary significantly by location (Sydney highest), coffin choice ($800-$8,000), cemetery plot fees ($1,500-$25,000), and service venue. Get itemised quotes from 2-3 funeral directors before deciding — costs can be negotiated, especially for non-traditional services. Funeral bonds and prepaid plans lock in current prices.

What's included in a funeral director's service fee?

Standard inclusions: collection of deceased, preparation/embalming if required, refrigeration, paperwork (death registration, cremation permits, etc.), liaison with cemetery/crematorium, organisation of service venue, hearse, viewing arrangements, professional staff on day of service, coordination with celebrant or clergy. NOT included (separate costs): coffin/casket, cemetery plot or cremation fees, flowers, newspaper notices, catering, celebrant fees, transportation for family. Always request itemised quotes.

Can I have a funeral without a funeral director?

Legally yes in Australia, though logistically challenging. Some families do this for cultural reasons or significant cost savings. Requirements: collect/transport the deceased, arrange refrigeration (mandatory in most states), obtain death certificate, lodge with Births Deaths and Marriages, arrange cremation/burial, comply with public health regulations. Costs reduce to ~$1,500-$3,500 (mostly cremation/burial fees). Better suited to small intimate gatherings, often religious or alternative communities. The Natural Death Centre (naturaldeath.org.au) provides guidance.

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