Greenhaven allowed me to personalise my wife's funeral in a way that wouldn't have been possible with other funeral directors. Carly was very understanding and easy to deal with and also very efficient. I have no hesitation in recommending Greenhaven.

My amazing step father Frank died after a very swift and aggressive illness. Our family heard about the personalised and cost-effective services offered by Greenhaven Funerals from Kristine Rawlinson, who is one of their celebrants.

It took just one brief call to Carly Dalton for her to quickly and carefully take care of everything. Her attention to detail was outstanding, especially in the face of our grieving family. She and Kristine quietly met with my mum in her home, allowing mum to relax in her own familiar environment after such a traumatic event.

With absolute kindness and tenderness, they talked mum through the process, offering her a number of tailored options which reflected Frank's personality and the way in which he lived his full life. Within a day, everything had been organised in consultation with my sister and I.

Kristine was a wonderfully engaging celebrant, who after a warm conversation with the family was able to craft a heartfelt service full of uplifting stories, poignant moments and perfect musical choices.

She and Carly made sure that the funeral ran without a hiccup, allowing our family to both grieve and celebrate Frank's life in a way that would have made him smile.

I am so thankful that Greenhaven Funerals were there, taking care of us every step of the way. I count Kristine and Carly as best friends for life.

xxx
Nicole

Dad's passing was very sudden. When the hospital told us about dad's condition, I have started to look for a funeral service provider. Carly was very sincere and understanding from the first time we spoke to each other over the phone. A day after our phone conversation, dad has passed away. I texted Carly as I could barely speak, and she has arranged a date for dad's service, liaised with the hospital and contacted our priest within hours. On the day, the service went flawlessly and we have received many compliments how well it went. Thank you Carly and Tim from the bottom of our heart!

Hi Carly, thank you so much for everything you have done! It's nice to know that there are good family business like yours that looks after people so well. This was the hardest thing I had to do in my entire life and I am glad I had you helping and looking after my brother! Thank you again and all the best.
Donna xxx

My husband passed away in October after 2 years of painful cancer. After 5 minutes on the phone with Carly I felt confident that this was the right funeral parlor for me. Carly made arrangements to pick my husband up from palliative care and was out at my place within a couple of hours. She was very caring and sensitive to my needs. She kept in contact with me and my son and reassuring us that everything was going to plan.
On the day of the funeral Carly picked us up at the front door and took us to the crematorium. The funeral went like clockwork and I have had so many comments on what a lovely funeral it was.
When the ashes were ready to be picked up Carly brought them back to my place. Carly goes that extra step that other funeral parlors seem to forget. I have dealt with several funeral parlors and none of them have come up to the standard of Green Haven.
Thank you Carly and Tim for such a great send off to the most important person in my life.

Carly and Tim were amazing in a difficult time. Carly was down to earth and supportive and arranged everything perfectly. They were both very understanding and adaptive to our needs and ideas and the final ceremony was just what my Dad would have wanted.

I recommend Greenhaven.

Losing a Family member is an emotionally draining time, I was relieved when Carly and her team took control of our Dads funeral, Carly immediately started to organise the procedures to make the process easier for us, she went out of her way to pick up clothing from me that we wanted Dad to wear, she also sent us the wonderful Kristine, I immediately felt at ease with Kristine, it was like talking to a friend. Kristine did Dads Eulogy and Photo tribute she organised photos via email from Queensland where my Brothers Live.
Kristine was very open to any ideas we might like to include in the Funeral, my children who are 10 & 12yrs decided to write on a Tennis ball (my Dad played Tennis most of his life) about the things they will remember about Granddad, Kristine acknowledge this and on their behalf, placed the ball on the coffin, I am sure this is a moment they will always remember.

Our Dad never really liked too much fuss made about him, however we did want to express our feelings about what he had always done, which was to care for his Family!

Greenhaven gave us what we were after, a simple Family service that was organised with genuine care and compassion.
Thanks to the team at Greenhaven Funerals,
Regards Michelle Henry and Family.

Approximate cost: $5k

My husband was diagnosed with a terminal illness about five months ago and he and I discussed his funeral. He wanted to be put into a cardboard box and that was it. When I saw the article about Carly Dalton and Greenhaven funerals in the Age newspaper I showed it to my husband who agreed that they sounded just right for us. And so I put the article away. When my husband died so suddenly we were bereft and lost. I phoned Greenhaven and spoke to Tim Dalton first explaining that my husband wanted to be placed in a cardboard box. Tim explained that they had cardboard boxes and I knew we had come to the right people. From that moment on we were in safe sensitive hands. Carly visited our family and gently drew out each member,s memories of Alec . From these memories Carly wove a narrative that was all about Alec. She consulted us all the way. She looked after Alec with tenderness and pride in her work. She and Tim took care of all the details with quiet efficiency and such good humour. I particularly appreciated that all expenses were clearly itemised and appeared on the one bill and , yes as they say ,"did not cost the earth"
I can recommend Greenhaven funerals with confidence . You won,t be disappointed...in fact we felt as tho we had gained two friends.

Although a sad time for we lost our Mum and Nan I have never been to a more fitting and genuine service. From the beginning arrangements until the very end of Mums funeral - I have to give Carly Dalton from Green Haven Funerals the best rating. Carly and her husband Tim are genuine people and Carly really relates to family and the deceased person. Nothing is a trouble for her and I could not have asked for a funeral any better than the one we shared recently.
From beginning to end professionally arranged and with unusual personal care. Many thanks Carly Dalton

Approximate cost: $5k +

Thank you Carly and Tim for all your help planning the funeral of our father. Both of you were fantastic during this difficult time. You gave our father a lovely service that suited his life perfectly. We as a family have no hesitation in recommending you to anyone, and are so glad we found your company. The continuity and personal touches you provided throughout are very much appreciated.