Upcoming Services.

Celebration for Dr Aspi Sahukar
Aug
4

Celebration for Dr Aspi Sahukar

Celebrating the life of

Dr Aspi Sahukar

February 3, 1933 - July 30, 2025

Monday August 4 2025

The Pavilion Room, Marrickville Library

2.45pm Service

You are warmly invited to share in an afternoon of remembrances and reflections of Aspi and the life we shared.

Please stay after the service for afternoon tea.

For those unable to attend in person, please see the livestream link below.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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Dying to Know Open Day at Life Rites Funerals
Aug
9

Dying to Know Open Day at Life Rites Funerals

We are delighted to announce our annual Dying to Know Open Day at Life Rites Funerals.

All are welcome!

Come in and see a genuinely independent, doula-led, and holistic funeral home and practice. 

Saturday 9 August 2025
1pm to 4pm
Free event

Some areas are wheelchair accessible. Please get in touch via direct message to discuss any accessibility needs or questions.

RSVP via the form below

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Wake of Dianne Diven
July
31

Wake of Dianne Diven

Celebrating the life of

Dianne Diven

05.05.1948 - 22.07.2025

Please join us to celebrate our lovely Dianne at her wake on

Thursday 31st July, 2025 at St George Sailing Club.

1:30pm-5:00pm

Dianne’s family welcome you to
join them at St George Sailing Club to raise a glass, have a laugh, share memories of Di and enjoy her favourite Aussie rock classics together.

This is a private gathering and we ask that this invitation is not shared.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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Honouring Dianne Diven
July
31

Honouring Dianne Diven

Celebrating the life of

Dianne Diven

05.05.1948 - 22.07.2025

Please join us to celebrate and farewell our lovely Dianne on

Thursday 31st July, 2025 at Life Rites Boutique Funeral Home.

11:00am for 11:30am Service

Following on from the service in Hurstville, Dianne’s family welcome you to
join them at St George Sailing Club to raise a glass, have a laugh, share memories of Di and enjoy her favourite Aussie rock classics together.

This will be an intimate and private ceremony and we ask that you do not share this invite.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

11am-1pm: Ceremony at Life Rites Funerals - 118 Durham St, Hurstville. Easy parking in Woolworth carpark opposite.

1.30pm-5pm: Wake at St George Sailing Club - 2 Riverside Dr, Sans Souci (all welcome).

 
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July
25

Honouring Susan Landreth

Honouring the life of

Susan Marie Therese

Landreth

(née Backhouse)

3 October, 1945 - 7 July, 2025

Please join us as we say farewell to our beloved Susan.

Friday 25th July, 2025

St James’ Church, 173 King St, Sydney

10:45 for 11:00am Memorial Service. Refreshments to follow in St James’ covered courtyard.

Please let us know in the RSVP below if you are able to attend.

Following the service, please join us for light refreshments and drinks to spend the afternoon sharing memories of Susan in St. James’ covered courtyard beside the church.

St. James’ is in the heart of Sydney city, at the corner of King and Phillip Streets beside Hyde Park.

St James’ is a short walk from St James or Martin Place train station, and is on several bus routes. There is no off street parking, but there is a drop off area and some nearby parking stations (including at Piccadilly Centre, the Domain and St Mary’s Cathedral).

Please wear respectful attire suitable for a church memorial.

There is no need to send flowers - Donations to The Smith Family, one of Susan’s favourite charities can be made here.

The memorial will be streamed live online and recorded for those unable to attend.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below and let us know if you wish to attend in person, online, would like to receive a digital copy of the recording, or are unable to attend but would like to send your thoughts.

 
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Honouring Jonathan Lloyd
July
16

Honouring Jonathan Lloyd

Honouring the life of

Jonathan Rhys Lloyd

06.06.1976 - 23.06.2025

Please join us as we say goodbye to our darling Jono.

Wednesday 16th July, 2025 at Horizons

1:30pm for 2pm Service

Horizons is on the second floor of South Maroubra Surf Life Saving Club.

Following on from the service, Jon’s family welcome you to stay and
join them for light refreshments and sharing memories of Jon until 6pm.

As Jon was not a traditionalist, please wear whatever you feel most comfortable in.

There is no need to send flowers, Jon would prefer donations to Chris O’Brien Lifehouse here

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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Honouring Warren Yee
July
15

Honouring Warren Yee

Honouring the life of

Warren Yee

19/11/1946 - 03/07/2025

Please join us as we come together to remember and celebrate the life of Warren.

Tuesday 15th July, 2025 at Woronora Memorial Gardens

1:00 pm - Service in the South Chapel

2pm - Refreshments in the Tea Rooms on site

Following on from the service, Warren’s family welcome you to stay and
join them for light refreshments at the Tea Rooms on site.

Warren’s service will be live streamed for those unable to attend in person.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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Honouring Gary Lloyd
July
9

Honouring Gary Lloyd

Honouring the life of

Gary Lloyd

13.12.1951 - 27.06.2025

Please join us to celebrate and farewell Gary on

Wednesday 9th July, 2025 at Life Rites Boutique Funeral Home.

1:00pm for 1:30pm Service

Following on from the service, Gary’s family welcome you to stay and
join them to raise a glass and share memories of Gary until 4:30pm.

There is no need to send flowers, we would prefer donations to support researching Lewy Body Dementia. We will add a link to a charity soon.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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Celebrating the Life of Lana Watt
July
4

Celebrating the Life of Lana Watt

Celebrating the Life of

Lana Watt

29/06/1950 - 23/06/2025

We warmly invite you to join us as we remember, celebrate and pay tribute to life of Lana.

We’ll gather by the sea, to honour her memory with stories, reflection, and connection.

Friday 4th July, 2025

Funeral Ceremony: 10:00 am The Coast Chapel - 50 Pine Ave, Little Bay

Refreshments: 12:00 pm The Coast Golf and Recreation Club - 1 Coast Hospital Rd, Little Bay.

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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In Loving Memory of Tyson Axel Agustian
June
20

In Loving Memory of Tyson Axel Agustian

In Loving Memory of
Tyson Axel Agustian

04 June 2024 – 05 June 2025

“Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them,
for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.”
– Mark 10:14

Friday 20th June, 2025

Funeral Ceremony: 9:00am (AEST) South Chapel, Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park

Burial: 10:00am (AEST) Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park

With hearts full of grief yet anchored in God’s eternal love, we invite you to join us in a funeral service to honour and celebrate the life of our precious baby boy, Tyson Axel Agustian, who touched our hearts during his time with us.

The service will be followed by the burial at the memorial park.

Live Stream Access
For loved ones who cannot attend in person, a live stream of the service will be available.
Click here to watch live (link to be provided)

Please RSVP using form below by Wednesday, 18 June 2025, to help us prepare with care, please let us know if you will be attending.

We are grateful for your love, presence, and prayers during this time.
Though Tyson’s time with us was short, he will remain forever in our hearts.

With love,
Eko Agustian & Yessyca

 
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Honouring the Life of Lynette Jean Smith
June
16

Honouring the Life of Lynette Jean Smith

Honouring the Life of

Lynette Jean Smith

25.08.1960 - 23.05.2025

Dear friends and community, please join Lyn’s family to honour, remember and celebrate Lyn and her wonderful life.

Monday 16th June, 2025

Funeral Ceremony: 12pm South Chapel, Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park

Burial: 1pm Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park

Lyn’s family warmly welcome you to join them for refreshments and sharing tales of Lyn after the burial at Yarra Bay Sailing Club, 67-69 Yarra Rd, Phillip Bay.

There is no need to send flowers, Lyn would prefer donations to the National Asthma Foundation Australia - www.nationalasthma.org.au/support-us

To assist us with planning, please RSVP below.

 
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Celebrating the Life of Anna Gowan
June
3

Celebrating the Life of Anna Gowan

A Celebration of the Life of

Anna Gowan

1960 - 2025

Dear friends and community, please join Anna’s family to honour, remember and celebrate Anna and her wonderful life.

Anna’s memorial will take place in the Long Reef Golf Club, Anzac Ave, Collaroy.

Tuesday 3rd June, 2025

Ceremony: Arrive 1:00pm. Ceremony to begin at 1:15pm.

Please bring your stories and stay for food, drinks, tears and laughter following the ceremony until 5pm, remembering this vibrant woman together. Wear a pop of colour if you would like to.

To assist us with planning, can you please use the below form to RSVP.

This ceremony will not be live-streamed.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to towards research for treatment and cure for lung cancer. Donate here.

NOTE: Parking is limited, please consider this in your travel plans.

 
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Funeral of Janette Gibson
May
13

Funeral of Janette Gibson

A Celebration of the Life of

Janette Gibson

1954 - 2025

Dear family and friends, please join us to honour, remember and celebrate Mum and her wonderful life.  

Janette’s funeral will take place in the Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club. 

Please dress in celebration of Mum’s life.

Tuesday 13 May, 2025

Ceremony: Arrive from 11:30am, ceremony to begin at 12:00pm.

Refreshments: A short coastal stroll to the Surf Deck at the Collaroy following the ceremony.

In lieu of flowers, Luke, Jodie and Cass are suggesting donating to Dementia Australia in Janette’s memory.

To assist us with planning, can you please use the below form to RSVP.

 
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Funeral Ceremony for David Farrugia
May
13

Funeral Ceremony for David Farrugia

Funeral Ceremony for

David Farrugia

On Wednesday 30th April, Dave, my beautiful husband left us, passing away peacefully at home, Bruce rarely leaving Dave’s side in the last 72 hours Dave was with us.

Tuesday 13th May, 2025

North Hall

Pinegrove Memorial Park

Kington Street, Minchinbury NSW 2770

11am (11.30am funeral ceremony commences) – 12.30pm
I will provide a link for the webcast of the funeral service


To farewell the most beautiful man I've ever known, please join us for a drink and bite to eat at The Glasshouse, drinks and food are covered.

Wake & Celebration of David’s life:

The Glasshouse, Toongabbie RSL

108 Best Rd, Seven Hills NSW 2148

Tuesday 13th May 12.30pm


Flowers:

Dave had run his own landscape gardening business successfully for a dozen years, bringing colour to the world. If anyone would like to send flowers please send them to the Pinegrove Memorial Park, my only request being “can those flowers be bright to celebrate Dave’s life”.

Any flowers sent that aren’t included in the cremation, will be delivered to the nursing home Dave’s mum now lives in, in Sydney. Dave wasn’t well enough to be able to fly up to Sydney, and his mum wasn’t capable of coming down to Melbourne, it’s fucking horrible that he didn’t get to say goodbye to his very lovely mum. Hopefully the flowers bring some colour to the world of Lena and the other residents of the nursing home.


Donations to charity:

We spent a lot of time at Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre where Dave received chemo, radio and immuno therapies. This is an amazing place.

It would be gratefully appreciated if you could RSVP, so the events aren’t under-catered.
Huge thanks,
Stephen

 
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