Burial Services
How we arrange burials
When you arrange a funeral that involves a burial, the “ownership” of the plot, known as a Grant of Right of Burial, remains in place for 25 years. After this time the owner loses the right to make changes to the grave or headstone, either by way of adding inscriptions or placing another person in that grave. However, after paying the relevant fee, that Grant of Right of Burial can be purchased for a further 25 years and the tenure begins again.
In Western Australia, the cemeteries are controlled by one of two authorities. Shire-owned cemeteries are controlled by the local council. They have their own fee structure and rules regarding burials on their sites. The four main metropolitan cemeteries, however, are controlled by the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board (MCB). These cemeteries (Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park, Karrakatta Cemetery, Fremantle Cemetery and Rockingham Regional Memorial Park) have fixed fees attached, and slightly different rules governing them.
When you work with an experienced funeral home like Hetherington Funerals, your appointed director will be aware of the requirements and paperwork required and will guide you through this part of the process. So, we can help you avoid any feelings of overwhelm you may be experiencing.
Our Complementary Services
Naturally, there are many other aspects that need to be considered when organising to farewell your loved one. At Hetherington Funerals, we can assist you with funeral plan management, involving the following complementary services according to your wishes:
Looking for a supportive funeral home?
Our funeral directors are dedicated to offering affordable funeral services and the best funeral plans to relieve some of the stress involved in difficult times. If you require any further information on burial services, don’t hesitate to get in contact with us at (08) 9459 2846 or leave us a message online. We’re available to support you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.