03 455 2128

 Trusted for Generations

We listen to the wants and needs of the families so that we can tailor the farewell accordingly.


Understanding what is wanted then allows us to identify the level of care needed for the deceased. This may be simply washing and dressing or treatment to allow for family and friends to gather.    


There are many options for care and many options for funerals.  from a  simple farewell,  an intimate gathering of the family or a full  public funeral.



What people are saying about our services

Gillions took all the stress and difficulties associated with losing a loved one away.  

Right from when my mother died, they took over the arrangements so I could start the grieving process. 

 Every aspect of the funeral service they provided was above and beyond excellent.  Nothing was a problem and Lee went that extra mile.

The funeral itself was lovely, just what my mother would have wanted.

We had the gathering after the funeral at Gillions and it was just right.  Everyone was made to feel welcome and cared for.  The food and drink were plentiful and delicious.

I can highly recommend Gillions.  Thank you for making a difficult time into a celebration of my mother's 94 years of life.

Feedback July 2023

We felt well cared for.  Paolo listened to us and ensured our wishes were met.  He did an amazing job with the preparation of Mum and we all thought she looked beautiful, peaceful and natural.  Our sincere thanks to Paolo, his professionalism was outstanding

Feedback June 2023

I have used Gillions Funeral Services over many years.  From the initial phone call, until the parting at the cemetery, the staff are always available to talk to and make any adjustments requested.

Feedback  July 2023

Gillions have been warm, friendly, informative and very caring.  They made it a very special time

Feedback July 2023

A brilliant team of people, who go beyond their role to make you at ease and fulfil wishes.


Feedback June 2023

Gillions have been there for my family for generations.  As usual, they performed their role in a compassionate and totally professional manner.

Feedback June 2023

We would recommend Gillions to take care of your loved one in their final journey.  


Excellent Service

Feedback  June 2023

Gillions were marvellous.  Excellent service and very caring people

Feedback June 2023

The staff at Gillions were so 

helpful and caring.  They made this sad occasion much easier to bear

Feedback April 2023

We are really happy that we went to Gillions. 


We felt well taken care of and felt that Gillions understood the type of service we were trying to create and honour our beloved father.



Feedback April 2023

I have used Gillions for over 20 years for many funerals of loved ones.  Over the years, the level of compassionate care has remained constant.


The funeral director becomes part of our lives for some days as we plan and move through what are often and sometimes traumatic. circumstances. 


I am deeply grateful for all they do for us.

Feedback March 2023

Beautiful service organised by real people with  heart.

Feedback February 2023


 “Excellent service and considerate at all times during a stressful time for our whānau. We’d recommend Gillions Funeral Services for anyone who wants a variety of choices to farewell their loved ones.”


10/7/22 

Feedback July 2022

We found the staff at Gillions patient, informative, warm and understanding.


There were no costs we didn't know about, so no nasty surprises. 


They always kept the family informed

Feedback February 2023

"Kia ora! This is a belated THANK YOU for your live streaming service. This enabled me to "attend" the funeral of my sister, even though I was in Scotland. I was very impressed by the quality of the filming and editing. I had imagined one fixed camera, but no - there were different angles, with natural changes of view. I especially appreciated the lobby view ahead of the service; seeing everyone arrive and greet each other was very moving. 

Thank you once again for providing this wonderful link to my family at a sad and difficult time. "



"Prompt service, very polite, kind & reassuring. We couldn’t have had a more suitable person to help than Paolo. Thank you”



Thank you to Gillions for the amazing care given to us, as a huge whānau, and looking after our wants and needs for bringing our boy home.

Feedback March 2023



“We couldn’t have asked for anything better. Thank you very much for your help and support during this difficult time”.  





 

“Gillions have been wonderful to deal with. Very professional and forthcoming. Made sure all our needs are met and were happy to let us arrange and provide our own input (own casket, decorations etc.)”. 

Gillions - a family & local business caring with pride & dignity for family.


Our funeral director was so supportive and professional in every way. Considering all arrangements & documents were processed without visiting Gillions  the support was superb and deserves a compliment. 


The upfront costs were exactly as advertised.    

in our time of great sadness, the team at Gillions were respectful, generous of heart and exceptional in their work with our loved one.  It made the experiencing much less daunting and stressful.

Feedback March 2023



"A very ready acceptance by Gillions staff that a small no-fuss funeral was what was required, there was no pressure for more expensive alternatives"



"Everything was done professionally with care. Lots of flexibility to allow us to do what we wanted and no pressure to conform to a process"



"I appreciate the service carried out on my brothers behalf which unfortunately unable to attend due to border restrictions. It was handled by yourselves with dignity and respect with a bit of humour thrown in which I know he would have wished"

I’d like to thank you and congratulate you very much, as well as the Celebrant for the quality of the service provided yesterday. Everything was so well organized and done.


The streaming was of an astonishing quality and I keep receiving thanks for many people who have attended it remotely


 


 “ Very family oriented funeral business”


8/7/22

From making us a cup of tea when we arrived to view our loved one, talking through the process with us and answering all our questions, to the highly skilled presentation of his body, which looked so lovely.  


Felt like we were the only customers they had, we were not rushed, they did everything we asked for, and they genuinely had time for us.


Have experienced a couple of other funeral homes, this is by far the nicest.


I also was particularly impressed with Lee, who obviously is passionate about her work, which she carries out with great care and love.


Could not have asked for a better preparation for our loved one.

Gillions was perfect for us.


My partner passed away during level 3 lockdown so we had a memorial 3 months later.


I am so grateful for the support that the staff at Gillions provided me. I became increasingly anxious and felt pressured by the thought of the memorial coming up. Elizabeth and staff were so supportive and reassuring  and I was able to hand everything over to them.  I felt very supported.


From the very first time I rang the and talked to Chester I felt warmth and support. I felt listened to and respected.


I loved the homely heart centred venue. It was so inviting and cosy and knew that it would be perfect for my partner and our family and friends. Many of our friends were warmly welcomed to contribute food, books, stories and music. There were no barriers to making our celebration our own. Only warmth and support. It was all 'yes'.


Thank you Elizabeth and Chester and all the staff at Gillions. Thank you for a enabling such a beautiful  celebration of our loved one.

I would give more stars if that were possible. All 10 of my siblings were more than pleased with the way Gillions treated family, the way the service was conducted and the way the families wishes were delivered. 


I personally would highly recommend Lee Buckingham for her understanding, compassion and patience in dealing with such a large family. 


We were also all very impressed with the quality of the preparation of our Mother for viewing that was carried out. Excellent.



"Your stunning level of compassion, faultless organisation and unfailing service ethic is remarkable.  


We could not have been in better hands at such a traumatic time.  We felt as if they were an extension of our family"

"Thank you so much for the amazing service you offered when my mother passed away recently. 


Your team was so professional and respectful right from the first moment.  


I will highly recommend your business to anyone I know need a funeral firector.  Again you made a difficult time so easy."

"You were totally amazing, yes it's your job iknow, but you went over and beyond, you listened to what I wanted and didnt want.  


Your level of compassion blew me away.  


I totally recomment Gillions and pre-planning a funeral is the best gift you can give yourself."

"Without a pre-arranged funeral plan and as my dear husband died so quickly after his cancer diagnosis, it was wonderful to have the reliable and guiding clarity of support from Gillions staff. 


Beyond their gentle professionalism, I found the warmth and genuine care they showed my family at this sad time of the preparation, during and after the funeral service most memorable. Any question we had as a family was answered promptly and supportive other ideas were proposed which we had not considered. 


They covered all aspects of remembrance of my beloved partner Geoff including keepsakes such as finger imprints, live streaming of the funeral service to a high standard , printing of funeral booklets, newspaper announcements and more. 


It is more than just 'a business' to all the staff and I will never forget their humane sincere kindness and continued  willingness to help, including keeping cremated ashes until we select 'just the right' urn/container. I cannot recommend them enough to others and will do so from now on"

“Gillions is the best for service, professionalism, efficiency, advice and their caring nature.”


20/7/22  

 “Outstanding service. Before, during and after tangi.”


2/7/22 

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Working with Gillions makes a potentially challenging time much smoother.  It's like being with family, who are understanding, patient and kind.  Thanks for being so willing to meet needs and accommodate our wishes, while delivering excellent service.

Feedback March 2023

The team at Gillions are the most thoughtful and amazing people, and made dads funeral        so special

October 2023

Creating meaningful funerals


We have been talking with families, clergy and celebrants about ways to create a funeral that brings everybody together to say farewell. The internet is providing a way to include all the family and friends.


We  can work with you to collect content from your family, including photos, video and music.


Details on how to put the material together yourself are on the On-Line content page.


Talk to us and we can explore these new options together. 

It's the little things that make the difference


Our team of trained and qualified funeral directors and embalmers will help you work through this difficult time.

We will look after all the little things so that you don't have to worry.

Call us on 03 455 2128

Qualified staff
Our qualified and registered funeral directors and embalmers will work with you.
Digital Space
We can access multiple platforms and resources to connect digitally and create digital funerals.
Community
We are reaching out to the community for support. Our aftercare center will be there for all the family and friend grieving over their loss.

We've been part of the Dunedin and Otago community for over 60 years.

During this time we have built an understanding of how families and friends can say farewell.


We have rebuilt Gillions from the inside out to provide an environment that meets the needs of our community.

We are proud to be Dunedin owned and operated.

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