Cullen Funerals

06/06/2026

After Death Care: What to Do Before the Funeral Director Arrives by Allison Mauzy | https://www.cullenfunerals.com.au/blog/after-death-care-what-to-do-at-home Most families don't know what to do in the hours after someone dies at home. Allison shares 10 simple, practical steps to help care for your loved one before the funeral director arrives.

A funeral director shares simple, practical steps families can take to care for a loved one's body at home before the funeral director arrives.

30/05/2026

Why I Became a Death Doula by Allison Mauzy - Allison didn't choose this work because of death. She chose it because of people. A personal story about grief, presence, and what it really means to show up.

Allison Mauzy shares why she became a death doula, from childhood wonder to personal loss and the quiet calling that shaped her funeral work.

23/05/2026

What Happens When a Funeral Director Picks Up a Body by Allison Mauzy | https://www.cullenfunerals.com.au/blog/what-happens-when-funeral-director-picks-up-a-body Most families never see what happens after the funeral director leaves. Allison Mauzy walks through the real process in plain language, from the paperwork and transfer through to how your loved one is cared for at the funeral home.

Wondering what happens after a funeral director collects your loved one? Here's an honest, plain-language look at the process in Queensland.

16/05/2026

What To Do When Someone Dies at Home in Queensland by Allison Mauzy | https://www.cullenfunerals.com.au/blog/what-to-do-when-someone-dies-at-home-queensland Most families aren't sure what to do in the hours after someone dies at home. Allison Mauzy walks through the practical steps, clearly and without the overwhelm.

Not sure what to do when someone dies at home in Queensland? This guide covers every step clearly, from contacting a doctor to working with a funeral director.

10/05/2026

Mother’s Day and Grief: The Love We Carry, The Loss We Fear - Allison Mauzy

Mother’s Day can stir grief in all its forms. Allison shares honest thoughts on loss, anticipatory grief, and the love we carry after someone is gone.

02/05/2026

What Happens If Someone Dies Outside the Home? – When someone dies unexpectedly outside the home, it can leave the people nearby feeling shocked and unsure what to do. Here's what actually happens in Queensland, and what families can expect.

When death happens unexpectedly in a public place or at work, it can be frightening and confusing. Here's what to expect in Queensland.

30/04/2026

If you could change one thing about a funeral you’ve attended, what would it be?

Maybe the music wasn’t quite right. Maybe it felt rushed. Maybe it didn’t really feel like them at all.

There’s no wrong answer here. We just think these conversations are worth having.

Drop your thoughts in the comments below.

29/04/2026

Most people don’t know what actually happens when they call a funeral home.

Here’s what day one looks like for us.

We start by listening. Finding out what’s happened, where your loved one is, and what your family needs.
Then we transfer your loved one into our care, with the same dignity and respect whether it’s 2pm or 2am.

We begin the paperwork: death certificates, permits, notifying the authorities if needed. And we walk you through what comes next, at your pace.

Day one is about one thing: making sure your loved one is cared for and your family has one less thing to carry.

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