Burke and Douglas Funerals

Burke and Douglas Funerals Personalising your loved one's farewell by arranging the funeral, explaining all options available and supporting you at this sensitive time.

Burke and Douglas Funerals is part of a network of funeral homes, cremation facilities and cemeteries owned by Propel Funeral Partners, which extends to all states of Australia, the Australian Capital Territory and New Zealand. Listed on the Australian Securities Exchange, Propel Funeral Partners is one of the largest providers of funeral and related services in Australia and New Zealand. Burke an

d Douglas Funerals began operating in 2019 when Tamworth’s two oldest Funeral Homes merged together to create one large firm to care for our community. The business is now managed and run by Paul Brooks. We still boast the most caring, understanding and sympathetic staff who will carry out the wishes of our clients to the best of their ability. We are aware that we only get one chance to carry out the wishes of each client and with this in mind we attend to every arrangement and funeral in detail. We treat all our deceased with the utmost dignity and privacy, as though they were family. Burke and Douglas Funerals is a member of the Australian Funeral Directors Association, an association which has represented professional funeral directors throughout Australia since 1935. The Australian Funeral Directors Association requires its members to abide by a code of ethics, designed to ensure quality premises, facilities and professional staff, thus ensuring the public a high standard of service. Our mortuary care is of the highest standard. We are completely open to all our customers, guiding them through the arranging process and informing them of costs and options involved. So continue with us and let us carry out yours and your loved ones wishes. Our phone will be answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Nola Mary Hunt.- Please note that this service will not be livestreame...
08/09/2026

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Nola Mary Hunt.
- Please note that this service will not be livestreamed

07/09/2026
Some lights don’t go out. They simply change where they shine.Even in the quietest moments of grief, there’s a presence ...
04/09/2026

Some lights don’t go out. They simply change where they shine.

Even in the quietest moments of grief, there’s a presence that lingers. A warmth. A glow. A reminder that love doesn’t vanish—it evolves. At Burke & Douglas, we believe every life has a light all its own. Our role is to honour that light with grace, dignity, and a deep respect for the journey it leaves behind.

Because some spirits are simply radiant.

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Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Kevin Patrick Shanahan "Pat".- Please note that this service will not ...
03/09/2026

Please find the funeral arrangements for the late Kevin Patrick Shanahan "Pat".
- Please note that this service will not be livestreamed

Please find the Facebook Death Notice for the late Pamela Elizabeth Drain "Pam".
03/09/2026

Please find the Facebook Death Notice for the late Pamela Elizabeth Drain "Pam".

In the quiet of the bush, you learn the value of standing steady.Out here, life moves at its own pace. Strength is not l...
02/09/2026

In the quiet of the bush, you learn the value of standing steady.

Out here, life moves at its own pace. Strength is not loud. It is patient. Grounded. Certain of where it belongs. And when the time comes to pause and reflect, the land itself seems to hold that moment with you.

At Burke and Douglas, we understand that same quiet strength. Farewell is not about grandeur. It is about honour. It is about standing gently beside families, offering steady guidance when the road feels uncertain.

Our heart is in the country. In its people. In the stories carried across generations. And in the promise that no one walks this path alone. 🤍

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A life well lived leaves its warmth behind.Not only in grand achievements or public moments, but in the quiet comforts o...
02/09/2026

A life well lived leaves its warmth behind.

Not only in grand achievements or public moments, but in the quiet comforts of home. In the steady rhythm of hands at work. In the care woven into everyday routines. These are the threads that hold a family together long after words have faded.

When someone dear to you is gone, it is often these small, tender memories that speak the loudest. The gentle habits. The calm presence. The love stitched into ordinary days.

At Burke and Douglas Funerals, we believe every remarkable journey deserves to be honoured with dignity and grace. We are here to help you gather those memories, hold them close, and celebrate a life whose warmth will never truly leave. 🤍

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Time has a way of reminding us what truly matters.A life is not measured by the ticking of the clock, but by the moments...
31/08/2026

Time has a way of reminding us what truly matters.

A life is not measured by the ticking of the clock, but by the moments that fill it. The quiet conversations. The shared laughter. The steady presence of someone who made the ordinary feel extraordinary.

When someone we love is no longer by our side, the hours can feel different. Slower. Heavier. And yet, within those moments lives a lifetime of memories that continue to shape us.

At Burke and Douglas Funerals, we believe every life deserves to be honoured with dignity and care. We walk beside families, helping you create a farewell that reflects the depth of love, character and legacy left behind.

Because while time moves forward, the imprint of a beautiful life remains. 🤍

A little preparation today can spare a great deal of heartache tomorrow.Life has a way of moving quickly. One moment you...
30/08/2026

A little preparation today can spare a great deal of heartache tomorrow.

Life has a way of moving quickly. One moment you are gathered around the table sharing stories, and the next you are wishing for just a little more time. While we cannot control every chapter, we can gently shape how the final one is written.

Pre-planning a funeral is not about dwelling on the end. It is about offering your family clarity, guidance and calm when they will need it most. It is a quiet, thoughtful act of love. One that says, “I have taken care of this, so you can take care of each other.”

At Burke & Douglas Funerals, we are here to walk beside you with warmth and understanding, helping you make decisions that reflect your values and your wishes.

Peace of mind is a powerful gift. 🤍

📞 Speak with our caring team about funeral pre-planning today.

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45 Gunnedah Road
Tamworth, NSW
2340

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+61267653999

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