Auckland Funeral Home

Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors

Professional funeral services in Manukau, Auckland

Contact Information

Manukau, Auckland

Our Services

Traditional Funerals

Complete funeral arrangements including viewing, ceremony, and burial or cremation services.

Cremation Services

Professional cremation arrangements with various memorial and scattering options available.

Memorial Services

Celebration of life ceremonies and memorial gatherings to honor your loved one's memory.

Pre-Planning

Plan ahead and ensure your wishes are known with our pre-planning funeral services.

Family Support

Compassionate guidance and support for families during their time of need.

Venue Arrangements

Assistance with venue selection and coordination for funeral and memorial services.

About Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors

Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors is a trusted funeral home serving Manukau and the surrounding Auckland region. They provide compassionate, professional funeral services to help families honor their loved ones with dignity and respect. Their experienced team is available 24/7 to assist you during this difficult time.

Our Commitment

  • • Professional and compassionate care
  • • 24/7 availability for families
  • • Personalized service options
  • • Transparent pricing

Service Areas

  • • Manukau
  • • Auckland region
  • • Surrounding communities
  • • Nationwide arrangements

Need Immediate Assistance?

The compassionate team at Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors is here to help you through this difficult time. Contact them 24/7 for immediate assistance.

Location

18 Norman Spencer Drive, Manukau City Centre, Auckland 2104, New Zealand

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Typical Auckland costs

Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors does not publish prices on their website. The figures below are the typical range for the Auckland area, not a quote from this provider. Always ask for a written itemised quote.

Regional range

Basic cremation (with short service)

NZ$4,500–7,500 Source: Consumer NZ — Funerals ↗

Traditional funeral with burial

NZ$10,000–18,000 Source: Consumer NZ — Funerals ↗

Burial plot only

NZ$4,000–12,000 Source: Consumer NZ — Funerals ↗
Not a quote. These are regional benchmarks from Consumer NZ and Citizens Advice — useful for comparison, but every funeral is bespoke. Get a written itemised quote before signing anything.

Eligible families may receive a Work and Income funeral grant of up to NZ$2,560 toward these costs.

Pre-payment & pre-planning

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The prepayment model offered by Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors is not yet verified on our directory. Most NZ funeral directors offer one or more of three models — director-contract, trust-pool (FDANZ Funeral Trust or Public Trust), or referral to funeral insurance.

Contact the funeral home directly to confirm what they offer, who holds the funds, and how the NZ$10,000 Residential Care Subsidy exemption applies to their scheme.

Recent reviews

4.9 / 5
42 Google reviews
Chris Auvaa
★★★★★
9 months ago

Vanessa and Alyssa from ESE Tatupu funeral made our baby’s burial so beautiful ❤️❤️ my wife and I can’t thank you all enough for your compassion and kindness. Our first seed is laid to rest peacefully at Manukau Memorial ❤️ We love the grave marker and personal message even though we only ask for our message the day before they made it happen without a fuss. Thank you also for the lovely umbrellas when it start to raining and holding it for my wife. Thank you also Alyssa for taking some photo of us. That really made it special for my wife and I Chris and Paris Auva’a

Rhonda Renata
★★★★★
5 months ago

Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors 18 Norman Spencer Drive Manukau City New Zealand. We had to fly from Perth to Auckland the day after receiving the news of my sons passing. Ese was recommended to us and we have no regrets. Ese and his family are the most sympathetic and compassionate people in helping people deal with grief. They respect life as much as death, therefore you get nurtured guidance through the process which we have never experienced before using other Directors. Our son had a service to remember with Ese’s suggestions and on behalf of myself and family, thank the Tatupu’s family so very much for looking after us. Blessings for the future from the Renata family Perth WA

Fletch
★★★★★
a year ago

Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors. Where can we begin with this review. It isn't easy losing a loved one. For our family, this was the first loss very close to home where we were required to make arrangements quickly for our husband/father, Leslie Michael Ross 🕊 With one phone call made to Serena from Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors, we were informed on what steps to take and the ball was rolling. Serena walked us through every step with patience and care during this difficult time, and for this, we will forever be grateful 🙏 The care taken of our loved one was the best, and our wider family feedback was all positive, including many praise for the YouTube live stream, which bought comfort to those abroad who were not able to attend in person 🙌 Again, we thank you, Serena and the team at Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors, God bless!

Olive Savaiinaea
★★★★★
8 months ago

From day one of losing our Pā, Ese Tatupu and team were there guiding us along this new experience of dealing with funeral directors. Ese and Vanessa were our key contact people. Ese responded immediately on day one and gave advice on key next steps which alleviated a lot of questions & unexpected stress after receiving the shocking news. Throughout the last 2 weeks of going through Pā's funeral matters, Ese and team have been nothing but AMAZING. Ese has been so professional but yet so approachable, caring, supportive, patient and relatable for our family. Ese took great care of our Pā and our family throughout the whole journey. Reassuring us every step of the way, supporting with verification document requests, providing last minute livestream request, great communication, working with our family to ensure a smooth process right til the final day of laying our Pā to rest. Our family are so grateful for your patience, guidance and support throughout Pā's last days. May your team continue to be blessed. You guys have no idea how much stress is taken off grieving families when they are going through this particular season, and we will always be thankful for our experience. Kind regards, Ma'ilata family

Ermreck Brown
★★★★★
8 months ago

Would like to give a big thank you to Ese and team for looking after our mum. She was treated like a Queen by Ese and his team. From day 1 to the burial day, everything was smooth and ran professionally. It took a lot of stress off us as it was our first time going through this. Thank you for your professionalism Ese and giving our mother a beautiful send off.

Reviews sourced from Google. Updated periodically.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors.

Where is Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors located?
Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors is based in Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand. Funeral services are typically offered to families across the Auckland region. Contact Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors directly for specific service-area coverage.
What services does Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors offer?
Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors offers traditional funeral services, cremation, and memorial services. Most New Zealand funeral homes also assist with pre-paid funeral plans, casket selection, celebrant referrals, and after-care support. Contact Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors directly to confirm the full range of services available for your family's needs.
How do I contact Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors?
You can reach Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors directly — phone is the fastest way to reach a funeral home outside normal business hours. Funeral homes in New Zealand are typically available 24/7 for urgent at-need calls. For pre-planning or general enquiries, normal business hours apply.
How much does a funeral cost with Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors?
Funeral costs in New Zealand vary widely depending on the type of service (traditional, cremation only, direct cremation), casket choice, venue, and ancillary costs (flowers, catering, celebrant, death notices). A typical cremation in Auckland ranges from approximately NZ$3,500 (direct cremation) to NZ$10,000+ (full traditional service). Contact Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors directly for a written quote — they're the most accurate source for current pricing.
Does Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors offer pre-paid funeral plans?
Many New Zealand funeral homes offer pre-paid funeral plans, which let you fix today's prices and ease the financial burden on your family. Funds are typically held by an independent funeral trust regulated under New Zealand law. Contact Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors to confirm whether they offer pre-paid plans and to request a copy of their plan terms.
Can I claim the WINZ funeral grant when using Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors?
New Zealand's Funeral Grant from MSD/WINZ can contribute up to approximately NZ$2,559 (current cap; see msd.govt.nz for the latest figure) towards funeral costs for eligible families. Ese Tatupu Funeral Directors is a licensed funeral home and should be able to provide the invoices and documentation needed for a Funeral Grant application. Eligibility depends on the deceased's circumstances, not the funeral home chosen.