Auckland Funeral Home

Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays)

Professional funeral services in Browns Bay, Auckland

Contact Information

Browns Bay, 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 Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays)

Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) is a trusted funeral home serving Browns Bay 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

  • • Browns Bay
  • • Auckland region
  • • Surrounding communities
  • • Nationwide arrangements

Need Immediate Assistance?

The compassionate team at Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) is here to help you through this difficult time. Contact them 24/7 for immediate assistance.

Location

8 Glen Road, Browns Bay, Auckland 0630, New Zealand

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Typical Auckland costs

Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) 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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Trust-pool (funds grow with interest; services not price-locked)

The Funeral Trust (FDANZ)

Forrest routes prepayment through The Funeral Trust (FDANZ) — a trust-pool model. Funds grow with interest; funeral cost when needed is paid from the pool. Estimates are not price-locked.

Source: FDANZ — Prepay towards your funeral ↗ Confirm current terms with the funeral home before committing.

Recent reviews

4.7 / 5
11 Google reviews
Yvonne
★★★★★
8 months ago

A heartfelt thank you to Craig and his team at Forrest Funerals for providing such a compassionate and respectful service from start to finish. Craig was incredibly patient, taking the time to explain every detail clearly, and was always responsive to emails and phone calls – even outside of office hours. Their support made a very difficult time so much easier to navigate

Julie Ferguson
★★★★★
2 years ago

When we were recently faced with the need for funeral services, we wanted to engage a local business, so we chose Forrest. Samuel was immediately available even though it was after business hours, and he was so very kind, yet professional and efficient. His guidance was invaluable, he listened, and waited patiently whilst we made the necessary decisions, all the while working hard in the background to get everything organised. We were able to ring at any time we needed to. Samuel brought everything together for us beautifully, and discreetly helped us to deliver a special ceremony for our loved one. Thank you to Sam, and the team at Forrest.

agentjdrawing
★★★★★
2 years ago

3 years ago we used Forrest's for my mothers funeral. The pros: nice herse, good price, respectful and caring. The Cons: The Catholic Korean priest selected by Forrest's that came to Schnapper Rock was hard to understand and we paid $2K for his services. The Elderly funeral director from Forrest's was disorganised at the start, The music was too quiet, our positions around the coffin to carry it were confusing for him. I felt very rushed. One of the elected songs was missed completely. Very disappointing.

John Jennings
★★★★★
2 years ago

Unfortunately we have had cause to utilise Forrest Funeral Services three times in the past four years, but therein lies the testament to the professional and caring service they have provided on each occasion. Have guided us through the process in a sympathetic fashion each time and have literally and figuratively gone the extra mile for us. No hesitation in recommending them.

Linda Sew Hoy
★★★★★
3 years ago

Browns Bay Forrest Funerals were totally professional and empathetic when they helped my family prepare for and deliver my mothers funeral. They went out of their way to create a funeral booklet that we were happy with and on the day the flowers, chapel room and refreshments were all that we could have hoped for. A special heartfelt thank you to our wonderful funeral director Matt.

Reviews sourced from Google. Updated periodically.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays).

Where is Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) located?
Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) is based in Browns Bay, Auckland, New Zealand. Funeral services are typically offered to families across the Auckland region. Contact Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) directly for specific service-area coverage.
What services does Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) offer?
Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) 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 Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) directly to confirm the full range of services available for your family's needs.
How do I contact Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays)?
You can reach Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) 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 Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays)?
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 Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) directly for a written quote — they're the most accurate source for current pricing.
Does Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) 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 Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) 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 Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays)?
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. Forrest Funeral Services (East Coast Bays) 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.