Wellington Funeral Home

Wairarapa Funeral Services

Professional funeral services in Masterton, Wellington

Contact Information

Masterton, Wellington

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 Wairarapa Funeral Services

Wairarapa Funeral Services is a trusted funeral home serving Masterton and the surrounding Wellington 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

  • • Masterton
  • • Wellington region
  • • Surrounding communities
  • • Nationwide arrangements

Need Immediate Assistance?

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

Location

35/37 Lincoln Road, Masterton 5810, New Zealand

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Typical Wellington costs

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

Regional range

Basic cremation (with short service)

NZ$4,000–6,500 Source: Consumer NZ — Funerals ↗

Traditional funeral with burial

NZ$9,000–16,000 Source: Consumer NZ — Funerals ↗

Burial plot only

NZ$3,000–8,000 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)

Wairarapa Funeral Services 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

5.0 / 5
70 Google reviews
Sally Hunter
★★★★★
8 months ago

Rob and his team were fantastic. A group of professional, compassionate people who truely care. They accommodated our wishes and made the decision making process non-stressful. We were able to send our Mum off just the way she would have liked it.

Steve Holloway
★★★★★
3 months ago

To Robert Milne and staff, Just a quick Thank you for yesterday for the funeral for my dad Fred Holloway. My wife and family said that was the best and easiest goodbye they have ever been to in the past or imagined. You made extremely easy and not a sad occasion at all. Again Thankyou Steve Holloway

Tricia Lafferty
★★★★★
6 months ago

On behalf of the Lafferty family I want to thank Robert , Tracy and Trixie for their professionalism , kindness , compassion and guidance after our unexpected loss . Immediately after a shock such as this you have brain fog and have to make major decisions while dealing with grief . A steady caring hand is essential to ensure your loved one has the celebration they deserve. Those first days are a burr but what I remember is that steady hand and feeling safe and cared for . Could not recommend them enough .

Christine Lister
★★★★★
8 months ago

Thanks for making the process of dealing with George’s passing stress free. Thanks also for being respectful and responsive to our needs and requests. We appreciated being able to celebrate dad’s life in a way that was authentic for us. We highly recommend Wairarapa Funeral Services.

Jane Russell
★★★★★
4 months ago

With much gratitude and heartfelt thanks to Traysea. Your kindness, compassion, and genuine consideration for others are truly appreciated and will always be remembered.

Reviews sourced from Google. Updated periodically.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about Wairarapa Funeral Services.

Where is Wairarapa Funeral Services located?
Wairarapa Funeral Services is based in Masterton, Wellington, New Zealand. Funeral services are typically offered to families across the Wellington region. Contact Wairarapa Funeral Services directly for specific service-area coverage.
What services does Wairarapa Funeral Services offer?
Wairarapa Funeral Services 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 Wairarapa Funeral Services directly to confirm the full range of services available for your family's needs.
How do I contact Wairarapa Funeral Services?
You can reach Wairarapa Funeral Services 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 Wairarapa Funeral Services?
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 Wellington ranges from approximately NZ$3,500 (direct cremation) to NZ$10,000+ (full traditional service). Contact Wairarapa Funeral Services directly for a written quote — they're the most accurate source for current pricing.
Does Wairarapa Funeral Services 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 Wairarapa Funeral Services 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 Wairarapa Funeral Services?
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. Wairarapa Funeral Services 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.