Betts Funeral Services Ltd
Betts Funeral Services
Individual care and atttention are the aspects of service that has helped Betts Funeral Services achieve a distinguished level of professionalism. The philosophy is to treat every family with dignity, empathy and sensitivity.
Betts Funeral Services, situated in Timaru, New Zealand is positioned midway down the South Island and this central location gives Betts a geographical advantage for families requiring assistance in all aspects of funeral service in the South Island.
Timaru being the nearest main centre to world renown Mt Cook National Park is within a short driving distance to other cities including Dunedin and Christchurch.
We offer a broad spectrum of services to assist in the planning and direction of your specific funeral needs. Our caring, professional staff is ready to assist you in searching out alternatives that will make the funeral you are planning unique and fitting.
Funeral arrangements are carried out in a calm, non-pressured atmosphere. The expert care that is provided will be in keeping with the family traditions you share.
The team at Betts headed by Dick Ireton (a Rotarian) and his wife Annette (Life Member and NZ Councillor for Plunket), recognize the importance of choice and personalization that are necessary to make any service meaningful, and your involvement in the funeral planning is essential in order that the ceremony is a representation of the person concerned.
Betts Funeral Services serve more families in South Canterbury annually that any other funeral firm, making it the largest of its kind in the Aoraki district.
Planning
Whether planning a funeral for yourself or a loved one, one of the most fundamental decisions you will make is choosing burial or cremation.
Our goal is to give you a practical framework to help guide you through this important decision and share some insight on the funeral planning process as required - both in your time of need snd pre-need.
However if you require assistance in any aspect of bereavement, fron the smallest detail through to international repatriation, Betts Funeral Services have the experience and empathy to help you in your time of need.
Chapel
Betts provide a modern comfortable air conditioned chapel with a seating maximum of 210. The chapel is fitted with latest technology sound, CD recording facilities and high quality digital projector.
Reception Lounge
A spacious reception lounge is available for post-funeral refreshments. You can relax in peaceful, comfortable surroundings with your family and friends and enjoy fine finger food serviced whether in the warm lounge or the private outdoor area.
Mortuary
A new mortuary has recently been completed at Betts and has been designed specifically for the hygenic preparation and embalming process of the deceased. Equipped with air-conditioning and extractor systems, this totally stainless steel lined mortuary is of 'world class' and has been built with hygiene as the number one priority.
Funeral Celebrant
For families who choose to have a secular funeral, and have no church affiliation, Betts have a qualified Funeral Celebrant to take a meaningful and personal service.
| Chapel: |
Yes |
| Capacity: |
215 |
| Catering: |
Yes |
| Women funeral directors: |
No |
| Qualified funeral directors: |
Yes |
| Counselling Referral service: |
Yes |