Waikato Cremations | Cremation Services, Simplified

Welcome to Waikato Cremations

At Waikato Cremations, we understand the importance of simplicity and affordability during this time. Our ‘cremation only’ service is designed for those who are mindful of their budget but still wish for a respectful and dignified process. We handle the essentials to ensure a smooth and gentle transition.

Easy Online Arrangements

You can arrange and pay for our services conveniently online. Just fill out the form below, and you’ll be directed to our secure payment platform. After that, we’ll reach out to make the necessary arrangements for transferring your loved one into our care.

Please note that we specialise in ‘Direct Cremations’ and do not provide traditional funeral services, embalming, or viewings.

What’s Included in Our Direct Cremation Service

Choosing a direct cremation can be a cost-effective way to honour your loved one without a formal ceremony. Our service includes:

Transportation from the place of death within 30-kilometres of Waikato Hospital between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Sunday.
A simple cremation casket.
Cremation scheduled Monday to Friday at a time arranged with the crematorium.
Completion of all necessary medical paperwork and death registration with Births, Deaths, and Marriages, including one original death certificate.
Return of ashes in a basic urn provided by the crematorium. You may collect the ashes from our facility, or we can arrange delivery to you.

Cost: From $2,450.00*

*Additional fees may apply in certain situations:

Transportation beyond the 30-kilometre radius or outside of regular hours.
If a larger casket is needed, we will discuss any extra charges with you.
Additional charges may apply for a medical professional to attend the deceased at a private residence or rest home.

For an extra fee, we can also assist with:

Placing a death notice in the newspaper.
Arranging for the interment or scattering of ashes.
Providing a selection of different urns.

Arrange Services Online

To start, simply fill out the form below and make your payment online. We’ll then contact you to complete the necessary arrangements and provide support every step of the way.

Waikato Cremation Form - Updated

Your Details

First Name

Last Name

Email

Phone

Has the death occurred?

Yes

No

If the death has not yet occurred, please submit the application form below, and then do not proceed with payment. When the death does occur, please reach out to one of our staff by calling 0800 273 688 at which point we will arrange the transportation and settlement of the account with you.

Information of the Deceased

First Name

Middle Name

Last Name

Gender

Male

Female

Other

Other:

Date of Death

Place of Death

Date of Birth

Place of Birth

If place of birth is not New Zealand, how long lived in New Zealand?

Address

Usual Occupation

Ethnic Group

Children's Details

Child/children’s current ages (if deceased, please put age at death and “D” next to age)

Parent's Details

Mother's First Name

Mother's Last Name

Mother's Maiden Name

Father's First Name

Father's Last Name

Spouse's Details

First Name

Last Name

Maiden Name

Date of Birth

Marriage Date

Marriage Place

Previous Spouse Details

Spouse #1

First Name

Last Name

Maiden Name

Date of Birth

Marriage Date

Marriage Place

Spouse #2

First Name

Last Name

Maiden Name

Date of Birth

Marriage Date

Marriage Place

Additional Previous Spouses

Add Spouses Full Name/Maiden Name/DOB/Marriage Date/Marriage Place

Executor/Next of Kin Details

First Name

Last Name

Address

Email

Phone

Relation

Who should the account be addressed to?

Privacy Terms

I have read and agree to the Privacy Terms

Authority Form

I have read and agree to the Funeral Authority form

After you have submitted your application, you will be redirected to Stripe to complete your payment via Credit or Debit card.

Alternatively, you can make a deposit into our bank account via internet banking. Please use surname as a reference.

Waikato Cremations
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