Bushland Shire Funerals

Bushland Shire Funerals is an independent, family-owned, business, operated by Julie Dominish. Surrounded by bushland we are located in Hornsby Heights on Sydney's Upper North Shore. We work in all areas of Sydney and the Central Coast, with all religions and cultural backgrounds. There are several options for a funeral which are outlined below. We collaborate with you to design a meaningful farewell that aligns with your budget.

Julie is an experienced Funeral Director and Funeral Celebrant.  

She is dedicated to providing an authentic funeral and/or memorial service that honours your loved one whilst understanding that this loss 

is profoundly challenging for you. Our mission is to gently walk alongside you and guide you with transparent decision making for end of life care.  

Julie's calm and kind nature provides you reassurance and comfort. 

When you choose BSF, you will work with the same person from your initial contact to the end. 

Julie will be with you every step of the way.  

We will meet with you at a place that is comfortable for you.

 Julie understands that every person is unique and she strives to provide an authentic funeral or memorial service that reflects your person's life, whilst listening to your needs. 

We also recognize that this is a challenging day for you, and we strive to provide you support and compassion. 

Every person has a life story, allow us to help you share your loved one's story and say your final farewell the way you choose.

1.  Death in a hospital

Although you may feel that you need to choose a Funeral Home quickly, you have time.  It is important to spend the time you need with your loved one before you contact a funeral director. The transfer of your loved one takes place when all hospital paperwork is ready and after you have signed a NSW Health Authority to Transfer form which the funeral director will give you. 

We will notify you when your person has been transferred into our care.

2.  Death in an Aged Care Facility

Usually the staff will call the nominated Funeral Home of your choice and liaise with them to organise the transfer of your loved one. Before this occurs, let the staff know if you would like some more time with your person.  

When the transfer into our care happens, we will notify you.

3.  Death at home

A death at home needs to be verified by a medical professional prior to a Funeral Home taking your person into their care.  

If the death was expected, phone their doctor or palliative care nurse.  

OR

If the death was unexpected, call 000 for an ambulance.  

The police may need to be called - ambulance staff will take care of this. Your person may need to be transferred to the Coroner for an unexpected death. 

If this is required, the police will make these arrangements.  

You will need to contact Bushland Shire Funerals to notify the death, we will liaise with the Coroner to arrange transfer of your person into our care when the time comes and we will notify you when this has occurred.

Home Vigils

Our experience with Samoan and Tibetan communities has allowed us to understand and respect cultural traditions which are deeply significant to these communities as they honour the deceased. Bushland Shire Funerals works with your community to deliver culturally sensitive funerals.

Dependant upon the end of life service that fits for your person, there are many different venues and locations you are able to choose from. 

Please refer to 'Venues' for further information.