Here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
Caring for your loved one with dignity and respect and supporting you in your time of need
Affordable, tailored funerals to suit our diverse community
We have the utmost respect for all cultures, religions and peoples
Local direct cremations at a significantly reduced cost
We’re proud to offer Thames and the greater Coromandel district our local, Direct Cremation services at a reduced cost with Thames Valley Crematory
Pre arrange your funeral
Save your loved ones from the burden of making tough decisions at a difficult time by pre arranging your final farewell
Our Jewellery Policy
We do not cremate jewellery, any jewellery your loved one is wearing during the service is removed prior to cremation and returned to family

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Proudly servicing Thames and the greater Coromandel Peninsula since 1867

Committed to the community longer than any other funeral business in New Zealand

Information Booklet

Online Forms

Death Notices

Pre-plan your funeral

Funerals

Forever Pets Crematorium

Memorials

Grahamstown Flower Merchant

Twentymans Sponsorship

A funeral is a very special day.
It’s a chance to celebrate the importance of a life – to share memories of the good times, the funny moments, and the difference your loved one has made.

We are here to help you honour life, with a memorable and final farewell.

Recent Deaths

Mrs Margaret Jeanette BANE

1954-02-17 – 2026-10-12

BANE, Margaret Jeanette. Peacefully at Tararu Care Home, Thames on Monday 12th October 2026; Aged 72 years. Much loved wife…

Funeral: Sat 24 October 2026 - 11:00am

Venue: The Thames On Kirkwood

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Mr Samuel James HOOPER

1961-01-01 – 2026-10-17

HOOPER, Samuel James (Sam). Unexpectedly on 18 October 2026; aged 65 years. Beloved partner of Margaret. Much loved Dad of…

Funeral: Sat 24 October 2026 - 3:00pm

Venue: The Grahamstown Chapel

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Mrs Rae Marcia THORP

1939-01-07 – 2026-10-20

THORP, Rae Marcia (nee Message). Peacefully, on 20th October 2026, with family at her side; in her 88th year. Dearly…

Funeral: Tue 27 October 2026 - 1:00pm

Venue: St Paul's Anglican Church

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Mrs Jeweline SLY

1950-08-04 – 2026-10-19

SLY, Jeweline. Peacefully, at Thames Hospital on 19th October, 2026; aged 76 years. Beloved wife of the late Warren. Much…

Funeral: Wed 28 October 2026 - 11:00am

Venue: The Grahamstown Chapel

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Mr Joseph Peter JENKIN

1933-12-06 – 2026-10-20

JENKIN, Peter. Sadly passed away (after a brief illness following a fall) on 20th October, 2026; aged 92 years. Loved…

Funeral: Wed 28 October 2026 - 1:00pm

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Mrs Brenda Joan PRINGLE

1930-09-26 – 2026-10-20

PRINGLE, Brenda Joan (nee Hopes). 26/9/1930 - 20/10/2026. Peacefully at Tairua, aged 96 years. Loved wife of Fred (dcd 2012).…

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Our Main Office

Thames

709 Pollen St,
Thames 3500
Open Mon – Fri, 8am – 5pm
Sat – Sun closed, with bookings essential
Ph: 07 868 6003

Our Viewing Rooms

Paeroa

By appointment only
Cnr Arney & Willoughby St,
Paeroa 3600
Ph: 07 862 6889

Whitianga

By appointment only
48 Moewai Park Rd,
Whitianga 3510
Ph: 07 868 6003

Whangamata

By appointment only
303A Port Road,
Whangamata 3620
Ph: 07 865 6884

Here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Affordable, tailored funerals to suit our diverse community

Local direct cremations at a significantly reduced cost

Pre arrange your funeral

Our Jewellery Policy

Here for you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Affordable, tailored funerals to suit our diverse community

Local direct cremations at a significantly reduced cost

Pre arrange your funeral

Proudly servicing Thames and the greater Coromandel Peninsula since 1867

Information Booklet

Online Forms

Death Notices

Pre-plan your funeral

Funerals

Forever Pets Crematorium

Memorials

Grahamstown Flower Merchant

Twentymans Sponsorship

A funeral is a very special day. It’s a chance to celebrate the importance of a life – to share memories of the good times, the funny moments, and the difference your loved one has made.

We are here to help you honour life, with a memorable and final farewell.

Recent Deaths

Mrs Margaret Jeanette BANE

Mr Samuel James HOOPER

Mrs Rae Marcia THORP

Mrs Jeweline SLY

Mr Joseph Peter JENKIN

Mrs Brenda Joan PRINGLE

Our Main Office

Thames

Our Viewing Rooms

Paeroa

Whitianga

Whangamata

A funeral is a very special day.
It’s a chance to celebrate the importance of a life – to share memories of the good times, the funny moments, and the difference your loved one has made.