Funeral Directors You Can Trust

We understand that we can’t possibly take away your pain but we will ease the burden so you can properly grieve and farewell your loved one. Selwyn Allen Funerals provides the highest level of trust, experience and service at a competitive price – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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Geoff Allen

Every Funeral Should Reflect What Made That Person Special

As a husband and father and now Director of Selwyn Allen Funerals, Geoff is acutely aware of the importance of a funeral that properly reflects the person who has passed on. “Every funeral reflects the individual life of the person, their uniqueness and what made them special,” says Geoff. He says no two funerals are ever the same. “What makes a good funeral is when the family leave with a real sense of pride in the service they’ve given their loved one. “That might be through their own words or the words they’ve given the celebrant or the music or photos they’ve provided for the ceremony. “One of the really nice things is when you look around a room and see smiles. All those memories have come flooding back to people. They remember those things that characterise that person, and that’s a really nice moment.”


Adrian Wilson

Adrian began with Selwyn Allen Funerals in 2018. Having worked with his father in the family furniture polishing and restoration business for 27 years, Adrian understands the dynamics and benefits of family-owned and run small businesses. Transitioning seamlessly into Selwyn Allen Funerals, Adrian has cemented his place as a caring, compassionate and committed funeral consultant. Currently also training to become a qualified embalmer, Adrian has a breadth of knowledge and empathy that he brings to every family he works with.

Natalie Butler

Natalie is a wife and mother of three, who brings energy and enthusiasm to her role as a funeral consultant. Although the newest staff member to Selwyn Allen Funerals, Natalie has a commitment to quality and care for every family that she works with. Natalie has worked in hospital administration for several years and volunteered with local sporting clubs. With a deep understanding of the importance of an honouring farewell for a beloved person, Natalie is a valued member of the team.

Selwyn Allen

Selwyn’s journey into the funeral industry was driven by a genuine desire to help people navigate the complexities of grief and funeral arrangements with compassion and service. “I was a teenager when I decided I wanted to go into funeral service and I was able to realise that dream when I left school.” After 32 years working for others, Selwyn began Selwyn Allen Funerals which is “a small, family-scale operation”. Selwyn is the most decorated funeral director in Australia – a Member of the Australian Institute of Embalming and was Chair for nearly 10 years; a Life member of the Australian Funeral Directors Association and was awarded Master Funeral Director by them. “I’ve certainly had a great deal of experience” says Selwyn.


Dorothy Hodge

Dorothy has spent her career looking after others. As a nurse, she worked in midwifery, theatre and palliative care. She also has a theology degree from the prestigious Whitley College, where she majored in Pastoral Care - Death and Dying Studies. Dorothy works with families as a funeral consultant and is also a trained funeral celebrant. She finds she is able to establish genuine connections with those she is helping. “To be able to know you have been there for a family is really fulfilling, gratifying and rewarding,” she says. “Following up with phone calls and anniversary cards is something I’m passionate about. That’s been a really important part for me in caring for families.”

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