Olivia and Fiona and the team were wonderfully supportive, empathetic and a perfect balance between professional and personal. Everything they said would happen, did happen when it was promised. The site down at Bodalla is beautiful. The fields are full of kangaroos, kookaburras, currawongs and other birds. The service was so well done. Our service was very small (according to mum's wishes) and was just lovely. We all have to make these plans eventually and I personally think that this service should the norm.
Rod Rothwell
At a very difficult time Olivia was amazing. Helped me navigate thru a process that at times was overwhelming. I highy recommend Olivia for being thoughtful empathetic and for making something so heart wrenching so much easier.
Jane Diamond
Olivia Andrews of Funeral Commons is an outstanding professional.
When my son aged 39 years passed away earlier this year, it was both a challenging and emotional time for our family. Meeting Olivia at this difficult time was like 'letting the light in!'
Olivia assisted us prior to the service with empathy, compassion and intelligence.
Olivia knew exactly how we wanted the service conducted and she indeed delivered.
We are very grateful to have met Olivia. Thank you Olivia and our very best wishes to you.
cristina giusti
Having to help your daughter make decisions regarding her end of life arrangements must be the hardest thing a parent can possibly endure. Olivia at Funeral Commons was a shining light of compassion, kindness, support and heartfelt care during the process from coming to meet with us in hospital, to the arrangements for the funeral home and the viewing, to the burial at Walawaani Way. Along with Fiona at Walawaani Way, these two amazing woman made sure that all my daughter's wishes for the time after her death and burial were honoured and fulfilled and in the gentlest, most compassionate way possible. We feel very grateful that we were able to entrust our beautiful girl to the care of such special people. We felt cared for, supported and loved throughout.
Karen
Olivia is an exceptionally caring and compassionate person whose empathy shines through in every interaction. She has a natural ability to make people feel supported, understood, and cared for during the incredibly difficult days following the loss of a loved one. Her warmth and gentle guidance provide reassurance when emotions are overwhelming.
I cannot speak highly enough of Olivia and Funeral Commons. Olivia handled the process (and helped us navigate the process) with dignity, kindness, and understanding. Olivia's thoughtful and perceptive approach ensured that every arrangement reflected my sister's wishes while easing the burden on us during a heartbreaking time. I would wholeheartedly recommend Olivia to anyone seeking compassionate funeral care.
Shari Amery
Olivia Andrews is one of the most caring and genuine people I've met in end-of-life services. Her attention to detail and professionalism is second to none. Highly recommend getting in touch with her.
Fiona McCuaig
Our family was very satisfied with the way in which my husband's funeral was conducted with dignity by the members of Funeral Commons, both at the Church Service and later at Walawaani Way, the burial place at Bodalla on the South Coast.
Marea Dorman
I'm writing this review to let people know that Olivia made my heart feel safe ,I had just watched my love of my life suffer with fierce denile that he was not going to pass away,..he was such a strong,smart and greatest human being ! I was so lucky to have shared deep connection,entwined with love. I shall keep in my soul for ever,.sadly watching my man pass away at home ,was so traumatic I was paralyzed with grief ,shock and sadness I cannot explain.i held my sweetheart for hours and when I watched Chris leave , I just broke into pieces , a year ago , we also tied the knot , married for only 16 days , best friends for 16 years . I was unable to move my body I had this lady Olivia bringing Chris home to me , unfortunately as not his life force but his ashes, I was scared to meet this lady I cried , then I met her , I cried more , this time with rapture , Olivia is special, her kind energy is warm and non intruding.she let me guide the mood ,I was scared but felt safe with Olivia's warm and empathetic support.Olivia is a grief therapist ,and her sensitive ability to help my deep thoughts that loop in my mind , and give me such sadness , she help me to see life in a softer , more spiritual and purposeful way that helps me to keep going , as Chris would say "The Show must go on", he was a stage technician for huge music events. I miss him so much.
It's very difficult to imagine myself in anyone's shoes in the darkest moments of grief and loss.
I can promise that Olivia is gifted with a beautiful and sensitive soul with a profound understanding of loss and grief.
El Be
Olivia supported my family following my father's death, and was organised, kind, and compassionate. She was able to take control of the things we simply didn't have the energy to deal with, and gently walk us through the process of celebrating dad's life.
Amelia Lawrence
Olivia's personalised and professional approach is genuinely professional and shows deep care for families and loved ones. Olivia has great venue ideas and offers a customised funeral service that you can only find with an independent funeral director.
Suzanne R
From the moment we met her, Olivia was deeply considerate, calm, and thoughtful. Those qualities brought immense comfort during an incredibly difficult time. Every detail was handled with care and intention, and her calming presence brought clarity and peace when we needed it most.
Cheryl McCarthy
I got in touch with Olivia when my beloved Mum entered palliative care. She really took the time to get to know me and Mum, and she provided me with so much comfort and support when Mum passed away. She helped my brother and I put together a beautiful service that reflected Mum's personality perfectly.
Robyn B
Caring, professional, authentic, trustworthy. I couldn't have been more pleased with the final outcome, it looked and felt perfectly appropriate. The mourners who attended also commented on what a lovely funeral it was, capturing my father's personal style.
Ruby Grennan
I found Olivia always struck the right note. She was caring in a genuine way. And very accommodating and understanding of the difficult time you're going through.
Amanda Wilson
From our very first meeting, Olivia treated our family with immense kindness, dignity, and respect. Olivia handled every detail seamlessly, the beautiful service arranged was so fitting to his character and everyone in attendance was so very impressed.
Wilson
Olivia and Fiona and the team were wonderfully supportive, empathetic and a perfect balance between professional and personal. Everything they said would happen, did happen when it was promised. The site down at Bodalla is beautiful. The fields are full of kangaroos, kookaburras, currawongs and other birds. The service was so well done. Our service was very small (according to mum's wishes) and was just lovely. We all have to make these plans eventually and I personally think that this service should the norm.
Rod Rothwell
At a very difficult time Olivia was amazing. Helped me navigate thru a process that at times was overwhelming. I highy recommend Olivia for being thoughtful empathetic and for making something so heart wrenching so much easier.
Jane Diamond
Olivia Andrews of Funeral Commons is an outstanding professional.
When my son aged 39 years passed away earlier this year, it was both a challenging and emotional time for our family. Meeting Olivia at this difficult time was like 'letting the light in!'
Olivia assisted us prior to the service with empathy, compassion and intelligence.
Olivia knew exactly how we wanted the service conducted and she indeed delivered.
We are very grateful to have met Olivia. Thank you Olivia and our very best wishes to you.
cristina giusti
Having to help your daughter make decisions regarding her end of life arrangements must be the hardest thing a parent can possibly endure. Olivia at Funeral Commons was a shining light of compassion, kindness, support and heartfelt care during the process from coming to meet with us in hospital, to the arrangements for the funeral home and the viewing, to the burial at Walawaani Way. Along with Fiona at Walawaani Way, these two amazing woman made sure that all my daughter's wishes for the time after her death and burial were honoured and fulfilled and in the gentlest, most compassionate way possible. We feel very grateful that we were able to entrust our beautiful girl to the care of such special people. We felt cared for, supported and loved throughout.
Karen
Olivia is an exceptionally caring and compassionate person whose empathy shines through in every interaction. She has a natural ability to make people feel supported, understood, and cared for during the incredibly difficult days following the loss of a loved one. Her warmth and gentle guidance provide reassurance when emotions are overwhelming.
I cannot speak highly enough of Olivia and Funeral Commons. Olivia handled the process (and helped us navigate the process) with dignity, kindness, and understanding. Olivia's thoughtful and perceptive approach ensured that every arrangement reflected my sister's wishes while easing the burden on us during a heartbreaking time. I would wholeheartedly recommend Olivia to anyone seeking compassionate funeral care.
Shari Amery
Olivia Andrews is one of the most caring and genuine people I've met in end-of-life services. Her attention to detail and professionalism is second to none. Highly recommend getting in touch with her.
Fiona McCuaig
Our family was very satisfied with the way in which my husband's funeral was conducted with dignity by the members of Funeral Commons, both at the Church Service and later at Walawaani Way, the burial place at Bodalla on the South Coast.
Marea Dorman
I'm writing this review to let people know that Olivia made my heart feel safe ,I had just watched my love of my life suffer with fierce denile that he was not going to pass away,..he was such a strong,smart and greatest human being ! I was so lucky to have shared deep connection,entwined with love. I shall keep in my soul for ever,.sadly watching my man pass away at home ,was so traumatic I was paralyzed with grief ,shock and sadness I cannot explain.i held my sweetheart for hours and when I watched Chris leave , I just broke into pieces , a year ago , we also tied the knot , married for only 16 days , best friends for 16 years . I was unable to move my body I had this lady Olivia bringing Chris home to me , unfortunately as not his life force but his ashes, I was scared to meet this lady I cried , then I met her , I cried more , this time with rapture , Olivia is special, her kind energy is warm and non intruding.she let me guide the mood ,I was scared but felt safe with Olivia's warm and empathetic support.Olivia is a grief therapist ,and her sensitive ability to help my deep thoughts that loop in my mind , and give me such sadness , she help me to see life in a softer , more spiritual and purposeful way that helps me to keep going , as Chris would say "The Show must go on", he was a stage technician for huge music events. I miss him so much.
It's very difficult to imagine myself in anyone's shoes in the darkest moments of grief and loss.
I can promise that Olivia is gifted with a beautiful and sensitive soul with a profound understanding of loss and grief.
El Be
Olivia supported my family following my father's death, and was organised, kind, and compassionate. She was able to take control of the things we simply didn't have the energy to deal with, and gently walk us through the process of celebrating dad's life.
Amelia Lawrence
Olivia's personalised and professional approach is genuinely professional and shows deep care for families and loved ones. Olivia has great venue ideas and offers a customised funeral service that you can only find with an independent funeral director.
Suzanne R
From the moment we met her, Olivia was deeply considerate, calm, and thoughtful. Those qualities brought immense comfort during an incredibly difficult time. Every detail was handled with care and intention, and her calming presence brought clarity and peace when we needed it most.
Cheryl McCarthy
I got in touch with Olivia when my beloved Mum entered palliative care. She really took the time to get to know me and Mum, and she provided me with so much comfort and support when Mum passed away. She helped my brother and I put together a beautiful service that reflected Mum's personality perfectly.
Robyn B
Caring, professional, authentic, trustworthy. I couldn't have been more pleased with the final outcome, it looked and felt perfectly appropriate. The mourners who attended also commented on what a lovely funeral it was, capturing my father's personal style.
Ruby Grennan
I found Olivia always struck the right note. She was caring in a genuine way. And very accommodating and understanding of the difficult time you're going through.
Amanda Wilson
From our very first meeting, Olivia treated our family with immense kindness, dignity, and respect. Olivia handled every detail seamlessly, the beautiful service arranged was so fitting to his character and everyone in attendance was so very impressed.
Wilson
