Cemeteries and Memorial Parks in Perth
Serenity Cremations offers cremation services at a range of Perth’s cemeteries and memorial parks. These historic and picturesque locations feature chapels of different sizes, accommodating small, intimate gatherings and larger services. Below are some of the most recognised venues across the Perth metropolitan area.
Karrakatta – Central Perth
Padbury – Northern Suburbs
Fremantle – Southern Suburbs
Baldivis – South of Perth
Karrakatta Cemetery
- Railway Rd, Karrakatta WA 6010
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 4.30 pm
Located just minutes from the Perth CBD, Karrakatta Cemetery is one of Western Australia’s oldest and most significant cemeteries. With manicured gardens and a peaceful atmosphere, it offers a variety of memorial options for ashes, including rose gardens, niche walls, and family memorials. Its central location and heritage status make it a meaningful place for families seeking a traditional and accessible setting.
Karrakatta Chapel Precinct comprises of three chapels with varying capacities and an outdoor chapel area:
- Norfolk Chapel: Karrakatta's largest chapel, seating 96 with room for 114 standing. For larger services, a covered entry area with external sound is available. Features include a media gallery, organ loft, quiet room, and spacious condolence lounge.
- Brown Chapel: This mid-sized chapel seats 36 and allows 104 standing. A covered outdoor area with external sound accommodates larger gatherings. Includes an adjacent condolence lounge.
- Dench Chapel: Ideal for smaller funerals, seating 20 with space for 60 standing. Additional standing room is available under a nearby covered area. A small condolence lounge is located adjacent.
- Garden Chapel: An open-air setting beside the main complex, perfect for private, intimate services in a peaceful garden environment.
Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park
- Whitfords Ave & Gibson Ave, Padbury WA 6025, Australia
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 4.30 pm
Nestled in the natural bushland of Padbury, Pinnaroo Valley is known for its serene, parkland-style setting. This memorial park focuses on environmentally conscious design, providing a peaceful space to commemorate loved ones. Families can choose from tranquil gardens, memorial trees, and natural rock placements for ashes, all surrounded by native flora and birdlife.
Featuring a bushland environment, Pinnaroo Valley Memorial Park offers two large chapels for services:
- East Chapel: Seats 118, with capacity for 210 guests. Features state-of-the-art multimedia, a musicians’ gallery, and a newly refurbished condolence lounge with screens for light refreshments.
- West Chapel: A mirror image of the East Chapel – also seats 118, with total capacity for 210. Includes multimedia throughout, an alfresco extension with screens, and an adjoining condolence lounge for post-service refreshments.
Fremantle Cemetery
- Carrington Street & Leach Hwy, Palmyra WA 6157
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 4.30 pm
Fremantle Cemetery is located in Palmyra and has served the southern suburbs for over a century. Known for its multicultural history and expansive grounds, it offers a wide range of ash memorialisation options, from traditional niche walls to custom garden placements. The cemetery’s blend of old-world charm and modern facilities makes it a popular choice for many families.
Fremantle Cemetery features two modern chapels and an intimate outdoor committal area for smaller informal services:
- West Chapel: Fremantle’s largest chapel, seating 220 with standing room for 250. Naturally lit with a peaceful atmosphere, it features full multimedia and a condolence lounge suited to medium and large gatherings.
- East Chapel: Seats 65 with standing room for 75, plus space for 150 more under cover when doors are open. Light-filled and ideal for smaller services, with multimedia facilities and a condolence lounge for small to medium gatherings.
- Outdoor Committal Area: An informal alternative to a chapel service, this open-air setting is especially popular in summer for relaxed, outdoor farewells.
Rockingham Regional Memorial Park
- Baldivis Rd, Baldivis WA 6171
- Office Hours: Monday to Friday – 8:30 am to 4.30 pm
This modern and spacious memorial park in Baldivis provides a calm and reflective environment for ash memorials. With landscaped gardens, quiet walking paths, and dedicated areas for reflection, Rockingham is ideal for those wanting a contemporary, well-maintained space to honour a loved one’s memory.
- East Chapel: Seats 118, with capacity for 210 guests. Features state-of-the-art multimedia, a musicians’ gallery, and a newly refurbished condolence lounge with screens for light refreshments.
- West Chapel: A mirror image of the East Chapel – also seats 118, with total capacity for 210. Includes multimedia throughout, an alfresco extension with screens, and an adjoining condolence lounge for post-service refreshments.
