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Pall Bearers

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It is an honour to be a pallbearer at a service. There are a few considerations you can think of those in the role as a pallbearer. It will depend on the terrain of where the pallbearers are carrying the casket and whether it is a burial and they will be lowering into a grave. We can guide you on what needs to be done and the best way to do it. 
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Pall Bearer's Role

A pallbearer has to assist in the carriage of the casket into and out of the funeral venue. In New Zealand, we usually carry the casket at arm’s length, with the arm stretched downward and holding onto the casket handle. In some countries, the casket is carried on the shoulder of each pallbearer, and while this method is used here in New Zealand, it’s usually for a State or military funeral or someone significant. 

What to Consider

It’s customary for friends or family members to act as pallbearers though you may choose to ask people who belonged to the same club, sporting or social group as the deceased person. Six people are usually required to carry the casket, though this number could be less if the casket is small. In the case of a larger person, eight pallbearers may be required. It’s appropriate to invite the people you want as pallbearers formally. It is considered a great honour to act as a pallbearer and can be the source of upset if someone who should have been asked is overlooked.
Children or the very elderly can be used to carry as we can keep the casket on wheels and wheel it out to the hearse.
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Our Funeral directors are always available to assist you and to answer any questions. 
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You are welcome to contact us anytime and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
Supporting and caring for families throughout South Canterbury
Phone 0800 686 2148
Download our book of Words and Comfort Readings and Poems here
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A:  160 Mountain View Road, Gleniti, Timaru
T: 03 686 2148  (24 Hours) Timaru
​    03 689 7065 (24 Hours) Waimate
E: [email protected]  
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  • Home
  • About
    • About Us
    • Our Team
    • Why Choose Us?
    • Our Facilities
    • Our Profession
    • Our History
    • Our Vision
  • When Someone Dies
    • First Steps
    • Who to Notify
    • Burial or Cremation?
    • Transfers: NZ & International
    • Funeral Timing
    • Embalming
    • Death Registration
  • Arranging a Funeral
    • Choosing the Venue
    • Celebrant or Clergy
    • Casket or Urn Selection
    • Flowers
    • Service Sheets
    • Visual Presentation
    • Catering
    • Visiting Your Loved One
    • Clothing and Dressing
    • Selecting a Vehicle
    • Newspaper Notices
  • The Service
    • Eulogies and Tributes
    • Readings and Poems
    • Music Selection
    • Momentos
    • Pall Bearers
    • Memorial Book
    • Recording the Service
    • Live Streaming
  • Aftercare
    • Death Certificate
    • Financial Matters
    • Compassionate Airfares
    • Probate
    • Bereavement Support
  • Candle Lighting Services
  • McBride's Monumental Masons
  • Pre-planning
    • Why Plan Ahead?
    • Pre-paid
    • Pre-arranged
  • Contact