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We’ve been helping families navigate the grief journey for over 80 years

We believe we have one of the most challenging jobs in the world but also one of the most rewarding. With our caring and experienced support, we can help you and your family through this difficult time. At Davis Funerals, we have qualified funeral directors and embalmers and caring for your loved one is handled by us, in-house, the entire way. Demonstrating our commitment to the industry and adherence to the highest standards, we’re proud members of the FDANZ, (The Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand), and NZEA, (New Zealand Embalmers Association).

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Why choose Davis?

Our caring, experienced staff are just one reason to choose Davis.
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How we help

From organising to lodging the necessary paperwork, we’ll handle it all.
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Our locations

You’ll find Davis funeral homes across Auckland - central, south, east and west.

Our history

A family focussed company, Davis Funerals have supported many families, from all walks of life, through this process, each with their own set of needs.

What never changes is that each time, we honour a life as unique as the memories and families left in their wake. We still operate today with the same level of care and professionalism that we did in the 1950s. Yet now we have all the technology of the modern world to provide complete funeral services

1875
We were just beginning

Our origins lie in the 19th century. In 1875, Cornelius Little establishes a family funeral home in Auckland’s Hobson Street with his son Cuthbert.


Our origins lie in the 19th century. In 1875, Cornelius Little establishes a family funeral home in Auckland’s Hobson Street with his son Cuthbert.
 
1940
A family business

Continuing the family tradition, Cuthbert’s son Cliff becomes the third generation of Littles to join the family business.


Continuing the family tradition, Cuthbert’s son Cliff becomes the third generation of Littles to join the family business.
1950
Davis joins the family

Cliff Little purchases N.C. Davis Funeral Home & Seed Shop, beginning a new era for Davis Funeral Homes.


Cliff Little purchases N.C. Davis Funeral Home & Seed Shop, beginning a new era for Davis Funeral Homes.
1964
Family expansion

Cedric Little, Cliff’s son, joins the business.


Cedric Little, Cliff’s son, joins the business.
1979
Expanding our reach

We open a new funeral home in Pakuranga, East Auckland in the beautiful and historic Tyrone villa.


We open a new funeral home in Pakuranga, East Auckland in the beautiful and historic Tyrone villa.
1988
More family members join

Cedric’s brother Neil joins the business.


Cedric’s brother Neil joins the business.
1990
Improving our facilities

Our original hub at 294 Dominion Road Auckland moves down the road to our new purpose-built chapel and funeral home, Grange Manor.


Our original hub at 294 Dominion Road Auckland moves down the road to our new purpose-built chapel and funeral home, Grange Manor.
1991
The fifth generation

Cedric’s son Craig starts at Davis as a funeral director – the fifth generation of Littles to do so.


Cedric’s son Craig starts at Davis as a funeral director – the fifth generation of Littles to do so.
1998
Going west

We open our new Tuscan winery-inspired chapel and on-site crematorium in Henderson, West Auckland.


We open our new Tuscan winery-inspired chapel and on-site crematorium in Henderson, West Auckland.
2014
Southern expansion

Dianne Troup approaches the Littles to take over Troup funeral home in Papatoetoe, South Auckland as she retires.


Dianne Troup approaches the Littles to take over Troup funeral home in Papatoetoe, South Auckland as she retires.
2016
Serving the Eastern Bays

A new Eastern suburbs funeral home opens in the old vicarage of the Church of St Thomas, Kohimarama, Auckland.


A new Eastern suburbs funeral home opens in the old vicarage of the Church of St Thomas, Kohimarama, Auckland.
2017
Joining Propel Funeral Partners

In May 2017, Davis Funerals became part of the Propel Funeral Partners group. Davis Funerals continues to be led by members of the Little Family. Craig Little in his role as Manager Director and Neil Little, in his role as Non-executive Director. The Little’s, along with the Davis Funerals team continue...

In May 2017, Davis Funerals became part of the Propel Funeral Partners group. Davis Funerals continues to be led by members of the Little Family. Craig Little in his role as Manager Director and Neil Little, in his role as Non-executive Director. The Little’s, along with the Davis Funerals team continue to look after the needs of Auckland families with the same family philosophy and values that they always have.
2022
Looking Towards The Future

In 2021, Craig takes a step back from the business and joins Neil on the Propel Funeral Partners Board. In January 2022 Davis Funeral Services comes under the appointment of Mike Powell, the new Funeral Home Manager and  refreshes it’s brand to Davis Funeral Care. This name encapsulates the wrap aro...

In 2021, Craig takes a step back from the business and joins Neil on the Propel Funeral Partners Board. In January 2022 Davis Funeral Services comes under the appointment of Mike Powell, the new Funeral Home Manager and  refreshes it’s brand to Davis Funeral Care. This name encapsulates the wrap around care and guidance they provide families. Respecting the past whilst looking forward, the Davis team reaffirm their commitment to those values, professional standards and behaviours that are so critical to the families they guide and support  .

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Alison Morgan
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"I just wanted to say again how much I appreciated your care of Bob and the family at the funeral on Friday. Martin, your care and the way you dealt with us was appreciated. "
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Paul Holmes
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"At times of grief it's reassuring to have a great company looking after you, and we really appreciate Davis and in particular your invaluable help Shane – thanks! "
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Ange Foote
"Thanks again Dani for your wonderful support, understanding and efficiency in making it a special send off for dad. "
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Lynne Robertson
"Thank you to everyone at Davis Funerals. Wayne’s service was amazing, we had 300 people in the Panmure Yacht Club. So many people commented on the ashes in the scatter tubes and the service sheets."
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"Thank you for the amazing people you have working at Davis Funeral parlour. I'm so grateful for everything that was done for Keith. I would recommend Davis Funeral parlour to all my Whanau and friends"
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Melanie Harvey
"I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you again for making Betty’s funeral so kind, warm and special. You made what is a sad occasion better in every possible way. I cannot thank you enough."
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