RSL Funeral Services in Brisbane
Honouring Those Who Served
When duty called, they answered. When your need support honouring their memory, we’re here to answer that call for your family.
Australian Defence Force Veteran Funeral Planning
When we lose someone who dedicated their life to defending our nation, they deserve a farewell that reflects their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering commitment to Australia.
At Tony Hollands Funerals, we consider it both an honour and a responsibility to provide Military Funeral Services and Veteran Funeral Services that pay proper tribute to Defence Force Personnel and Veterans throughout Brisbane and Queensland.
Our family understands that Military service and Veteran life creates bonds and traditions that extend far beyond civilian life.
Whether your loved one served with distinction in the
Australian Army,
Royal Australian Navy,
Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), or devoted years as a
Veteran
supporting their community, we’re committed to ensuring their
final farewell
honours both their
Military service,
Veteran contributions, and the person they were to your family.
Military & Veteran Funeral Traditions Brisbane
Military funeral traditions and Veteran funeral ceremonies carry deep meaning, and we work closely with families to incorporate the ceremonial elements that best honour their loved one’s service and sacrifice.
Traditional Military & Veteran Honours We Can Arrange:
Australian National Flag Presentation
The Australian flag is ceremonially draped over the coffin during the
Military or Veteran funeral service.
Service Medals and Military Decorations Display
We create dignified displays of your loved one’s
military medals,
veteran service
ribbons, and
military commendations, allowing attendees to appreciate the full scope of their
military achievements
and
veteran dedication
to Australia.
Defence Force Poppy Service Ceremonies Brisbane
We coordinate with
RSL Queensland representatives or
veteran service organisations to conduct traditional
Poppy Service tribute
ceremonies. A
Defence
Force Poppy Service is a solemn
military ceremony that acknowledges your loved one’s contribution to Australia’s
military heritage and
veteran legacy.
This traditional tribute can be incorporated into any funeral and involves the ceremonial presentation of red poppies – the international symbol of remembrance for fallen soldiers and veterans. The
Veteran Poppy Service is available for all
Australian Defence Force members,
Veterans and
RSL members, regardless of rank or length of service.
RSL Queensland representatives or trained
military chaplains conduct these meaningful veteran ceremonies, which include readings, prayers, and the symbolic laying of poppies as a final tribute to
military service
and
veteran contributions.
Last Post and Rouse
Whether performed live by a
bugler or presented as part of the
funeral ceremony, these haunting
military funeral melodies provide a deeply moving tribute that resonates with families.
The Ode of Remembrance
We can arrange for
The Ode of Remembrance to be recited during your loved one’s funeral service. This sacred verse, with its powerful words “They shall not grow old, as we that are left grow old,” is a cornerstone of
Australian military tradition and
veteran commemoration.
The Ode can be delivered by family members,
military personnel,
RSL representatives, or
funeral celebrants, providing a deeply meaningful tribute that connects your loved one’s service to
Australia’s broader military heritage and veteran legacy.
Personalised Military & Veteran Funeral Services
Every person who served our country has a unique story that deserves to be told with dignity and authenticity.
We believe the best
military
and
veteran funerals Brisbane
blend respect for
Defence Force traditions
with celebration of the individual person your family knew and loved.
Our Personalised Military & Veteran Funeral Approach Includes:
Flexible Military & Veteran Funeral Service Formats
Whether you envision a formal
military ceremony with full honours, an
intimate family funeral, or a celebration that weaves together
RSL service
and veteran life
with personal memories, we help design a
funeral service
that feels right for your loved one.
Funeral Venue Selection for RSL, Veteran and Military Services
From traditional churches and
funeral chapels
to
RSL clubs Brisbane,
veteran centres, or special locations that held significance in your loved one’s life, we can arrange
funeral services
wherever your family feels most comfortable.
Live-Streaming Veteran & Military Funeral
Technology for military funerals
and
veteran funerals
allow
military comrades,
veteran friends, extended family, and friends who cannot travel to Brisbane to participate in honouring your loved one’s memory through
live-streaming funeral services.
Cultural and Religious Veteran and Military Funerals
We respect and accommodate
diverse faith traditions
and
cultural practices, ensuring your loved one’s funeral reflects their complete identity and beliefs.
Experienced Veteran & Military Funeral Directors Brisbane
Military families and veteran families deserve funeral directors who understand the depth of their sacrifice and the importance of getting every detail right.

Our commitment to
Defence force families
comes from genuine respect and decades of experience serving
Brisbane’s military and veteran community.
As a family-owned Brisbane funeral home, we’ve built lasting relationships with local
military organisations,
RSL Queensland branches,
Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA),
Veteran communities Brisbane, and
veteran support groups over many years.
Our
military funeral team and veteran funeral specialists receive comprehensive training in
Defence Force traditions,
Veteran ceremonial requirements, and the
proper handling of military honours and veteran symbols, ensuring every aspect of your loved one’s funeral service meets the highest standards of
Australian Military & Veteran Honours.
Brisbane’s Trusted Veteran & Military Funeral Home
Tony Hollands Funerals has been serving Brisbane Veteran & Military families with dignity and respect for decades.
Our understanding of military culture, veteran traditions, and the unique needs of Defence Force families makes us the preferred choice for Military, RSL, and Veteran Funerals Brisbane.

Whether your loved one was an active Defence Force member, a retired Veteran, or served many decades ago, we provide the same level of respect, attention to detail, and military funeral expertise or veteran funeral expertise that honours their service to Australia.
For more information on our cremation services, call us on 07 3392 9919 day or night, seven days a week.
Together, our team at Tony Hollands Funerals is more than just a group of professionals; we are a dedicated family committed to supporting your family. We stand ready to provide comprehensive care, respectful guidance, and a compassionate presence when you need it most. We are honoured to serve the Brisbane community and invite you to reach out to us with any questions or needs you may have. Your peace of mind is our priority.
