Coptic cemeteries and sections in Sydney
Coptic burial follows the Coptic Orthodox tradition of Egypt's ancient Christian church.
Compare Coptic sections across Sydney
Where Coptic burials are available, with the indicative lawn plot cost. Rookwood, the largest, is listed first, then cheapest to dearest.
Rookwood Cemetery
Inner West · Metropolitan Memorial Parks & Catholic Cemeteries
from $12,020
lawn plot
Woronora Memorial Park
Southern Sydney · Metropolitan Memorial Parks
from $14,565
lawn plot
Indicative right of interment + burial where published; excludes the headstone. “Contact” = operator quotes on request.
What to know about Coptic burials
Burial customs
A church funeral is followed by burial (cremation is not practised); memorial prayers are held on set days and anniversaries.
The headstone
Monuments commonly bear the Coptic cross; granite and marble are typical, sometimes with a photograph.
Visiting
Families observe the 40-day memorial and anniversaries.
Inscriptions
English and Arabic (and sometimes Coptic), with the Coptic cross.
Coptic Cemetery Masonry Services
New headstone or monument
A new memorial in the styles and materials of the community.
Additional inscriptions
Adding a name to a family grave, or completing an existing inscription.
Renovation & restoration
Repairing, resetting or restoring an older or weathered grave.
Cleaning
Cleaning and freshening a headstone that has aged over the years.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Coptic burial?
Coptic burial follows the Coptic Orthodox tradition of Egypt's ancient Christian church.
What are Coptic visiting customs?
Families observe the 40-day memorial and anniversaries.