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Greek Orthodox cemeteries and sections in Sydney

Greek Orthodox burial emphasises the resurrection and 'eternal memory', within a strong liturgical and communal tradition.

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Compare Greek Orthodox sections across Sydney

Where Greek Orthodox burials are available, with the indicative lawn plot cost, cheapest first.

Field of Mars Cemetery
Northern Sydney · Metropolitan Memorial Parks
from $6,175
lawn plot
Rookwood Cemetery
Inner West · Metropolitan Memorial Parks & Catholic Cemeteries
from $12,020
lawn plot
Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium
North-West Sydney · Metropolitan Memorial Parks
from $14,070
lawn plot
Woronora Memorial Park
Southern Sydney · Metropolitan Memorial Parks
from $14,565
lawn plot
Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park
Eastern Suburbs · Metropolitan Memorial Parks
from $21,075
lawn plot
Liverpool Cemetery
South-West Sydney · Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria
Contact
lawn plot
Macarthur Memorial Park
South-West Sydney · Catholic Cemeteries & Crematoria
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lawn plot

Indicative right of interment + burial where published; excludes the headstone. “Contact” = operator quotes on request.

What to know about Greek Orthodox burials

Burial customs
The funeral service is held in church, followed by burial (Orthodox tradition does not permit cremation). Memorial services (mnemosyna) with koliva are held at 40 days and on anniversaries.
The headstone
Upright marble monuments are common, bearing the three-bar Orthodox cross and often a ceramic photograph and a candle vigil (kandili).
Visiting
Families light the kandili, bring koliva at memorials, and visit at 40 days and on anniversaries.
Inscriptions
Greek and English, the Orthodox cross, and often 'Αιωνία η μνήμη' (memory eternal).
Monuments & memorials

Marble uprights, the three-bar cross, ceramic photos and kandili holders.

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

What is a Greek Orthodox burial?

Greek Orthodox burial emphasises the resurrection and 'eternal memory', within a strong liturgical and communal tradition.

What are Greek Orthodox visiting customs?

Families light the kandili, bring koliva at memorials, and visit at 40 days and on anniversaries.

Which Sydney cemeteries have Greek Orthodox sections?

Eastern Suburbs Memorial Park, Field of Mars Cemetery, Liverpool Cemetery, Macarthur Memorial Park, Macquarie Park Cemetery and Crematorium, Rookwood Cemetery, Woronora Memorial Park.