Hungarian cemeteries and sections in Sydney
Hungarian burial follows Christian tradition - most often Roman Catholic, with a significant Reformed (Calvinist) minority.
Compare Hungarian sections across Sydney
Where Hungarian 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
Indicative right of interment + burial where published; excludes the headstone. “Contact” = operator quotes on request.
What to know about Hungarian burials
Burial customs
A church funeral (a Catholic Requiem Mass or a Reformed service) is followed by burial; cremation is accepted in the Reformed tradition and permitted in the Catholic.
The headstone
Monuments commonly bear a cross and often a photograph; granite and marble are typical.
Visiting
Families visit on All Saints' and All Souls' Days (1-2 November), lighting candles - a strong Hungarian tradition.
Inscriptions
Hungarian and English, often with a cross and a phrase such as 'Nyugodjek bekeben' (rest in peace).
Hungarian 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 Hungarian burial?
Hungarian burial follows Christian tradition - most often Roman Catholic, with a significant Reformed (Calvinist) minority.
What are Hungarian visiting customs?
Families visit on All Saints' and All Souls' Days (1-2 November), lighting candles - a strong Hungarian tradition.