A Legacy of Care
For nearly seventy years, Ross Funerals has been part of the Fraser Coast’s story — standing beside families in moments of loss, remembrance, and reflection. Our journey is one of dedication, compassion, and community connection, built on the belief that every life deserves to be honoured with dignity and respect.
Our Heritage
Ross Funerals was founded in 1955 by Leslie and Mavis Ross, who began with a simple yet powerful vision: to care for their community with dignity, respect, and compassion during life’s most difficult moments. Their funeral home on Adelaide Street in Maryborough, where we continue to operate today, quickly became a trusted place of support and service
In the early 1990s, local funeral directors David and John Kronk expanded on that legacy by establishing a presence in Pialba to better serve the growing Hervey Bay community. Their commitment to accessible, high-quality funeral care led to the opening of the Fraser Coast Crematorium and Bayside Memorial Gardens in 1996, followed by the addition of a dedicated funeral chapel in Russell Street, Maryborough in 2013.
Our Future
Over the decades, much has evolved — our services, our facilities,and the way we celebrate life. But our core purpose remains unchanged: to walk alongside families with genuine care and professionalism, providing meaningful, personalised funerals that reflect every unique story.
Today, as leaders in funeral care on the Fraser Coast, Ross Funerals proudly blends tradition with innovation. We honour our rich heritage while embracing the future through thoughtful use of technology, environmentally conscious practices, and a commitment to aftercare. Our mission is to ensure every farewell not only reflects a life well lived but also provides space for grief, memory, and healing. Because at Ross Funerals, we believe everyone has a story — and every story deserves to be honoured.
“Thank you to Ross Funerals especially for making Dom’s day all about Dom. A massive thank you to Adelaide & Scott for their devotion and dedication in the work they do to be able to help us make decisions as a family for our Brother & Son.”
“Such a beautiful Service, very personalised – Emma is absolutely fantastic. Thank You, from the bottom of our hearts.”
“I would like to thank the people at Ross Funerals for their care and compassion at a very sad time for our family. We dealt mainly with Scott and he could not have been more considerate and caring.Thank you Scott.”
“Had both mum and dads services here and they were fantastic at this difficult time.”