They may forget what you said—but they will never forget how you made them feel.
- Carl W. Buehner
About Epsom Funeral Home
Epsom Funeral Home is a New Zealand family-owned company that has seen to the needs of Auckland families for more than 30 years. Being owner-operated, we are able to ensure the continuity of high-quality care every step of the way.
Our multilingual team is composed of warm, compassionate, and understanding funeral directors who aim to make an emotional and confusing time as stress-free as possible. We always take the time to get to know each family and their loved one, so we can offer the best options and help them to honour their loved one's life with a personalised and dignified funeral or memorial.
We are situated in a unique, quaint, and peaceful cottage in Ellerslie Village.
Our Funeral Directors
Stephen
Stephen started early in the industry, making funeral hardware for his father’s company when he was just 12 years old. Having worked with a number of funeral companies prior to owning Epsom Funeral Home (EFH), he has gained a lot of insight and experience as to the very best techniques and care that are aligned with EFH’s philosophy.
In his spare time, he enjoys being at home with his wife Leesa, spending time with their two grown boys and their partners, having family meals, watching motor racing, and gardening.
Leesa
Before becoming a funeral director, Leesa was the national sales manager for Stendhal cosmetics and the national make-up artist for Lancôme, Yves Saint Laurent, and Dior. Her passion and care for creating beautiful experiences for people is something that she brings from her time in the cosmetics industry to her work at Epsom Funeral Home.
Leesa also has a lifelong love of animals. Aside from taking care of their four dogs, she fosters and re-homes animals, seeing to it that they are placed with people who will give them the same level of loving attention.
Sue
Sue has been in the funeral industry for five years, having previously worked in the medical field. She speaks both Mandarin and Cantonese, and is knowledgeable in the customs and traditions of different Chinese provinces. Her warmth, care, and attention to detail help put families at ease and bring a sense of calm. For the past six years, she and her family have called New Zealand home.
Her favourite pastime is running after her two wee girls while exploring the northern beaches and spending quality family time.
Hui Mei
Hui Mei is a funeral director and celebrant who is fluent in English, Mandarin, Cantonese, and Malay. Her ability to speak multiple languages allows her to connect and relate to the many families that come from different cultures and backgrounds.
She has been in New Zealand for four years and studied medical science. When not at work, you’ll find her spending time at home with her husband and enjoying great food.
What our clients say
“Leesa and Stephen gave the best service we could possibly ask for. It was an effortless process from start to finish.”
— Judith Collins
“Stephen provided more than a service—he demonstrated kindness, patience, empathy, and tact in a tragic situation, while single-handedly guiding us through our sorrow.”
— Pam Eggers
“The level of professionalism, courtesy, and warmth of Stephen and Leesa are exemplary. I couldn't have asked for better.”
— Don
To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that thing is sincerity and integrity.
- Donald A. Adams