Hansen & Cole Funerals

06/03/2026

Meet the Team: Lisa Ashford 🧡

With a decade of experience in aged care and a lifelong interest in the funeral industry, Lisa Ashford brings exceptional empathy to her role as a Funeral Director’s Assistant. She thrives on the variety of her daily work and the privilege of supporting families when they need it most.

Outside of work, Lisa is an avid explorer of the Illawarra, often visiting local beaches and old cemeteries. A passionate traveller, she has visited Fiji and Hawaii, though Las Vegas remains her favourite spot.

✨ At home, she enjoys cooking, reading, and the company of her Poodle x Maltese. Her perfect evening involves her favourite "guilty pleasures": champagne, dark chocolate, and cheese. Lisa also proudly supports local charities like Need a Feed.

03/03/2026

Meet Annelise 🧡

Annelise is a dedicated Senior Funeral Director’s Assistant with Hansen & Cole on the South Coast, bringing six years of experience and a naturally caring approach to every family she supports.

After 17 years in hospitality, she moved into the funeral industry seeking a role with more purpose and quickly discovered how meaningful it is to help families through such difficult moments. She finds genuine fulfilment in making the process a little easier with compassion and calm.

Outside of work, Annelise loves cooking, swimming, the gym and jigsaw puzzles, including an incredible 33,600‑piece puzzle she completed over 2.5 years and turned into a mural at home.

✨ Her warmth, empathy and dedication make her a valued member of our team, and we sincerely thank her for the care she brings every day.

16/02/2026

Wishing you and your loved ones abundance and happiness.

13/02/2026

With decades of care across the Illawarra, our supportive team at Hansen & Cole Funerals in Bulli and Kembla Grange is here to guide families with compassion.

Visit: hansenandcolefunerals.com.au

27/01/2026

What helps you feel close to someone you’ve lost?

19/01/2026

Every life deserves to be celebrated. We help families create meaningful and personal tributes that reflect the unique essence of their loved ones. 💐🌟

15/01/2026

Our dedicated team plays a vital role in creating meaningful memorial services that reflect the values of compassion and support. We work closely with families, ensuring every service brings the community together to celebrate the lives of those we’ve lost. 🌿💐

31/12/2025

A new year brings new beginnings, and we wish our community, and all those we care for, a peaceful and gentle year ahead.

24/12/2025

11/12/2025

We are proud sponsor of the 2026 Albion Park Show on Saturday 17th January.

A warm welcome back to our valued sponsors — Hansen and Cole Funerals.
With decades of experience serving families across the Illawarra, Hansen and Cole Funerals are known for their compassion, professionalism, and genuine care. They help families create meaningful funerals, services, and memorials, offering support every step of the way.
Their dedicated team provides a wide range of services that are inclusive of all beliefs, religions, and cultures, ensuring every farewell is handled with the respect and care it deserves.
For the 2026 Show, Hansen & Cole Funerals are once again showing their wonderful community spirit by sponsoring the Vintage Machinery Display and the Produce Pavilion, as well as being the major sponsor of the Poultry Section.
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Hansen & Cole Funerals

11/12/2025

05/12/2025

Join us this holiday season for a heartfelt Christmas Memorial Service, a gentle space to reflect, honour loved ones, and connect with others in shared remembrance.

Kembla Grange
Tuesday 9 December, 6 -8pm
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