Whether someone is overseas, unwell, unable to travel, or simply cannot make it on the day, livestreaming helps people stay connected to an important moment.
We take care of the technical side for you, so there is one less thing to think about during an already difficult time.
Why families choose funeral livestreaming
Funerals bring people together, but distance, illness, work, and travel can sometimes make attending in person difficult.
Funeral livestreaming gives family and friends the chance to join the service live from wherever they are. It allows them to listen, reflect, and feel included, even if they cannot be in Christchurch on the day.
For many families, this becomes an important part of the service. It means grandparents can watch from another town, relatives overseas can still be present, and those who are unable to attend in person do not feel left out of the farewell.
What Simplicity provides
Our Christchurch team can arrange livestreaming as part of the funeral service, so you do not need to organise the details yourself.
Our funeral livestreaming service can include:
A private link for family and friends
Live streaming of the service as it happens
Clear, reliable audio and video
Support to make sure everything is set up and running smoothly
A simple process handled by our team as part of the arrangements.
Our aim is to keep things calm, straightforward, and dependable. Families already have enough on their minds without having to worry about cameras, sound, links, or whether someone overseas will be able to watch.
A meaningful way to include more people
Livestreaming is not about replacing being there in person. It is about making space for more people to share in the farewell when they otherwise could not.
It can be especially helpful when:
- Family members live overseas.
- Elderly relatives are unable to travel.
- Someone is unwell or recovering.
- Work, childcare, or short notice makes attendance difficult.
- The service venue has limited space.
For some families, simply knowing that everyone who mattered had the chance to be part of the service brings real peace of mind.
Personal touches can still be part of the service
A livestreamed funeral can still feel deeply personal.
We can help incorporate the elements that matter most to your family, including:
- Photo tributes and visual presentations.
- Music and special readings.
- A celebrant or family-led service.
- Service sheets and memorial keepsakes.
- A farewell that reflects the life being remembered.
Livestreaming works alongside these personal touches, helping more people feel connected to the moment.
Simple, supportive, and taken care of for you
At Simplicity, we believe funeral arrangements should feel clear, respectful, and easier to navigate.
If you would like to include funeral livestreaming in Christchurch as part of the service, we can talk you through the options and take care of the details for you. Our team will make sure the online side of the service is handled simply and professionally, so you can stay focused on what matters most.
Funeral livestreaming FAQs
Can family overseas watch the funeral live?
Yes. Funeral livestreaming allows family and friends anywhere in New Zealand or overseas to be part of the service in real time.