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Get to know Yvonne
George Hartnett Metropolitan Funerals Albany Creek Funeral DirectorYvonne joined the funeral industry in March 2022. Originally from the UK, Yvonne arrived in Australia in 2004. Her passion for funeral arranging started early, influenced by the loss of her niece at age 10, which ignited her desire to help families during their most difficult times.
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Karen in Camberwell/Box Hill was calm and reassuring and just sorted things for us at the right speed for us.
The two staff that attended Mum to take her were also just so kind and respectful. We were so grateful.
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Yvonne Dougal
Funeral Director - Albany Creek
Yvonne joined the funeral industry in March 2022. Originally from the UK, Yvonne arrived in Australia in 2004. Her passion for funeral arranging started early, influenced by the loss of her niece at age 10, which ignited her desire to help families during their most difficult times.
I love to help families in this difficult time of their lives,” Yvonne shares. “Being able to work in my local area brings comfort to the community, and guiding families through their grief with compassion is what I find most rewarding.”
Outside of work, Yvonne enjoys staying active by going to the gym and taking her two beloved Staffordshire bull terriers for walks. She also loves supporting local businesses and exploring the restaurants in her community."
Outside of work, Karen enjoys working on her 1:24 scale dollhouse project and baking traditional Dutch recipes. She speaks fluent Dutch (Nederlands) and values her strong connection to the local community.
Meet Yvonne
What do you like about being a funeral arranger?
Supporting families at their most vulnerable time. I value being someone families can rely on during one of the hardest times in their lives. Being able to guide them calmly, clearly and with compassion makes a real difference to how they experience grief in those early days.
What do you like about your local area?
A strong sense of community. I live and work in Albany Creek, and it feels like a place where people still know one another, look out for each other, and genuinely care. There’s a strong sense of community here, particularly during times when support matters most.
What makes your brand special?
A calm, welcoming environment. Families often comment on how comfortable and reassuring my branch feels. It’s a space where people can slow down, feel supported, and make decisions without pressure.
What inspired you to work in funeral planning?
For me, it became deeply personal. I was inspired to work in funeral planning after the unexpected passing of my niece, Katie. Our family was suddenly faced with navigating something none of us were prepared for, and during that time the support of a compassionate funeral director made an enormous difference. Seeing how much care, calm and guidance they provided at such a raw moment stayed with me.
That experience showed me how important it is to have someone who can walk alongside families—not just to organise details, but to truly listen, advocate for their wishes, and help create a farewell that feels meaningful and respectful. I realised I wanted to be that person for others.
Funeral planning allows me to help families at one of the most vulnerable times in their lives, and it’s incredibly rewarding to be able to ease their burden, even just a little, and help honour a life well lived."
How do you and your team support families at such an important time? We support families by listening carefully, offering calm guidance, and taking the time to explain options clearly and compassionately. Our team works together to ensure families feel supported, respected, and confident that their loved one is being cared for with dignity throughout the entire process.
What gives you strength in this work?
What gives me strength in this work is knowing I can make a real difference for families during one of the hardest times in their lives. Being able to offer comfort, guidance and genuine care, and to help families feel supported and confident in the farewell they create, is deeply meaningful and sustaining for me.