After a Death in Brent | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Brent

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Brent area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.

What to do after a death

1

Register the death

This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.

2

Choose a funeral director

Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.

3

Arrange the funeral

Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.

4

Sort out the estate

You may need probate. Use our free checker to find out, or speak to a specialist for advice.

Need more detail? Our step-by-step guides cover everything from costs to what happens on the day.

Funeral directors near Brent

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

E C Mills Ltd logo

1. E C Mills Ltd

0.4 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Amazing customer service, very helpful and understanding. Highly recommended.” — Dipen P.

“I have used E.C. Mills for many years and will continue to do so as they are caring empathetic and pay great attention to detail.” — Graham B.

2. G P Burch Funeral Service

1.0 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At the most heartbreaking time of my life, all staff were very helpful, polite, made me feel calm. I am so glad my mum was looked after by G.P. Burch whilst resting.” — Susan C.

“At the must heartbreaking time of my life, all staff were very helpful, polite, made me feel calm. I am so glad my mum was looked after by G.P. Burch whilst resting.....” — susan c.

John Nodes Funeral Service logo

3. John Nodes Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the team who transported dad to the care facility, to Shane, Sue, Steve and their colleagues — your quiet presence was appreciated; you were wonderful, attentive and caring. A truly professional, approachable and responsive service from start to finish.” — Cheryl A.

“I have never found a lovelier person doing the work that she loves. Tamara is such an intelligent person — she speaks very politely and she has a heart of gold.” — Euphemia C.

4. Wembley Funeral Services

1.1 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You have given us support and advice and I can highly recommend you. Thank you again.” — Dijana P.

“I have found this to be a first class family-run funeral provider. The service was professional and personal. I was picked up from home and dropped off at my home, too, afterwards.” — Lilian Z.

James Crook Ltd logo

5. James Crook Ltd

1.1 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were kind and empathetic and they provided a dignified service for my cousin. Not only were they excellent value for money, I could not have chosen better than James Crook Funeral Directors.” — Eric B.

“Ann-Marie was lovely and very helpful, all the family were very happy with the service that was provided by Ann-Marie and the guys at James Crook Willesden, highly recommend this company if anyone is looking for a stress free funeral to arrange.” — Elaine H.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Both the staff were approachable, considerate and professional.” — Shirley

“I hold the belief that my family will be accorded the same help and support when my time comes. I would recommend the Coop for families whatever their race or religion.” — TrinidadRotiShop L.

7. Nubian Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

5
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The morticians did an excellent job, making sure my loved one looked exactly like himself. Ms. Beverly was caring and paid attention to details.” — Sammi G.

“Thank you especially for accommodating his religion requirements. I come to express sincere gratitude for your relentless support, proficiency, active listening skills and excellent Family Centered Service during the passing and the repatriation process of my uncle.” — FELLY C.

James Crook Ltd logo

8. James Crook Ltd

1.3 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional, supportive service.” — JESSICA R.

“James Crook was very helpful and I was ever pleased with the service — I had everything run smoothly.” — cedric r.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff at Kingsbury, from Georgina to the Funeral Director, have been lovely from start to finish.” — Deborah L.

“Assisted my family to arrange our loved ones funeral from abroad. Would highly recommend this service.” — olive

John Nodes Funeral Service logo

10. John Nodes Funeral Service

1.7 miles away

4.7
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1695

“You took away a lot of my stress and anxiety, and all of our requests were carried out seamlessly. Thank you for your patience while we planned the service and the expertise of your team handling, preparing and transporting his body with care and respect.” — Andrea G.

“Michaela was patient and kind and went above and beyond both before the funeral and on the day itself. Shane was also brilliant. Nothing was too much for either of them.” — Caroline T.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

1.8 miles away

3.9
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My Mum got the send off we wanted for her. Thank you all.” — anthony l.

“From the first meeting with Eleanor, the arranger, to the service on the day of the funeral, all elements were handled with compassion and efficiency. The team on the day were professional, smart and caring.” — Ian D.

John Nodes Funeral Service logo

12. John Nodes Funeral Service

2.0 miles away

4.8
(52 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1695

“Nothing was too much trouble, Bernadette was very courteous, compassionate and very professional and we will be forever grateful for her help. My brother wanted to be totally involved with everything and all the team respected that.” — Maria S.

“They are thoughtful, kind, knowledgeable and takes the burden of the arrangements off your shoulders. You will not be disappointed if you entrust your beloved family in their more than capable hands.” — anne d.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

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    5

    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google
    5

    Katie was professional, kind and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. She took the time to listen carefully to my mum's needs and helped us set up a funeral plan that was r…

    Cherrybomb via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Maria and all the staff enough for their kindness, professionalism, and support during such a difficult time. From the very first meeting, Maria was compassionate, …

    Haylie Overy via Google
    5

    We sadly lost our dear mum recently and only a year after we lost my lovely sister, we were in complete shock. We entrusted Ballard and Shortall with the funeral arrangements for…

    Wendy Perretta via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from Anthony dealing with all aspects of the arrangements for my wife's funeral and cremation services followed by the interment of her ashes in the fam…

    Don Westerman via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google