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

Middlesbrough

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Middlesbrough 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 Middlesbrough

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Rose Funerals logo

1. Rose Funerals

1.1 miles away

4.9
(70 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
B Thomson D Tinkler Georgia Gracie

Meet B, D, Georgia +11

“Jess was fantastic with our family start to finish especially with funeral arrangements. Stephen really helped us throughout everything from appointments to visits to even taking dad on his final journey. We could not thank and recommend Roses enough.” — Josh S.

“They gave us individual support when we were emotional and needed an extra shoulder to lean on — a wonderful help for family members who needed to simply sit with our loved one. You could never know how you made us all feel and helped ease us through one of the most difficult times anyone could go through.” — Annette S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A shout out to Jeannie for all her help. From the time of passing everything was done respectfully — the church service to the burial and flowers were perfect.” — Lee B.

“Off the scale in terms of care and professionalism — everything we could have wanted was attended to. Totally faultless, kind and professional.” — Denise A.

3. Relph Funeral Service

1.4 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff were very compassionate and communication was very good. I would highly recommend.” — Wendy H.

“Relphs made a very emotional and challenging time a lot easier and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend their business, not only due to their caring and experienced customer service but also because their pricing was extremely reasonable.” — Jenny S.

4. Colin McGinley Independent Family Funeral Service

1.5 miles away

4.8
(53 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gary Savage was unbelievable — he took over and made everyone at ease throughout the whole process. The whole sad experience was made much easier to bear under his direction.” — G S.

“They went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect and treated my grandad with the utmost respect and dignity. We truly felt supported from start to finish.” — Cypress M.

5. Relph Funeral Directors

1.5 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent, professional service delivery in a caring and considerate manner.” — Tony F.

“Relph provided a first class service. They were very supportive at all times.” — Cliff V.

6. Marton Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Co-op Funeralcare were brilliant from beginning to end — could not fault them at all. Very compassionate and caring.” — Jill T.

“I felt they delivered a very personal service — the staff were very caring and respectful of our family wishes.” — Lorraine W.

Relph Funeral Directors logo

7. Relph Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

4.9
(41 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jaki sorted out everything. She was serious when needed and expected, and provided sympathy and humour when needed and appropriate. Thank you!!” — John W.

“The service provided by all the staff at Relphs was extremely professional, caring and compassionate. Thanks to all the support and guidance from Joe, Mam received the best send off we could have given her. Pauline was absolutely amazing and nothing was too much trouble for her or Darcy.” — Gillian R.

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8. Hilda House Funeral Service

1.7 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A great team that made the whole arrangement process and funeral so much easier. Highly recommend.” — Gavin B.

“Both Katy and Alison in the office dealt with all the paperwork and kept me informed from start to finish.” — machman05 m.

Hetherington Funeral Services logo

9. Hetherington Funeral Services

2.7 miles away

4.3
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Abi was amazing when Gary died from start to finish. Thank you, keep up your hard work.” — Simone F.

“Abbie and Matthew have been amazing all the way through to me and my family. Have been brilliant from start to finish. Looked after us all and gave my Mam a great send off. I can't thank them enough.” — AJ L.

Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd logo

10. Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd

3.1 miles away

5
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett Andrew Fawcett Andrew Fawcett

Meet Alistair, Alistair, Andrew +7

“A very difficult time was made more bearable by the friendly and professional staff. As a family we felt very supported.” — Janice S.

“A lovely family firm, who looked after my mam - she looked so beautiful. They were so good with me, my sisters and rest of our family.” — Karen E.

Thornaby Funeralcare logo

11. Thornaby Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

1.8
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Andrea, Michelle and Katie all went the extra mile to make sure that my late father-in-law was cared for very professionally. When we interned Bill's ashes Andrea said a few words which were very caring and personal which we really appreciated.” — Dawn G.

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12. Crake and Mallon Funeral Service

3.9 miles away

5
(55 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alison Crake Alison Crake

Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +6

“We cannot thank and recommend Crake and Mallon enough. They were so understanding, helpful and professional throughout our hard times. Every single person met his meticulous standards.” — Julian H.

“Brilliant from the start to finish. After the horrible time they made it so much easier to handle. My mam Georgene Oyston was so respected from you all.” — gareth c.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    a week ago
    5

    Always a lot to choose from and staff always lovely

    Pauline Forfar via Google
    5

    Very much appreciated the way in which Elaine and all at Haven, including the celebrant Robin Sanderson supported me and my family as we dealt with losing and saying goodbye to my…

    Mary Gallagher via Google
    5

    Debbie was so welcoming, kind and accomodating on my first visit after my husband died. My mum came with me, and we talked though options and drank tea. I couldn't have asked for …

    Sam Hobbs via Google
    5

    Generally couldn't thank abbotsfield anymore for their service. Very professional. Highly recommend even 10 years on. Jacqui, what a great asset you are to their team. Thank you f…

    Sarah Weaver via Google
    5

    Honestly, my experience with Putnams and the team was amazing. Especially Cass and Shane, who were my absolute rocks. They took the stress out of a very stressful time and were th…

    Nicky Xenofontos via Google
    5

    Jess at gillmans was extremely helpful,kind and considerate at a very difficult time formyself and my family,Chris the celebrant was very kind and considerate and made a hard day …

    Lesley Vine via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Tracey, and Lyms enough. The level of care and support was amazing, the service was perfect. I would give 10 stars if I could. Kirby and her team were flawless. Mar…

    Amanda Walker via Google
    5

    Karen was amazing from start to finish. She put us completely at ease during such a difficult time and supported us every step of the way. The funeral for my mum was absolutely am…

    Louise Forrester via Google
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    5

    The team at co-op funeralcare Andrew Holmes have been amazing from the moment I walked in the door. My father had pre-paid for his funeral and I can't tell you enough how amazing …

    Claire Wiseman via Google
    5

    My eternal gratitude to Southern Co-Op Funeralcare on the Isle of Wight for their compassion, support, understanding and exemplary professionalism throughout the planning and cond…

    Ian Hollingsworth via Google