After a Death in Arun District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Arun District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Arun District 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 Arun District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

F A Holland and Son logo

1. F A Holland and Son

2.1 miles away

4.9
(37 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first meeting with Aaron we knew we were in safe hands — he kept us informed every step of the way and his recommendations were perfect.” — Jacqueline G.

“Phoebe was very caring, compassionate and very helpful with our needs and our wishes for Mum's funeral care. She is a very good listener.” — John B.

Dillistones Funeral Service logo

2. Dillistones Funeral Service

2.2 miles away

4.8
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were all so professional and showed care and compassion from the first phone call to the day of the funeral. The service was very high standard and we would just like to thank everybody who had involvement.” — Y B.

“Nothing was too much trouble, even down to me changing a song on the day of the funeral. I can't praise them all enough.” — Debbie G.

3. Dillistone and Wraights

2.5 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble, made to feel very comfortable. Price was fantastic.” — Barbara W.

“Staff were friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble.” — Alison C.

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4. Reynolds Funeral Service

2.5 miles away

4.8
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a time when I was lost and stressed you made everything much easier. Calling up John and his team was so reassuring and made me feel so much at ease. I thank you from the bottom of my heart.” — Kate H.

“We found Dean most compassionate and caring in every aspect. As a large family, he included us all. This was a funeral that will be remembered and will echo through history.” — Rosa

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Felpham logo

5. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Felpham

3.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“From the Co-op's expertise, empathy and Celebrant - everything was professional and put us at ease in tricky times.” — david c.

“From the Co-op's expertise, empathy and Celebrant - everything was professional and put us at ease in tricky times.” — david c.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

4.8
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Kirsty was just what we needed in our hour of need, she was lovely, patient, conscientious and kind. We were able to plan the funeral very easily with Kirsty's guidance.” — Tom C.

“Kirsty, Ruth and Louis were so respectful, gentle and sensitive. They facilitated our wishes for the day by going above and beyond and helping us to add personal touches. An excellent service by a team you can trust.” — Hannah W.

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7. Reynolds Funeral Service

5.0 miles away

5
(92 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“Having never arranged a funeral before my sister and I had ideas of what we definitely didn't want but not what we did want. Matt was patient and knowledgeable when taking through our options. Nothing was too much trouble. On the day the whole Reynolds team were professional and respectful.” — Ruth S.

“Matt and his team were professional, kind, respectful and also added appropriate humour… the chapel of rest, with lit candles was peaceful and welcoming, warm and cosy and Matt and staff did all we asked. I couldn't have asked for more.” — Tor W.

Dillistone and Wraights logo

8. Dillistone and Wraights

5.0 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They are both knowledgeable and supportive. The team at Dillistones really care about families.” — Fiona M.

“Tanya was very professional, and a very caring person. We used D&W for both our parents. Everything went to plan. And you can't say better than that.” — Kirsten W.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Bognor Regis logo

9. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Bognor Regis

5.1 miles away

3
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

“Nothing is too much trouble and everything you need to do is not only carefully communicated but they are also proactive in both the process and options.” — Julie G.

“5 stars from beginning to end - quite an exceptional service in the hardest of circumstances. A huge thank you to Emily who was amazing and so helpful.” — Julie G.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Rose Green logo

10. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Rose Green

6.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

“The whole service from beginning to end was lovely and respectful to my mother's wishes.” — Roger H.

“Alison was incredibly kind and helped us navigate through such a difficult time. She was helpful in guiding us and very caring making us feel at ease.” — Jessica F.

11. Dillistone of Goring

7.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Dillistones delivered an outstanding service to us as a family, making what is always an emotional and distressing time easier to handle.” — Mark P.

“Empathy and enthusiasm — hard to get through when someone close to you passes away, however Dillistone funeral directors helped me make the whole process smooth. Everything happened as agreed, no hidden extra cost. Special thanks to Katie, thank you all for your sympathy and professionalism.” — Gyula Z.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

7.2 miles away

4.6
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring and compassionate when dealing with my father's direct cremation. The lady I dealt with mainly adjusted how she handled her interactions with me... I was kept updated on certain steps as I requested either via email or phone.” — Billy-joe W.

“Every aspect of my uncle's funeral was handled with real care and sensitivity. The day itself was just as my uncle would have wanted.” — Kevin L.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google