Barking and Dagenham
If someone has died in the Barking and Dagenham area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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0.5 miles away
“They were very helpful and provided amazing care and service for my friend's service. Many thanks for your help and kindness.” — Joe
“Charlotte and Jack were very understanding and went the extra mile to ensure everything went to plan.” — Elaine H.
1.6 miles away
“B Wallis & Son were brilliant and made the hardest of days that much easier, thoughtful, courteous and reliable in every aspect, wouldn't hesitate to recommend.” — Toni K.
“We can't fault the care and compassion of your service with special thanks to Jade who was most kind and supportive.” — tony s.
1.6 miles away
Meet Graham, Jack, Joe +3
“Well established community funeral directors. Offer a great service with sympathy and care at a time of stress for the family.” — Gurdeep B.
“Very sympathetic and understanding. Good company that speaks through everything to help the service be the one you want.” — Dreamer
1.8 miles away
T. A. Newman & Sons are a caring, family-run funeral directors in Romford offering personalised and sensitive funeral services.
2.0 miles away
“Very professional, respectful and caring throughout the entire process, from planning to the actual funeral. A very comforting memory of a sad time.” — Brian A.
“The team provided our family with excellent attention to detail, with a real warmth. The service went smoothly and without a hitch. Vicky and David were of particular mention.” — Di A.
2.2 miles away
“Ken Buddell was very helpful, answered our questions and guided us. The pallbearers were dignified and respectful. I would certainly recommend Gildersons.” — Colin S.
“Ken was extremely helpful on the phone, explained the options and steps we would be going through fully. He found us a wonderful Celebrant in Roger who went out of his way to find some of the unusual music requested. We felt we had been looked after by a sympathetic and professional team, who conducted the proceedings with a great deal of decorum.” — Jo
2.9 miles away
“This is my 3rd funeral in 8 months and the co op have been very good helping me with my arrangements and have treated me with care and kindness and shown my family respect and i cant say anything bad” — Dionne F.
Read 7 reviews3.3 miles away
“It's so kind, caring and very helpful service. I would certainly recommend your company to others.” — Rima M.
“A big thanks to Mrs Kim Taylor for her extremely pleasing service and for her warmth and sincerity. I was very impressed with the funeral service provided for my brother.” — Rima M.
3.3 miles away
“The fact that her burial was to take place in Yorkshire was not a problem and everything was made simple for us.” — Pam M.
“They were compassionate and supportive throughout the process of arranging the funeral and on the day itself. The whole family really appreciated their professionalism and warmth. Thank you Co-op for making a difficult event easier to bear.” — Amanda Q.
3.3 miles away
Meet Catherine, Catherine, Graham +13
“Special mention to Marcus who made everything so simple and gave us such amazing support. From the first point of contact to the end of my Mum's funeral today, everyone at T.Cribbs has been truly professional and understanding.” — Susan C.
“Black folks are fussy, but let me tell you, we approve T Cribbs & Sons. T Cribbs & Sons come in, unfazed, same level of service, polite, working with the family, guiding and supporting. We have a big family, so we have dealt with them from London to Kent; the same level of consistency executed every time.” — Natalie F.
3.5 miles away
“You really are amazing people and I highly recommend you to anyone who will require your services in the future.” — Ian
“Extremely helpful and the boys on the day were very polite, respectful and professional. Thank you to all concerned.” — Linda L.
3.5 miles away
Co-op Funeralcare in Barkingside, Ilford offers compassionate burial and cremation services with the trust of a national Co-op network.
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