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

Bexley

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Bexley 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 Bexley

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

P L Mulligan Funeral Directors logo

1. P L Mulligan Funeral Directors

0.1 miles away

4.9
(41 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing is ever too much trouble and we were made to feel very special. From when you first took her into your care, you made her look beautiful - the most amazing and top quality care and attention. Her funeral was the best I have been to in a very long time.” — melanie H.

“Such great detail in all the little touches including leaving the rose on the door and giving my nanny a rose to place on top of the coffin. My grandad looked so handsome. You looked after us every step of the way with such care. If it wasn't for you all, that day would not have been the same.” — Ellie S.

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2. Francis Chappell and Sons

0.1 miles away

4.8
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The day before our mum's funeral, the funeral director rang me to go through the service and how the day would pan out. It was impeccable and I wouldn't have the slightest hesitation in recommending them.” — Luigi L.

“We had a slight delay due to the snow and were kept informed and comfortable all the way through. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Francis Chappell and Sons to those looking for a great, respectful funeral service.” — Susan L.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

0.2 miles away

4.5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Arrangements dealt with respectfully and with empathy and understanding. Very helpful staff.” — Jayne M.

“Bexleyheath Funeralcare were very empathetic, understanding and very supportive at a very difficult time.” — Gill I.

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4. W Uden & Sons Ltd

0.3 miles away

5
(236 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I lost my dad recently and, for the first time, had to arrange a funeral myself. Udens Bexleyheath exceeded all expectations, and I will be forever grateful for the dignity, kindness, and professionalism they showed my family and my dad.” — Jenny B.

“I'm sure during the service and the interment we couldn't have been any slower, but they still gave us all the time that we needed. Not a single word was uttered to us to hurry. It was very sorrowful and difficult times for us and they stood with us to the very end.” — Emmanuel P.

5. Nash Funerals

1.1 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sandy was very kind and thoughtful when dealing with us and taking us through the process of arranging a funeral. I would highly recommend Nash Funeral Directors.” — Martinette T.

“It was such a relief that we had professional people making the funeral plans much easier at this difficult time.” — Steve P.

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6. Bexley Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

5
(55 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1710
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“Jenny's professional but kind manner is not lost on us. Nothing was too much trouble from the very beginning all the way through to the end. Thank you so much for helping us through this difficult time.” — Robert B.

“Jackie Barlow was friendly, sympathetic, helpful, understanding, efficient and thoroughly professional. She showed supreme patience throughout to our myriad of questions and requests but nothing was too much trouble and she handled them all with tact and a smile on her face.” — Richard S.

P L Mulligan Funeral Directors logo

7. P L Mulligan Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

4.7
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Her knowledge and her professionalism was exceptional — they even managed to arrange a professional recording of the service for friends and family that were unable to attend. I would highly recommend PL Mulligan Funeral Directors to anyone.” — Alan G.

“Nothing was too much trouble and you were all very kind and sympathetic to our needs, and although a very sad day, it was also a lovely day to remember.” — P F.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very helpful and everything was first class.” — Derek B.

“Very caring, compassionate and understanding. They made it easier to deal with.” — Chris B.

P L Mulligan Funeral Directors logo

9. P L Mulligan Funeral Directors

1.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Above and beyond — you couldn't ask for a more professional or better start from the beginning to the unfortunate finish. I thank you for all that you have done for me and my family.” — Vernon E.

“Mulligans impressed us when they came to collect Mum's body on the night she died and then during the actual service they were brilliant. Respectful, caring and totally professional. A number of those in attendance said that they had been impressed with how respectful and well it had gone.” — Angie P.

P L Mulligan Funeral Directors logo

10. P L Mulligan Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Suzanne and Steve were absolutely fantastic with me and made things so much easier — they were there for any questions and I won't forget how helpful they were.” — Isabella M.

“There was sadness, tears and laughter in the chapel. We as a family would highly recommend PL Mulligan for their Funeral Services.” — Jed

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

4.9
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their kindness and compassion shown towards our family meant so much at a very difficult time.” — Elizabeth H.

“He was so professional and down to earth, really made us feel like we mattered and that mum's funeral was the most important time.” — Dean G.

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12. Ashdown Funeral Services

1.6 miles away

5
(59 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1705

“Kelly was a shining light in a very difficult time, she was so supportive, informative and professional, everything was perfect for our goodbye to dad. Donna the undertaker on the day and her staff were just amazing, and got us through the experience so smoothly.” — T W.

“Kelly was a calm presence determined to give my mum the send off that she deserved. I can't thank Kelly and her team enough for the care that they all showed my mum and my family.” — Kim F.

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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