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
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The best funeral directors I have encountered — we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accommodating, and Trudie is truly wonderful.” — Shirley

“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.

John Nodes Funeral Service logo

3. John Nodes Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Nina Wilson

Meet Nina

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

“When we went to visit her, she looked amazing, and the room was so beautiful with the candles and a nice warm scent. We truly appreciated the love and care you showed her. Grief is painful, but you made it a little easier for our family — we will never forget you.” — Tanya G.

4. Wembley Funeral Services

1.1 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have found this to be a first class family-run funeral provider. The service was professional and personal. The quote received was the lowest.” — Lilian Z.

“You have given us support and advice throughout. I have only praise for everything that you have done.” — Dijana P.

James Crook Ltd logo

5. James Crook Ltd

1.1 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“They were kind and empathetic and they provided a dignified service for my cousin.” — Eric B.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

3.4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Derrick was wonderful he helped us throughout made sure everything was sorted — flowers, itinerary, car etc. It was a lovely funeral.” — Marcia M.

7. Nubian Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

5
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you especially for accommodating his religious 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. We laid him to rest at a place of his choice.” — FELLY C.

“Beverley who handled all the details is so considerate, compassionate, kind and intentional. She made very difficult times so much easier to navigate.” — Fiona R.

James Crook Ltd logo

8. James Crook Ltd

1.3 miles away

4.7
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish was excellent, we couldn't have asked for more.” — Marion R.

“The staff were very friendly and supportive throughout the process and catered to all our requirements.” — Karen B.

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
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1695

“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.

“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 you and your team handling, preparing and transporting his body with care and respect.” — Andrea G.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

1.8 miles away

3.7
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very well organised and everything went as planned and to time. My Mum got the send off we wanted for her.” — 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
(53 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1695

“Bernadette put us at ease straight away. She was genuinely interested in hearing about our brother and did not rush us in making our choices, making a difficult day a bit easier for us.” — Kitty J.

“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

    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google
    5

    There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anth…

    Pauline Kelly via Google
    5

    Right from the start to end of communication parkgrove have been so compassionate and thoughtful , they went out their way to accomodate any help or information we needed at the…

    Lindy Ross via Google
    5

    We have used Chadwick’s for our family funerals for years and mum wanted us to use them for her funeral too. They are always so respectful, helpful and compassionate and this time…

    June Pryce via Google