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

Buckinghamshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Buckinghamshire 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 Buckinghamshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. J Brown Funeral Services Ltd

1.9 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They guided us through the process with calmness, yet were very thorough and because of that everything went really well, enabling us to give my brother in law the send off that he richly deserved.” — Julie B.

“I could not have wished for a better send off for my wife. Ana guided and supported my daughter and I with great sensitivity through all the funeral arrangements.” — Nick J.

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2. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Wendover

2.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £0

“We couldn't have been happier with how one of the hardest times in our lives was dealt with. The service was beautiful, from beginning to end, and we felt happy with how everyone supported us.” — Denise R.

“I had no hesitation in going back to The Coop Funeral Services in Wendover as they did my Mum proud previously. She enabled me to chat about what I wanted for my Dad's funeral and supported my wishes with advice as needed.” — Jayne G.

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3. Heritage & Sons Funeral Directors

2.2 miles away

5
(59 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“They guided us through every step with such compassion, patience, and professionalism, and made what was such an unbearably hard time feel that little bit easier to carry. It was exactly the send off we had hoped for Mum, and more. They truly went above and beyond for us.” — Joely H.

“Jan in the office cared for both Mum and us as if we were family. Phil and his assistant Funeral Directors made the actual funeral flawless and were a quiet, calm presence in the background.” — Carol H.

4. K Y Green

2.7 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

5. Wright Funeral Services Ltd

4.6 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Your support was much appreciated in arranging the interment of our mother's ashes.” — Carol A.

“John from Wrights was friendly, professional and very caring. In what was a very sad time, he helped organise my dad's funeral with recommendations and suggestions. Wrights made what was a very challenging time a breeze.” — Toni-Jane W.

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6. Mears Family Funerals

4.9 miles away

4.8
(40 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“Carrie was great — never pushy and super supportive every step of the way. There was no question too big or small!” — Kirsty F.

“We felt relieved and very comfortable to have Dad looked after by this team. The support, information, help and guidance were extremely comforting during such a difficult time.” — Jo J.

7. K Y Green

5.0 miles away

4.9
(113 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I was not treated like a 'budget' customer in any way. All staff were compassionate and professional and I felt at ease phoning back with questions which were answered so sensitively. You all truly helped me.” — Denise G.

“At the chapel of rest, the staff were also amazing and prepared our mum with dignity and care so we could have a really peaceful final visit and farewell.” — Claire G.

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8. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Aylesbury

5.0 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Wonderful staff. Would recommend highly.” — Vivenne S.

“Very helpful and personable staff.” — Mary H.

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9. Heritage & Sons Funeral Directors

5.0 miles away

5
(133 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Ben Blunt M Surman

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“We quickly knew our Mum was in safe hands in their wonderful care. They gently walked us through every step, keeping us informed and handled all our requests with care and compassion.” — Mary F.

“Mum was taken wonderful care of from organising the funeral to coming to see mum in the chapel. You were so wonderfully kind with a lovely personal touch. The day of mum's funeral was wonderful from start to finish.” — Beverley S.

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10. Legacy Funeral Services Ltd

5.1 miles away

5
(98 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1860 Cremation from £990

“We walked into the office with a very heavy heart but came out smiling and reassured knowing our mum was being looked after. The five star rating is not high enough as far as we are concerned.” — Jeff R.

“James went to the extra mile for us — his professionalism, guidance and compassion were unbelievable. We cannot express enough our sincere appreciation for all the trouble he went to, including personally delivering our son's ashes to our niece many miles away. James and Legacy deserve all the recognition they can get for their outstanding Gold Star service.” — Peter W.

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11. Heritage & Sons Funeral Directors

5.5 miles away

5
(76 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Ben Blunt Ben Blunt L Surman L Surman

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“Thanks to Sue, the whole process of arranging Mum's funeral from start to finish was made very easy and clear, at a time when you really need that! I had no worries and total confidence that all would go well.” — Tony W.

“Nothing ever felt like too much trouble — they truly couldn't do enough for us. Their professionalism combined with genuine kindness made an incredibly hard experience so much easier, and we are deeply grateful.” — A B.

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12. S A Bates

6.1 miles away

4.8
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You guided us through the whole process with sympathy and great understanding when helping us organise both my mum and dad's funerals.” — Dan W.

“With their compassionate care, we felt that our loved one was in good hands and we knew that she was treated with dignity and respect, which made everything a lot easier for us.” — Sandra D.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google