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Cannock Chase District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Cannock Chase 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 Cannock Chase District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

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1. George Stacey

0.9 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bob, Christine and Robert Bob, Christine and Robert Christine Poole Christine Poole

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“Christine was so kind and considerate throughout, she organised everything perfectly and really took the pressure off us during such a difficult time. Every detail was taken care of, and the whole service ran so smoothly.” — Barbara R.

“Christine and her staff helped us through a very difficult time following the death of our son. They were both caring and professional and we are extremely grateful for their support and guidance throughout the whole process.” — Caron T.

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2. Halliwell Funeral Service

1.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional couldn't of asked for a better service” — JM D.

“Halliwell funeral service at heath Hayes were overwhelmingly respectful, professional and nothing was too much trouble. I would like to say thankyou for looking after my mom” — Tracey H.

3. Maguire

1.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Central England Co-operative logo

4. Central England Co-operative

2.1 miles away

3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you all for making a heartbreaking time into a wonderful service to remember with fondness. People are still phoning me up to say what a wonderful service it was.” — Annette J.

“No matter how many times I changed or added things, it was instilled in me that it was not a problem and that things needed to feel right for the service.” — Annette J.

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5. Halliwell Funeral Service

3.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Outstanding service from Haliwells funeral directors. Special thanks to Dave who led my dad's service and Louise Goode who was our celebrant who did an amazing job.” — Amanda C.

“Kath was simply amazing and helped me so very very much after losing my father. Their attention to detail was also greatly appreciated and I will always be eternally grateful.” — Amanda C.

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6. John Short and Son Limited

3.3 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Dave Kelley Kay Cresswell Kay Cresswell

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“As a family we felt that my dad was in such good hands and well looked after. Every part of the organisation to the service was dealt with so well, nothing was too much trouble. We have before and would only use John Shorts for our funeral services.” — Lucy H.

“Rebecca was very professional and caring and helped us navigate the things we needed to do. Nothing has been too much trouble. We are happy that mum has been looked after to the highest standards and respect. We were delighted with mums service and thank you for all the attention you gave to getting things just right for us.” — Helen A.

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7. Middleton and Wood of Burntwood

3.9 miles away

5
(91 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2450 Cremation from £1500

“Thanks Sian. Mom would have loved that send off. You can tell Sian has your best interests at heart, will look after you in the build up, and her team will have your back on the day.” — Brad S.

“The gentlemen who came to collect mom from home in the early hours of the morning were compassionate, but also emanated a quiet confidence which made the tough time just that tiny bit more bearable as it had a calmness to it.” — Katie P.

Central England Co-operative logo

8. Central England Co-operative

4.2 miles away

4.8
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very considerate and helpful, staff have gone above and beyond to accommodate the wife's family.” — J K.

“I would like to say a Big thanks to the Staff for my Husbands Funeral. They were Brilliant.” — Susan P.

Central England Co-operative logo

9. Central England Co-operative

4.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Central England Co-operative Funeral Directors in Brownhills, Walsall, offering compassionate and professional funeral services.

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10. Halliwell Funeral Service

5.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jan dealt with the paperwork in a very sincere & empathetic way & she made a difficult time so much easier each time we visited.” — Maureen

“Dave Thomas is such a caring man. He couldn't have treated our parents any better if they had been his parents. He was very respectful, empathetic & caring of us all. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Maureen

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11. Central England Co-operative

5.6 miles away

4.3
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Minimal store and you'll need a membership card for price savings, has post office with parcel drop off and cash point.” — Tony D.

“Fantastic, refreshed Co Op, good range throughout and good prices, all the staff are very pleasant and friendly” — Simon O.

12. Peterson Funeral Directors

5.9 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The dignity and respect that was put into making my husband look so peaceful when I visited him in their chapel of rest was second to none. They are definitely a family that care for your family.” — Helen W.

“At what was a difficult time, I cannot thank Michael and his staff enough. From the first moment I made contact, their compassion, professionalism and attention to detail brought great comfort to me. Michael went above and beyond to make sure that what I wanted was exactly what I got, even down to him suggesting that we could walk through Brownhills High Street in front of the horse and carriage.” — Helen W.

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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