After a Death in Chichester District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Chichester District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Chichester 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 Chichester District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Roger Poat and Partners logo

1. Roger Poat and Partners

3.6 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lots of help from Nikki and all the team bringing Mum to the crematorium were so helpful and polite. Made a difficult day much easier.” — Russell C.

“Were excellent with the arrangements for our son. Best companion and service I've ever received.” — Roxanne C.

Dillistone and Wraights logo

2. Dillistone and Wraights

6.5 miles away

4.7
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Julie, James and Natalie were sensitive, kind and professional. Nothing was too much trouble. They helped us create the perfect farewell to our mum. I can't recommend them highly enough.” — Alex L.

“Natalie and team made the loss of our beloved Mother and Grandmother easier to manage at a sad time. We are a big family and her funeral was well attended — we had so many comments about what a beautiful service it was. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — Sydnee K.

Reynolds Funeral Service logo

3. Reynolds Funeral Service

6.5 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“There was laughter and tears and also an openness from Pat about his own losses. Reynolds made a horrible experience bearable.” — Matt L.

“They looked after my husband Mark and provided great support to me and my family and made a very difficult time a bit easier. They are highly professional with the family feel. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Carol W.

F A Holland and Son logo

4. F A Holland and Son

6.6 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We arrived for our appointment and was greeted by Ali and instantly put at ease by her welcoming and friendly voice. During the planning process although we had a funeral plan in place Ali made this so much easier to talk through and by the time we left we all felt relieved.” — Ali L.

“From first contact the manager was very kind and helpful. She made me feel at ease. She is a very good compassionate person who helped me on my way with a lovely smile.” — Paul N.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Chichester logo

5. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Chichester

7.2 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“I felt my son's remains were respected and taken good care of and I was kept informed. The staff were compassionate and took their time explaining the different options.” — Amy N.

“I couldn't fault these lovely people for all the care and respect they gave my parents. They were always available, for every question and query I had, and even just to talk. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Daisy M.

6. Dillistone and Wraights

8.4 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“People were very kind and the flowers were lovely.” — Erika S.

“Can't recommend Julie and the team highly enough. From the initial meeting to my dad arriving home safely. Thank you so much for your kindness and respect shown to mum too.” — Tina D.

Moore's Traditional Funeral Directors logo

7. Moore's Traditional Funeral Directors

9.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Huge thanks for the support and guidance from the team at Moore's, especially Angela.” — Jo B.

“My mum prearranged her funeral with Moore's and Sharon was incredibly helpful and kind with her. When she passed I met all the staff and they couldn't have been kinder. I could go and sit with mum when I wanted and they were always on hand for any questions I had.” — Kim B.

Michael Miller and Partners Ltd logo

8. Michael Miller and Partners Ltd

9.6 miles away

4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I'd like to thank everyone at Michael Miller's for their care and understanding to make my dad's send off everything and more for him and all of us who were just left to let the professionals do such a wonderful job. Thank you for caring and making a lot of people very happy.” — Nicholas H.

“From the moment you contact them they make everything fall into place. Nothing seems to be too much trouble for Sandra in the office who makes all the arrangements to Alan who takes care of everything and everybody at the service. We appreciate everything that you wonderful people have done for us at this stressful time.” — Amanda S.

Rowlands Funeral Services Ltd logo

9. Rowlands Funeral Services Ltd

9.6 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“I would like to thank the staff of Rowland's for the exceptional care and compassion displayed to the family, which provided much comfort to us all throughout a very difficult time.” — Angela H.

“They put us at ease and carefully guided us through options for respectfully farewelling my mother. It felt like an incredibly personal and bespoke service.” — Sarah K.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Bognor Regis logo

10. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Bognor Regis

9.8 miles away

3
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

“Nothing is too much trouble and everything you need to do is not only carefully communicated but they are also proactive in both the process and options.” — Julie G.

“A huge thank you to Emily who was amazing and so helpful. 5 stars from beginning to end - quite an exceptional service in the hardest of circumstances.” — Julie G.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Liss logo

11. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Liss

9.8 miles away

3
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“At a very sad and trying time they made the process that bit easier. I can't praise the service and compassionate support received on both occasions. There was no pushing for extras.” — Kim C.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google