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
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional and well organised, lots of help from Nikki and all the team. Made a difficult day much easier.” — Russell C.

“All the team bringing Mum to the crematorium were so helpful and polite. Made a difficult day much easier.” — Angela C.

Dillistone and Wraights logo

2. Dillistone and Wraights

6.5 miles away

4.7
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff helped myself and my sister in a sensitive personal way from the start. Mum had a very special goodbye — 20 years ago they arranged my father's funeral, and they were the reason we chose them again.” — Ann G.

“Natalie and team made the loss of our beloved Mother and Grandmother easier to manage at a sad time — truly understanding that everyone's loved one is uniquely important to them.” — Sydnee K.

Reynolds Funeral Service logo

3. Reynolds Funeral Service

6.5 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They looked after my husband Mark and provided great support to me and my family and made a very difficult time a bit easier. Nothing was too much trouble, and they ensured that everything ran smoothly.” — Carol M.

“We had exactly the same exceptional service when my mother passed in September. The dignity with which my parents' coffins were handled was exceptional. I can't recommend this company highly enough.” — Gerry O.

F A Holland and Son logo

4. F A Holland and Son

6.6 miles away

4.8
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“Amie has been absolutely amazing. She was so lovely and made a sad time easy to plan. The service provided has been made so simple even though I live more than 600 miles away, with Amie's amazing experience in planning.” — Zoe B.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Chichester logo

5. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Chichester

7.2 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation

“Rachel was absolutely amazing with all the arrangements for my mothers funeral. Extremely attentive, accommodating and always very quick to respond to any emails and queries. I don't live locally but will be visiting Rachel for her help to set-up plans for myself and husband.” — Melissa G.

“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
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service provided for my husband was exceptional. Very thoughtful and caring team making such a difficult time easier.” — Sonia D.

“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
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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“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.

“It was so comforting to know your loved one was being well looked after in their final journey. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Clare W.

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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    in the last week
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    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
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    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
    5

    Recently had to use for my FinL funeral. The service from first walking through the door to final email was faultless. Kate looked after us and him beautifully, navigated us throu…

    Bizzybeejo Green via Google
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    5

    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, accomodating…

    Shirley via Google
    5

    I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with ge…

    Katie via Google
    5

    From first contact with Carshalton branch Theresa to the ceremony lead by Anita. Everything was handled with dignity and great supportive care. Clear explanation and helpful sugge…

    Mike Cox via Google
    in the last week
    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
    5

    I would unreservedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors for their services. During the recent heartbreaking loss of our beloved mam, we were dealt with with the utmost respec…

    Linda Wind via Google
    5

    I cannot rate the service we received more highly. Cathy Houghton is a credit to the Co op, Rowner and her profession. She treated my brothers and I with kindness, empathy and mad…

    Michael Richardson via Google