After a Death in City of Derby | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

City of Derby

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the City of Derby 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 City of Derby

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

1. The Co-operative Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Helpful, thoughtful, dignified without being creepy” — David G.

“Such lovely friendly people who make time for you and have an understanding. Everything is dealt with in a respectful manner” — T B.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Derby logo

2. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Derby

1.0 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Frank Don Greg Martin Kevin Hall Mick Schofield

Meet Frank, Greg, Kevin +3

“Greg at the Derby Office was brilliant, putting us at ease immediately and really understanding what we wanted to achieve for our Dad's final send off, even suggesting a wonderfully irreverent song as we left the Crematorium - Dad would've loved it!” — Nicola S.

“Greg was very professional, compassionate, supportive, attentive and informative and helped us to arrange for Mum to have the most wonderful and loving final journey. It was very comforting to know that Mum was looked after by such a caring company.” — Maureen G.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

3. The Co-operative Funeralcare

1.4 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It was done in a professional way all the way from the hearse to laying the flowers. Cannot fault the service one bit.” — Melvyn G.

“Can't thank everyone enough for making my mums funeral go so well. Everything went so smoothly on the day and everyone was very kind on what was a difficult day.” — Sandra C.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

4. The Co-operative Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were so attentive, supportive, sensitive to our needs and went above and beyond to make the final journey one to be proud of. Can't thank you all enough for everything you did for our family.” — Trish T.

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5. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.1 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Really lovely, kind, considerate people there. They did all they possibly could to make things as good as could be.” — Jacqueline M.

“Michelle was amazing. Excellent service, very caring — everything we asked for they did.” — Denise W.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

6. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.5 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic service from start to finish.” — Karen L.

“Very nice, very kind, very thoughtful and very efficient. All our needs taking care of, wonderful service.” — Nicola C.

4
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great service. Nothing is too much trouble. Went above and beyond to ensure everything was as normal as possible.” — Christophe A.

“Their customer service during a very difficult time was amazing. Particular thanks goes to Fiona, who was exceptionally helpful, kind and compassionate.” — Dorothy W.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

8. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.7 miles away

4.8
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They helped us enormously as we were not in the best frame of mind, every detail played out like clockwork and we could feel our stress lifting away as the funeral was perfect.” — Bev R.

“Unfortunately in the last 4 months we have needed their service twice, once for our son and for my dad. Kate Spencer and the team went above and beyond both times. They were compassionate, caring and dedicated. Professional with a personal touch.” — Stu T.

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9. George Simnett Family Funeral Directors

2.8 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bethany Strickland Bethany Strickland Clive Hinkley Clive Hinkley

Meet Bethany, Bethany, Bethany +54

“Your professionalism, care and attention to detail made what was a difficult day so much easier. Thank you so much for helping us to organise what turned out to be a lovely and fitting tribute to our beloved Dad.” — Tony R.

“From the moment they collected mum from her home to the funeral, nothing was too much trouble. What a beautiful send off my mum had.” — Michelle B.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Spondon logo

10. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Spondon

2.8 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Fiona Hall

Meet Fiona

“Fiona recognised me from 3 years ago when we arranged my dad's funeral, which I thought was lovely, a real nice touch. I wouldn't wish to do this journey with anyone else.” — Susan B.

“Fiona is more like a friend to us and the family, and she can cheer you up when you are feeling a bit down some days. Fiona is a great asset to the company and she will always be our go to lady to look after us all.” — Malcolm L.

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11. George Simnett Family Funeral Directors

3.0 miles away

5
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bethany Strickland Bethany Strickland Bethany Strickland Clive Hinkley

Meet Bethany, Bethany, Bethany +40

“Your attention to detail is amazing, Mums funeral was a wonderful day for a wonderful woman.” — Julie C.

“From the moment my dad went in to their care to the day of his funeral service, they were second to none - so professional yet caring and approachable.” — Janet H.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

12. The Co-operative Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You made a difficult time a little bit easier. Amazing customer service, took a personal interest in the feelings of the family.” — Lisa h.

“Annette is over and above with the service she gives. Sorry to say we have met her three times but each time she was a help at a bad time.” — barry p.

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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