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

City of Portsmouth

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the City of Portsmouth 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 Portsmouth

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

The Co-operative Funeralcare - North End logo

1. The Co-operative Funeralcare - North End

0.3 miles away

1
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

Located in a parade of shops on London Road, situated midway between Laburnum Grove and Chichester Road.

Simply Funerals logo

2. Simply Funerals

0.4 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1250

“A warm, personable, reassuring and wholly empathetic reception from initial point of contact through to conclusion — cannot be faulted. Most highly recommended.” — Roger C.

“Jean provided efficient and compassionate service to arrange my late mum's cremation. It was very useful to access their 24-hour helpline which enabled immediate liaison with the hospice on a Sunday morning when my mum passed.” — Luk H.

The Searson Family Funeral Service logo

3. The Searson Family Funeral Service

0.4 miles away

4.9
(40 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2345 Cremation from £1495

“Abby was amazing with her help at our difficult time from planning to the day. Andy with the service is amazing — he makes it more of a celebration than mourning. I would like to thank you all.” — Becky D.

“They have such a personal touch and make you feel like nothing is a problem. They assisted with both my mum and dad's funerals and everything went very smooth. I would highly recommend them to anyone.” — Jayne M.

A G Stapleford and Sons logo

4. A G Stapleford and Sons

0.5 miles away

4.8
(36 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“An amazing team who provide a beautiful balance between dignity, warmth and calm. An excellent experience during difficult times.” — Alan P.

“Chris contacted me the afternoon before to double check that they had all of the right information so that the service could go without a hitch. At the service itself he was highly respectful and made us feel at ease with what to expect.” — Wendy P.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Copnor logo

5. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Copnor

0.9 miles away

4.8
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

“Kellie is the most wonderful, sincere, genuinely interested solely in your needs and wants for the funeral of your loved one. She is making me relax in one of the most traumatic upsetting times of my life.” — Kathleen B.

“The day of his funeral couldn't have been more perfect and stress free. At a time of great sorrow they made it so much easier to bear. Thank you for looking after my husband on his last journey.” — Sue C.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Fratton logo

6. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Fratton

1.2 miles away

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

“They made a hard time much easier. Very approachable staff.” — Will D.

“Supportive throughout the entire process. All professional and so respectful not just to our family but also to Mo/dad.” — Michelle S.

Southern Co-op (ELS) logo

7. Southern Co-op (ELS)

1.6 miles away

3.7
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3120 Cremation from £1240

“Very good plus good staff service they always try to help you and give advice if you need it un a way you can understand if you have any issue to light” — Barry M.

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The Co-operative Funeralcare - Cosham logo

8. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Cosham

1.9 miles away

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

“Very professional and understanding.” — keith p.

“I didn't know what to expect but I was pleasantly surprised how easy, calm and patient they were with us, specially when making decisions regarding the funeral, giving us plenty of time and options.” — Gary G.

The Searson Family Funeral Service logo

9. The Searson Family Funeral Service

1.9 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2345 Cremation from £1495

“The kindness and compassion went a long way to help me through what was a very stressful time. Debi went the extra mile to sort a few things for us at short notice.” — Ann F.

“We were able to visit him in the Chapel of rest as much as we needed and were trusted with the front door key to let ourselves in whenever we needed. Andy spent a long time listening to us talking about our uncle.” — Steve R.

The Co-operative Funeralcare - Eastney logo

10. The Co-operative Funeralcare - Eastney

2.1 miles away

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

“Dean was so helpful, compassionate, the most professional I've ever met. Made me feel at ease, no time limits, felt very welcomed and comfortable. The reflection room was so calming, pristine, with such beautiful canvases on the walls.” — Helen I.

“Staff had the perfect balance between respect, care and professionalism. I felt very supported by the staff at Eastney. The atmosphere in the funeral parlour is calm and inviting.” — philippa p.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

2.3 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very caring professional service” — Sara H.

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Churcher and Tribbeck logo

12. Churcher and Tribbeck

2.9 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2085 Cremation from £1018

“You made the whole process that much easier at this difficult time. Outstanding service, wonderful, caring team.” — Andrew H.

“Jacqui answered all my questions and queries without delay. They made sure everything ran smoothly on the day — even in the case of a funeral with well over 200 people.” — Vivien C.

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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…

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    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…

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    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…

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    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 …

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    5

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    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