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

City of Southampton

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the City of Southampton 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 Southampton

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

0.6 miles away

4.5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Tracey the funeral director was amazing, professional and caring.” — Joe C.

“Tracey coordinated my dad's funeral and was helpful, responsive and supportive throughout. The day ran very smoothly and the team were professional and empathetic.” — Melissa F.

J Lawrence and Sons (Undertakers) Ltd logo

2. J Lawrence and Sons (Undertakers) Ltd

0.6 miles away

4.7
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1500 Cremation from £1095

“Everything from our first meeting through to the day itself went smoothly and communications were excellent. Thank you especially to Alfie for organising mum's funeral and giving her a great send off.” — Ian C.

“From the very first meeting until today's funeral you and your team have been exemplary and everything we hoped for from a well established family business. We would have no hesitation in recommending your lovely team of compassionate professionals.” — Clive B.

3. Forbes

0.9 miles away

4.8
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Families consistently describe the team as kind, supportive, and attentive throughout the planning process, helping to ease the emotional and practical burdens that come with losing a loved one.” — Learning A.

“Going the extra mile with helping with flowers on such short notice. Showing a lot of love and care — we can't thank her enough for her professional support.” — Mohammed A.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Helpful service with amazing sympathetic and supportive staff.” — Paula P.

“The team were very welcoming and thoughtful in how they conducted the service, ensuring Dad had the send off he deserved.” — Clare M.

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5. B Matthews Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

5
(30 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1710
Gill Lisa Benton Samantha Appleton

Meet Gill, Lisa, Samantha

“After that very sad day Sarah called a little while afterwards to express her condolences and ask if there were any other matters she could attend to.” — Alan R.

“Despite the difficulties of coronavirus lockdown, Sarah showed us kindness and understanding whilst remaining professional at all times. The care and dignity of the funeral itself, under the thoughtful organisation of Charlie, was much appreciated.” — Dee S.

A H Rogers and Sons Funeral Directors logo

6. A H Rogers and Sons Funeral Directors

1.3 miles away

4.8
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1710

“Jan at the West End branch was very kind and caring and made the whole process so easy. Nothing was too much trouble for her. Mother chose Rogers and we are so pleased she did. Wonderful service.” — Brian M.

“Jan at AH Rogers responded to our various queries and requests with empathy and professional courtesy, giving great confidence and comfort to our family during a difficult time. A first class result with everything coming together smoothly on the day.” — Dave C.

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7. J Beavis Funeral Directors

1.5 miles away

4.8
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Darren and his team were true professionals, they treated Dad with so much care and respect.” — Barb B.

“The team have checked in afterwards as well to make sure everything went smoothly on the day and to check in on our well-being. I cannot recommend the team highly enough.” — Robert O.

8. Beestons Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The whole service end to end was handled with respect, support and kindness.” — Sue B.

“You did everything so professionally and caringly, a lovely combination.” — Amanda E.

A H Rogers and Sons Funeral Directors logo

9. A H Rogers and Sons Funeral Directors

1.8 miles away

5
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1710

“My family and myself experienced absolute professionalism and greatest empathy from Sarah Kester in our darkest times of the very sudden passing of our beloved Mum. We cannot express how deeply grateful we feel and how much I totally recommend Sarah in every aspect.” — Rachael H.

“Perfect personal touches such as wearing purple accents as a tribute for my Dad whose favourite colour was purple. Sarah helped make the traumatic experience of arranging a funeral so much easier to bear. My Mum was so impressed that she has insisted we use your services for her funeral in the future.” — Chezzie J.

10. R C Payne and Son

1.9 miles away

4.8
(38 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic, kind team and special thanks to Mandy who helped organise such a lovely send off for our dear Mum under quite difficult circumstances.” — Julian K.

“Kayla took all the stress out of organising my father's funeral. Very professional, compassionate and trustworthy. She was lovely, nothing was too much trouble. On the day, Matt led the procession and again showed true dignity and professionalism.” — Karen F.

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11. B Matthews Funeral Directors

2.2 miles away

5
(89 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1710
Gill Gill Lisa Benton Lisa Benton

Meet Gill, Gill, Lisa +3

“Everyone we spoke to was kind and understanding, they really listened and understood our vision perfectly. Friendly and compassionate service at a difficult time.” — Stafford H.

“Gill combined the traditional with the modern to great effect and produced an order of service programme with photos and a video with musical backing of my mother's favourite tunes which were complemented on by all who attended.” — Phil T.

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12. Mears Family Funerals

2.4 miles away

4.7
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2365 Cremation from £2365

“He was very helpful and did a great job repatriating my dad to his ancestral home in Enugu, Nigeria. I've also shared a video of my dad on his return to his homeland.” — Eb A.

“Steve and his team were very respectful and highly professional looking after our family. They made the process straightforward, taking the stress away from us. Communication was excellent even up to the day of the funeral.” — Gary L.

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    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…

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    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

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    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

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    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

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    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
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    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

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