City of Stoke-on-Trent
If someone has died in the City of Stoke-on-Trent area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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0.5 miles away
“Our family would like to express our sincere gratitude to the team for caring for our mum and nana in her final chapter. Thank you for being so respectful, and giving our beautiful mum and nana the dignified goodbye she deserved.” — Georgina F.
“Everyone at Williamson Brothers was truly lovely and handled everything with such professionalism and empathy. They gave my dad a beautiful and simple C of E send-off. It was exactly what I wanted for him and I couldn't have asked for more.” — Dave
1.4 miles away
“My dad was well looked after here. Yvonne is a lovely person and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her service.” — Lisa B.
“They showed great compassion and dignity at such a devastating time in our lives, and she had a truly wonderful send off.” — Gerald&Josie W.
1.4 miles away
“They never rushed us once for any decisions we had to make as a family, they are all truly amazing. No hidden costs. I would not hesitate in recommending these lovely people for your future needs. Thank you again from all our family for giving my brother the send-off he deserved.” — JACKIE W.
“The cars arrived promptly and they even took time to drive to the care home so that the staff that looked after Mum could come out and pay their respects. Nothing was too much trouble and we were treated with kindness and patience at all times.” — Moira B.
1.7 miles away
“David and Tracy really did go above and beyond to help us with the process and took so much of the pressure off — they really are such special people and I'm so grateful to them for the lovely send off my dad had.” — Laura J.
“They helped us through our most traumatic time without the push for expensive things, but still an amazing classy send off within our budget that spoke volumes of who my husband was. They still carry on being there to listen and help months later.” — Tracy F.
1.7 miles away
“Staff very friendly, helpful and patient and understanding.” — brian t.
“I really can't thank Morgan enough for her support on choosing a headstone. She listened and advised, she is so professional and compassionate. They have truly gone above and beyond.” — Rosemary D.
2.0 miles away
“They ensured that everything ran like clockwork. They also arranged a lovely wake at their premises and everyone that attended was impressed by their professional, considerate and compassionate manner.” — Carl D.
“In a heartbreaking time you made things easier as we knew you had everything in hand. My dad always wanted your company to look after him and I can see why.” — Sharon W.
2.3 miles away
“Jane looked after me so well and guided me through an incredibly difficult time with such kindness and support. I would not hesitate in recommending Co-op Funeralcare Wolstanton to anyone.” — Christine W.
“She was compassionate, professional, and guided us through everything with such care. Her communication and support made a very difficult time feel much lighter.” — Silvia C.
2.7 miles away
“They made a difficult time for us all easier. The care and service provided by everyone there was outstanding. I can't thank them enough for delivering such a great end to end experience for our family.” — Sharon T.
“With a very special mention to Mel, for making the service a perfect send off for my sister.” — Paul S.
2.8 miles away
“I would like to mention a special thank you to Yvonne who is a wonderful lady. The staff are very professional and caring and we couldn't have asked for a better service.” — Jan C.
“It's a weight off your mind to know your loved one is in such good hands. The whole team were supportive and friendly and the send off my mum was given was amazing.” — Sarah M.
2.8 miles away
“After the heartbreaking passing of my mum I could hardly think, let alone communicate effectively. But every little comment I made about my mum was picked up. I would very highly recommend. An absolutely top class service.... only the best for my mum.” — Deby C.
“Andy and the team were wonderful throughout what was a very stressful and emotional time after the passing of my mum. Nothing was too much trouble with all our wishes catered for to give mum a send off that she would truly have been proud of.” — Andy S.
2.9 miles away
“He obtained from us so much information about Mum that people thought he was a family friend. The whole team made the few days feel well organised and respectful — we are so grateful for their support and understanding.” — Shirley H.
“Christine has been an absolute gem. They are welcoming and caring, helped us in our hour of need. Nothing was too much trouble — a very professional service with a warming attitude to our needs.” — Stuart G.
2.9 miles away
“my family were broken, they were so so sincere with everything. The service could not have been any more perfect for my brother. Every single member of staff was so polite and respectful to us all.” — Sophie-Jade
“It was necessary for my Mum to be collected from Hampshire and taken home to Stoke for her burial. This was done with utter professionalism, empathy and dignity. They showed knowledge understanding and respect which meant everything to us.” — Karen D.
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