After a Death in Doncaster District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Doncaster District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Doncaster 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 Doncaster District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Bramleys Funeral Service logo

1. Bramleys Funeral Service

1.0 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first visit to arrange my Mom's funeral, Bramleys have been very good. They explained everything that would happen and the funeral itself was very dignified.” — Julie R.

“Mandy & staff at Bramleys funeral service were absolutely outstanding in dealing with the unfortunate death of our Mum. We would highly recommend Bramleys Funeral Service.” — Robert F.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

4.4
(30 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional from start to finish, all requirements met with no problem at all. First class and thank you for looking after my precious father.” — Joy R.

“So respectful, patient and genuinely caring. A wonderful team. Special thanks to Yvette and Nathan and the lovely florist for Mum's Floral Owl tribute, much, much appreciated.” — Carol M.

3. Carpenter Funeral Services

2.4 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We felt very well looked after all the way through on both occasions and appreciated the respect and dignity with which they treated both our parents.” — Kim B.

“They took care of everything, helped us navigate the parts we didn't even think or know about. Bill and the staff are very professional, compassionate and experts in their job.” — Claire Y.

J Steadman and Sons logo

4. J Steadman and Sons

2.5 miles away

4.9
(97 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rachel guided my brother and myself through the whole process of the funeral for our mother with great sympathy and professionalism. What would happen and the options available were fully explained and carried out perfectly. A sad time, but Steadmans helped enormously.” — Gary W.

“Thankyou to Rachel for all your help, your kindness was just what mum and I needed. Nothing was too much trouble for you and it was greatly appreciated, thankyou for making a very difficult time that little bit easier and very special.” — Janet D.

5. Hicklings Funeral Service Ltd

3.0 miles away

4.3
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You are a credit to your industry. We are all so extremely grateful for such a lovely service from the first meeting to the very end.” — Sharon T.

“Even when I changed arrangements there was no quibble. Thank you for helping give my dad Dennis a good send off. Absolutely wonderful local family business, could not fault their service from start to finish.” — Linda M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

3.1 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish the staff were exceptional. The standard of service we received was outstanding. I couldn't be more grateful.” — Shelley W.

“Everyone was courteous, helpful, respectful, friendly and guided us through a very difficult time. Many thanks to Aaron, Nathan, Tania, Anne-Marie and everyone else.” — Lynn W.

7. Co-op Funeralcare

3.9 miles away

3.9
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The level of care for my Mum was also exemplary. Forever grateful.” — Danny W.

“Nothing too much trouble they went that extra mile for my mam. Shaun is a true professional. Would highly recommend.” — Jane M.

8. Carpenter Funeral Services

4.9 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They have been amazing looking after my uncle Gary.” — Ryan P.

“A huge thankyou to Carpenter's funeral, you did us proud. You all made our day very special from beginning to end.” — Pamela A.

9. Carpenter Funeral Services

5.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

5.1 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From start to finish they were exceptional and I would recommend their services to anyone. A huge personal thank you to Natalie and Claire.” — GARY O.

“The sensitivity and compassion of Hannah, Natalie and Claire at Rossington was superb. From the initial contact and regular updates, through to the service on the day, everything was handled in a thoroughly professional way.” — Steve W.

11. Charles Carpenter Funeral Services

5.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

12. B A Wright and Sons

6.2 miles away

4.6
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Extremely helpful when dealing with my wife's funeral. This wasn't a problem and the funeral directors explained everything clearly what had to be done. Would definitely recommend them.” — Mel W.

“BA Wright & Sons handled our mums funeral with care and professionalism, they made an extremely hard time that little easier taking care of all the details.” — Becky R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google