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

Dudley District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Dudley 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 Dudley District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

J W Marsh logo

1. J W Marsh

1.4 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2794 Cremation from £1570

“You were very sincere and caring in this sad time. I would definitely recommend your service to others.” — Kevin W.

“At such a difficult and emotional time, John and his team offer a very personal, supportive and professional service.” — Sarah W.

Central England Co-operative logo

2. Central England Co-operative

1.5 miles away

3.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Co-op Dudley Funeral Care were wonderful and I and my family would recommend to anyone.” — Anne R.

“The Co-Op was super supportive and quick with the preparations in delivering a top service for us to bid our relative one lasting farewell.” — Dan24

3. Farmer and Son

2.8 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I found them very comforting and professional at such a sad time — I would definitely recommend.” — M G.

“Chris did everything that could be asked of her — extremely professional, caring, and her attention to detail helped give our Mom a lovely send off.” — Gary G.

Central England Co-operative logo

4. Central England Co-operative

2.8 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They made a very difficult process much smoother with their kindness and advice. Thank you for giving our mum Val the service she deserved.” — AllieC

“Kerry was very understanding & nothing was too much trouble.” — Peter B.

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5. J Vernon Kendrick Limited

2.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you for providing us with as many viewings as we needed to cherish those last moments with Dad. From our family to the Kendricks work family, thank you.” — Gemma

“She looked beautiful and followed our wishes for her funeral service to the T. Very very grateful, excellent, professional, discreet.” — Kevin F.

Halliwell Funeral Service logo

6. Halliwell Funeral Service

3.2 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you to all of your staff for looking after my mom, your support and for helping to make the day run smoothly.” — Kim S.

“Exceptional service provided by this company and Yvonne has been absolutely brilliant. She has been nothing but kind, respectful and very knowledgeable throughout. She has asked us how we are and made every effort to make this distressing process run smoothly for us. Special thanks must go to Yvonne (who is an absolute star).” — Anthony B.

Central England Co-operative logo

7. Central England Co-operative

3.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rachel provided gentle guidance and support at a time when I truly needed it. Their compassion, understanding, attention to detail made a difficult process much more manageable. The whole team treated me with immense dignity.” — Diane L.

“My mom was and still is extremely precious to us and we are heartbroken but every single detail from start to finish was thought about and executed to an incredible high standard.” — Helen S.

8. Jennings Funeral Directors

3.3 miles away

4.9
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very friendly and helpful advice during this difficult time. Everything went very smoothly and well from the time of our first visit to the time of the funeral. Thank you so much Amanda.” — Michael H.

“Special thank you to Amanda & Mitch who looked after us. They designed the most gorgeous order of service — it truly was unique.” — Sue B.

A J Timmins & Son / Central England Co-operative logo

9. A J Timmins & Son / Central England Co-operative

3.3 miles away

4
(42 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Easy to navigate, polite staff. Parking can be an issue on an evening due to the Indian next door.” — Arron W.

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Central England Co-operative logo

10. Central England Co-operative

3.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Alex & his team on the day were marvellous, so professional & compassionate.” — Rachel P.

“They were not pushy and one felt that we were given time to decide what we wanted re coffin, flowers etc and how we wanted things to be.” — Paul G.

11. J Vernon Kendrick Limited

3.5 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A very professional and caring service provided for both my Grandparents funerals. Would highly recommend.” — Kristy D.

“A very professional and caring service provided for both my Grandparents funerals. Would highly recommend.” — Kristy D.

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12. The co-operative funeralcare

3.7 miles away

4.6
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Karen Newey was very kind and caring to me. My family used this company 6 years ago for my dad, now I'm using it for my mom.” — Joanne K.

“Karen was so lovely and welcoming. Explained everything. She was so professional. And Tracy and her team who led the hearse and cars - same again, so professional.” — David B.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google