After a Death in East Riding of Yorkshire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

East Riding of Yorkshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the East Riding of Yorkshire 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 East Riding of Yorkshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

A Shepherd & Sons Funeral Directors logo

1. A Shepherd & Sons Funeral Directors

2.6 miles away

5
(34 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The memorial evening held on Monday was truly heartwarming. Your whole team were respectful, caring and brought many people together through loss. Thank you for your dedicated and kind work that you do.” — Kate H.

“Dealing with the same people throughout made it much easier for us to know that everything was always being taken care of. The chats and advice were something we appreciated at what has been a very difficult time for us. We will never forget your amazing care and support.” — Joanne B.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

2.8 miles away

3.7
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Co-op Funeralcare were very professional and couldn't do enough to help at this very sad time. We had phone calls from the undertaker who explained what would happen on the day.” — Sue P.

“Excellent service from Beverley Funeralcare from 1st meeting to the last. Everyone courteous, kind and dignified.” — annette b.

3. F Stephenson and Son (Funeral Directors) Ltd

2.9 miles away

5
(50 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Ian was extremely helpful, empathetic and proactive in recommendations and advice when required, and made a very difficult time as painless as possible for our family.” — Nicky V.

“Kevin's attention to detail, clear communication, and dignified approach made a very difficult process much easier to manage. A truly excellent service from a team that clearly cares about the families they serve.” — Lisa F.

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4. Lewis Northen Funeral Directors

3.1 miles away

5
(89 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Lewis Northen Lewis Northen Lewis Northen Lewis Northen

Meet Lewis, Lewis, Lewis +1

“Lewis — you made the saddest time in our lives bearable. You took off all the responsibility from the moment of mum's death when we contacted you till the actual burial. Your kindness, professionalism and genuine care was exceptional.” — Jude R.

“Small touches like calling just to check in, or every single member of the team knowing who I was and all the details every time I called — I can't stress enough how much they helped to ease the burden and make such a terrible time a little more bearable.” — Amy G.

A Shepherd and Sons logo

5. A Shepherd and Sons

6.5 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Shepherd's provided us with a very professional, friendly and helpful service at the most distressing of times. Our wishes were carried out to the letter and we were kept fully informed every step of the way.” — Sue B.

“A. Shepherd and Sons provided a professional and considerate service in planning the funeral of my late wife, covering all the details efficiently, especially considering the short time scale. It ensured that the funeral went off without a hitch.” — Mike C.

J G Fielder and Son - Market Weighton logo

6. J G Fielder and Son - Market Weighton

7.3 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Chris Fielder John Tattersall Paul Clark Simon Aston

Meet Chris, Helen, John +9

“Paul and Julie and all the staff at Market Weighton have been absolutely amazing following the death of my father recently. They have handled everything so efficiently and respectfully — thank you for making such a difficult time slightly more bearable.” — Gemma R.

“Chris and the team went above and beyond to accommodate a family's request to bring their loved one home. Their professionalism, compassion, and attention to detail were outstanding, a truly caring and dedicated team.” — Stuart L.

Jones Funeral Directors logo

7. Jones Funeral Directors

7.8 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“This little funeral company are so caring, helpful, understanding and so professional at such a sad time. Everything from start to finish went smoothly. They helped us step by step all the way.” — janice r.

“We know how dedicated they and their team are in offering a respectful and professional service at a time when these are needed most when supporting families through grief and the loss of a loved one.” — James M.

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8. Jones Funeral Directors Ltd

8.2 miles away

5
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their caring and unobtrusive attention to every detail was taken care of, from the early hours of the morning until even after the funeral to check if we needed anything at all. It's rare in this day and age that you find kind people like this that understand and really care.” — Maria F.

“At a time we were so lost they navigated us through. Nothing was too much trouble. I cant explain how much support we were given as a family, the time they dedicated to us to explain everything.” — Nikolas W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

8.6 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They helped make what is a very stressful and emotional time into an occasion where you feel you are working with and for your passed loved one. Everything about the arrangements was just perfect.” — Trevor P.

“Mike helped me through the early days with care and compassion and kept me abreast of all the arrangements for my husband's repatriation from Australia to Hull. The team made a sad and stressful time more bearable.” — Hilary D.

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10. M Garton

9.2 miles away

5
(36 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2580 Cremation from £1042
Andrea Imison Andrea Imison Eric Eric

Meet Andrea, Andrea, Eric +13

“Lee was very comforting and helpful both times. From the first call to request their service to the end of the funeral service everything was done with compassion and efficiency.” — Matthew D.

“They handled my dad's funeral with great sensitivity, professionalism and warmth. We couldn't have asked for a better service.” — Stacey A.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

9.3 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service from beginning to end, we were guided through the whole process by Carol and Mike, the celebrant Alistair could not have done a better job.” — Krista E.

“Carol and Kayleigh were friendly, professional and made you feel at ease. If I was in the unfortunate situation of needing a funeral director again I would want Carol and Kayleigh to organise it again for me.” — dreamgirl

12. Rudstons of Hessle

9.6 miles away

3.7
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A wonderful kind and caring company who did everything we asked with compassion and professionalism. Nothing was too much trouble and they were able to make the whole process as stress free as possible, co-ordinating everything needed.” — Anna B.

“Sam in particular has gone above and beyond and helped in every way she could during what is a difficult time for our family.” — Mike C.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google