After a Death in Epping Forest District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Epping Forest District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Epping Forest 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 Epping Forest District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Stuart Poulton Limited logo

1. Stuart Poulton Limited

0.6 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Stuart Poulton Stuart Poulton Stuart Poulton

Meet Stuart, Stuart, Stuart

“Lovely touch that they wore pink ties and Stuart pink socks! Couldn't have asked for a better send off for our 93 year old mum. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — julie s.

“The men are so respectful and professional — they treated mum like a queen. Bless her, she was laid to rest peacefully.” — Marilyn O.

2. D C Poulton and Sons

2.2 miles away

4.8
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Laura was warm and compassionate, communicated clearly, and answered all of our many questions. The funeral conductor Martin ensured everything happened on time and that our Mum was shown respect during the funeral procession, the service, and the committal, and he also looked after the family during the services.” — HJ D.

“I really felt my husband was treated with the utmost care and respect he deserved.” — Lynda B.

3. W B Bonners Funeral Directors

4.0 miles away

3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lydia was so Caring helping myself and my family, making the difficult day run as easy as possible so Grateful.” — Tracy F.

“I didn't have a clue what I was meant to do and I didn't for a moment feel lost for even a moment when it came to the arranging of her funeral. Thank you for your kind support and guidance.” — R H.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

4.8 miles away

4.9
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service on the day of the funeral was precise and the family felt like their loved one was treated as an individual, not as part of a process that they do every day.” — sandra o.

“Even after the funeral, checking in on us. The Co Op Funeral company are very lucky to have such team members.” — Suzanne P.

5. T Cribb and Sons - J Markfield

5.5 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A dedicated, understanding and thoughtful firm of funeral directors — having worked with T Cribb & Sons for many years now, I can highly recommend this company.” — Matt W.

“Everything they do is so about the family — the drivers and carriers are so polite and professional, made a very tough day for me amazing and my mum would of been proud.” — mick s.

Warriner and Sons logo

6. Warriner and Sons

6.0 miles away

4.8
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Tracy and the team were absolutely marvellous. The celebrant, the funeral director, chauffeur and bearers were so respectful and the flowers were just beautiful.” — Jill S.

“Lovely, caring people who helped and advised us in a sympathetic, supportive way. Every step of the way, from our initial appointment to make the arrangements to the day itself, was taken care of brilliantly.” — Claire C.

7. T Cribb and Sons

6.1 miles away

4.5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Sarah in the Loughton office could not have been more helpful. The men on the day were great, the driver calming, it could not have gone better.” — Anne H.

“I would especially like to thank Jackie in her excellent way she dealt with all the details, her helpful advice and her patience. She truly is an amazing member of your staff.” — Abilene S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

6.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A friendly, calm and professional service — can't speak more highly of you all. Thank you for all your support in this sad time.” — Colin D.

“At such a sad time, the empathy and care shown were deeply appreciated. The celebrant arranged by the Co-op funeral director was superb — caring and solemn, and she gave me the space to share some words with the attendees.” — Giovanna C.

Andrew D Crowley Independent Funeral Director logo

9. Andrew D Crowley Independent Funeral Director

6.9 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2965 Cremation from £2450
Andrew D Crowley Andrew D. Crowley

Meet Andrew, Andrew

“Andrew guided us through the entire process with empathy and we had a beautiful celebration of mum on the day. Thank you Andrew for treating us all with such kindness.” — Judy L.

“You kept in touch all the way through. And the Doves was a lovely gesture we didn't expect that.” — Bodie

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

6.9 miles away

3.9
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you to Karen for organising my nan's funeral. It was everything we asked for to give her a beautiful send off.” — Georgie G.

“The staff here are amazing. Nothing was too much trouble. They have made such a sad time much easier for us as a family.” — Westie W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

7.6 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The most wonderful people who help you when you really need it. Thank you for being so kind and patient.” — Charlotte J.

“Everything could not have been better. A special mention to June who led us through the process and booked what we required. It made the whole situation less stressful than it already was.” — Rex W.

12. Pepper & Phillips

7.7 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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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