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

Erewash District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Erewash 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 Erewash District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

The co-operative funeralcare logo

1. The co-operative funeralcare

2.1 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring and compassionate service from the Co-operative Funeral Care. The lady went out of her way to help me on the morning of the funeral.” — Rhys

“Sally the admin in Coop FuneralCare was very friendly & accommodating with us during our difficult time. Highly recommended.” — Daisy R.

G. T. Edwards (Ilkeston) Ltd logo

2. G. T. Edwards (Ilkeston) Ltd

2.4 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The kindness Edward showed to me and my family was excellent. The instructions were followed to the letter and the funeral was dignified, personal — the music and photo tribute really perfect.” — Mandy R.

“They provide not just a service, but comfort and reassurance at the most difficult times. It's honestly hard to thank them enough. A truly compassionate and trusted part of the local community.” — John-Paul S.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Ilkeston logo

3. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Ilkeston

2.5 miles away

4.6
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The funeral day was carried out so professionally and with such compassion throughout. Brilliant service from start to finish.” — GAIL W.

“Tracey Matthews took the service and did us and herself proud, she took great care with her lovely words. Have used Tracey for both mum and dad's funerals — highly recommend her to take care of any family.” — Michelle K.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

4. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the moment we stepped into the office to the day of our mum's funeral they helped us organise and reassured us to the last minute.” — Julie F.

“Fantastic care and attention from Kate whose thoughtfulness, empathy and understanding was hugely appreciated by my family.” — neil h.

5. Gillotts Funeral Directors

2.7 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I live more than 110 miles away and thought that it was going to be a difficult process for me to arrange everything from a distance, but the team at Gillotts made it very easy for me. They rang me several times, we changed things along the way but nothing was ever too much trouble for them.” — Glyn D.

“Every detail was addressed and taken care of which made a difficult time for us a little easier. Your attentiveness to our needs and care in coordinating all the finer details of our final goodbye ran so smoothly and will not be forgotten.” — Paula M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

2.8 miles away

4.8
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Claire was absolutely brilliant in arranging my father's funeral and for her wonderful support, and the team for preparing Dad and laying out so beautifully. I can highly recommend the Co-op and team especially Claire and Anna, 10/10 all the way.” — Gordon T.

“Claire did a tremendous job of looking after my mum through this difficult period — the attention to detail and the respect she showed to both my parents. The team who took my dad to the crematorium were second to none, my highest respects.” — Steve B.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Spondon logo

7. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Spondon

2.9 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Fiona Hall Fiona Hall

Meet Fiona, Fiona

“When we went to finalise details of my mum's funeral, Fiona recognised me from 3 years ago when we arranged my dad's funeral — which I thought was lovely, a real nice touch. She made a very difficult experience much more bearable.” — Susan B.

“Fiona is more like a friend to us and the family. She is so kind and caring and can cheer you up when you are feeling a bit down some days. Fiona will always be our go-to lady to look after us all.” — Malcolm L.

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8. George Simnett Family Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bethany Strickland Bethany Strickland Clive Hinkley Clive Hinkley

Meet Bethany, Bethany, Bethany +54

“Your professionalism, care and attention to detail made what was a difficult day so much easier. Thank you so much for helping us to organise what turned out to be a lovely and fitting tribute to our beloved Dad.” — Tony R.

“From the moment they collected mum from her home to the funeral, nothing was too much trouble. What a beautiful send off my mum had.” — Michelle B.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

9. The Co-operative Funeralcare

2.9 miles away

4.8
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They helped us enormously as we were not in the best frame of mind, every detail played out like clockwork and we could feel our stress lifting away as the funeral was perfect.” — Bev R.

“Unfortunately in the last 4 months we have needed their service twice, once for our son and for my dad. Kate Spencer and the team went above and beyond both times. They were compassionate, caring and dedicated. Professional with a personal touch.” — Stu T.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

4.8
(33 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The personal touch that they gave for my Dad Richard Hawkridge, from making initial arrangements to seeing us all through that final tough day, was absolutely perfect. Sue and John truly deserve a very special thank you — you did my dad proud.” — Jayne T.

“Sue was so helpful in dealing with all our requirements and on the day John was amazing — so professional and was there to support us all the way. Thank you for making such a sad day a very proud one.” — Sharon S.

The Co-operative Funeralcare logo

11. The Co-operative Funeralcare

3.8 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They did all they possibly could to make things as good as could be.” — Jacqueline M.

“From the very start they were caring, compassionate, and warm, making the whole process feel supported.” — Kay K.

A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Long Eaton logo

12. A.W. Lymn - The Family Funeral Service Long Eaton

3.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The Team were so professional, they really gave my friend Gloria Roebuck a wonderful send off.” — Sharon D.

“Nothing was too much trouble, I was kept informed and updated through the whole process.” — Christina M.

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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