After a Death in Halton | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Halton

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Halton 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 Halton

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

S Rigby logo

1. S Rigby

0.8 miles away

4.7
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Joe was more than willing to help you through our time of need. The staff were most polite and helpful, gave great advice and were willing to offer assistance without being pushy.” — Carol P.

“After looking after my family through the passing of both my parents, the staff at Rigby's are kind, caring, full of empathy and on both occasions looked after my 5 children. I can't praise the staff here enough.” — Deborah D.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

0.9 miles away

4.3
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Alison at Runcorn was exceptional in dealing with all my queries and sorted all the necessary in a very professional manner.” — Stephen B.

“Everyone at Co-op helped me from the first visit to the last. It was so nice dealing with real people who took so much care of my mum.” — Tracey F.

Mears and Jackson Funeral Directors logo

3. Mears and Jackson Funeral Directors

1.0 miles away

4.9
(34 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1395
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“The way they managed to support us during this period of isolation was without question beyond what we expected. As a family we want to thank Mears and Jackson for all their help and for arranging a beautiful funeral.” — Kev G.

“Lynne the celebrant was so easy to speak to at such a difficult time and I felt very comfortable with her. The service was wonderful and many friends commented on how special it was.” — Phyl W.

Davis McMullan Funeral Directors logo

4. Davis McMullan Funeral Directors

1.1 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lorraine and the rest of the team are amazing, they have attended to all our needs with respect and support throughout. Our family can't thank you enough.” — Tracy D.

“The difficult process, even more so during these unprecedented times, was made so much easier by Lorraine's attentiveness.” — Julie B.

J Duggan Funeral Director and Monumental Consultant logo
4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very thoughtful and helpful. Would recommend.” — stephen h.

“Very understanding, the service was done with great dignity. Lisa gave a lovely service.” — Stan B.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

4.3
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Could not have asked for a kinder, more compassionate service offered by the team at the Widnes Branch.” — Kit K.

“We immediately took to Claire and felt comfortable as she sensed what we needed and wanted.” — Hydro E.

Frank Dooley and Son Funeral Directors logo

7. Frank Dooley and Son Funeral Directors

2.6 miles away

4.8
(81 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everything was perfect on the day and what a great send off for my wife. Would like to thank the whole team involved for a fantastic service they all provided.” — Kevin E.

“Gill and Alex are an absolute credit to this company and certainly deserve recognition — our mum's funeral was perfect. I cannot recommend these guys highly enough in a way that truly justifies the amount of care, compassion, and professionalism they show.” — Emma C.

J C Clarke and Son logo

8. J C Clarke and Son

3.5 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff were excellent and helped make a difficult day a day with good memories for the family. Some members could not make the journey and viewed online and said it did bring comfort that they felt they had participated.” — Robert C.

“Debbie, Natasha and team were amazing and went the extra mile. From start to finish they were professional and sincere. Would highly recommend them for anyone who is in need.” — Rich M.

Hankinson & Molyneux Funeral Directors logo

9. Hankinson & Molyneux Funeral Directors

3.7 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2100 Cremation from £1350

A locally based independent Funeral Directors, highly qualified and experienced offering value, choice and flexibility with clear transparent pricing.

Houghtons Funeral Directors Limited logo

10. Houghtons Funeral Directors Limited

4.1 miles away

4.6
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They thought of every detail and made an upsetting situation as easy as it could have been. Very professional with every detail to perfection.” — Rob M.

“The staff made life very simple, and the choices we had to make did not need to be rushed, as we were given time to deliberate and consider them. Thank you for providing an amazing service at such a very difficult time.” — Debi D.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    I cannot thank Tracey, and Lyms enough. The level of care and support was amazing, the service was perfect. I would give 10 stars if I could. Kirby and her team were flawless. Mar…

    Amanda Walker via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The team at co-op funeralcare Andrew Holmes have been amazing from the moment I walked in the door. My father had pre-paid for his funeral and I can't tell you enough how amazing …

    Claire Wiseman via Google
    5

    My eternal gratitude to Southern Co-Op Funeralcare on the Isle of Wight for their compassion, support, understanding and exemplary professionalism throughout the planning and cond…

    Ian Hollingsworth via Google
    5

    I have no hesitation at all in recommending J.J. Burgess & Sons. Their kindess, empathy and understanding helped me to cope when my Mum passed away. Everyone was amazing from st…

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    a week ago
    5

    Excellent service from beginning to end. Efficient, compassionate, helpful, understanding and professional staff, Vic was dedicated to providing a funeral service exactly as wishe…

    julie draper via Google
    5

    Thank you to Greg & Anthony for your excellent & completely professional service with dealing our dear Mum. The whole experience for us was smooth and straightforward and we would…

    steve malley via Google
    5

    John arranged my Dads funeral, he was compassionate and caring thought out the whole of the planning and ceremony

    Samantha Egan via Google
    5

    The Co-operative Funeralcare were helpful, efficient and sympathetic. Everything went very smoothly and Vicky was there whenever I had a query.

    Chris Brown via Google
    a week ago
    5

    My Mum sadly passed away in April and we were fortunate enough to be able to arrange her funeral on what-would-have-been her 96th birthday. We wanted this to be a real celebratio…

    Adrian Lucas via Google
    5

    This is an amazing funeral director. The guidance and advice I received was outstanding from Gary from the initial contact to the actual burial of my brother. They were profession…

    Kathleen Purdy via Google