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

Hertsmere District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Hertsmere 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 Hertsmere District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

1.4 miles away

4.7
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You went above and beyond when my father passed away and ensured that we had some peace within ourselves. I will forever be thankful for allowing us to have the perfect send off for dad.” — Brian D.

“John was so lovely from the minute we met him to days after. He really softened the awful experience it could have been. Chantal started the emotionally painful process with us and treated us with care and attention.” — Debs D.

2. Phillips Funeral Service

3.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

3. Co-op Funeralcare

3.5 miles away

3.5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Caring and sensitive service from Carol, Toshian and the rest of the team at Coop Funeralcare” — Alan K.

“Caring and sensitive service from Carol, Toshian and the rest of the team at Coop Funeralcare” — Alan K.

J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors logo
5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everybody we dealt with was caring, professional and extremely attentive.” — Lewis N.

“At such a difficult time for my family, she and her team helped our funeral plans go smoothly – and Burgess as a whole couldn't have been more helpful and professional.” — Charlotte G.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

5. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

3.6 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2745 Cremation from £1495

“The care, courtesy and professionalism shown was exemplary. Nothing was too much trouble and they helped to ensure that everything went as well as it possibly could.” — Jo R.

“She could not be any more compassionate, kind and helpful.” — Daniel K.

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6. Barnet Funeralcare

4.0 miles away

4.4
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We could not have had more care and understanding. It was a difficult time as we had to organise it over the Christmas period and that was dealt with very well.” — Nikki L.

“Kacy and her crew did a wonderful job laying my mother to rest with dignity. My family and I will be forever grateful for all that you did for our mother.” — Tracy W.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

7. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

4.1 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2745 Cremation from £1495

“Very friendly and professional approach and despite having difficult questions she went above and beyond to help us make the day special. The funeral went smoothly and we had no issues.” — Paul G.

“All their staff are extremely professional and considerate, and I would not hesitate to recommend them.” — Ray D.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

8. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

4.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2745 Cremation from £1495

“Excellent service. Helped and guided us with everything that was needed.” — Sherry C.

“My father in law died on Boxing Day, unexpectedly, traumatically and overseas. MK Ginder's service was superb throughout, from liaising with the overseas country and taking delivery of the remains at Heathrow to the funeral service at West Herts Crematorium. Everyone was kind and thoroughly competent throughout the process.” — Peter U.

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9. Phillips Funeral Service

4.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Phillips Funeral Service in Watford offers compassionate 24/7 funeral care and prepaid plans as part of the trusted Dignity network.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

4.5 miles away

4.9
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From our first contact with Tara she was extremely helpful and guided us through the funeral process. The day of the funeral everyone was very professional and respectful and made it a beautiful send off.” — brenda p.

“Tara helped me with every step along the way and made the process as easy as it can be. I know it sounds morbid but I'd be more than happy to have these guys run my own funeral!!” — John K.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

4.6 miles away

4.4
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everyone involved was very professional and made the funeral of our lovely Mum special. We can't thank you all enough.” — gary m.

“Thank you for all the help you gave us and making a sad time a lot easier, my family are so pleased with the way you conducted the funeral and the little chats we used to have when visiting.” — david s.

M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors logo

12. M K Ginder and Sons Funeral Directors

4.7 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2745 Cremation from £1495

“We have been very pleased with the care and professionalism shown regarding our mum's funeral. We would definitely recommend your services.” — Paul R.

“First class service from start to finish. Special thanks to Karen.” — Mark K.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google