After a Death in Kingston upon Thames | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Kingston upon Thames

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Kingston upon Thames 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 Kingston upon Thames

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Frederick W Paine logo

1. Frederick W Paine

0.6 miles away

4.5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Even when problems arose they took care of them, we were kept informed every step of the way. You made things just perfect, we could not have hoped for a better service.” — Anita A.

“From collecting and taking care of mum, to handling the endless bureaucratic mess of arranging a funeral, to the ceremony itself; they were outstanding.” — Samuel F.

Garner's Funeral Service Ltd (Tolworth) logo

2. Garner's Funeral Service Ltd (Tolworth)

0.8 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Liz Rochester

Meet Liz

“There is thought and kindness shown in each step of the way. They are there for the families at the most emotional time and create an atmosphere of respect and dignity to pay respects to the dearly passed.” — S L.

“This is the fourth funeral I have arranged with Garners. They are respectful, considerate, endlessly patient. I cannot fault their service and would recommend them unreservedly.” — emma d.

Lodge Brothers (Funerals) Ltd logo

3. Lodge Brothers (Funerals) Ltd

1.2 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3800 Cremation from £2150
Paul Bye Paul Bye Paul Bye Paul Bye

Meet Paul, Paul, Paul +1

“I had always been impressed when attending local funerals directed by Lodge Brothers so when my father died we decided to approach their Surbiton branch.” — Chris C.

“Our contact there, Jane, was brilliant and extremely supportive at a very difficult time for us.” — Chris C.

Frederick W Paine logo

4. Frederick W Paine

1.3 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Compassionate, thorough and professional. Staff are outstanding. A great help at a terribly difficult time.” — Jane B.

“A special mention to the celebrant Jill who put my sister's life into lovely words.” — Mark S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

1.4 miles away

4.9
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Julie our funeral arranger showed so much love and care in everything she did for our mum to give her the best funeral we could have. She helped make things seem less stressful and was always there if we needed help or advice.” — Jamie N.

“Although we were sad, your calmness and support was exceptional! Julie, Darren and the team were just professional even on a rainy day, and your kindness and care of the late Patrick meant so much to us.” — Attawa A.

W A Truelove and Son Ltd logo

6. W A Truelove and Son Ltd

1.4 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA.

Meet David, David, David +29

“Jane in the Worcester Park branch was wonderful, nothing too much trouble. She really made the whole experience a lot easier for us and the day was a lovely tribute to a wonderful mum.” — Laura A.

“Julie standing outside as the funeral car went by was a thoughtful touch. We had no experience of arranging a funeral and Julie took us through every step with kindness and patience. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Emma N.

Lodge Brothers (Funerals) Ltd logo

7. Lodge Brothers (Funerals) Ltd

1.5 miles away

4
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £3800 Cremation from £2150
Paul Bye Paul Bye Paul Bye

Meet Paul, Paul, Paul

“A truly wonderful send off for my Father. The music, timing and the way everything unfolded was truly excellent. I'd give 10/10 stars if I was allowed.” — R R.

“I haven't ever come across a company so professional and caring before. He really took the time and effort to give us everything we needed for our very much loved Grandmother. He has made this difficult time easier.” — Louise M.

Frederick W Paine logo

8. Frederick W Paine

1.5 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A really kind, caring and helpful team of staff which helped me tremendously throughout a very sad process. I would definitely use them again with complete confidence.” — Andy C.

“Rowan and the Kingston office gave us amazing service arranging my mother's funeral. On the day, Quentin and his team were wonderful and dignified and he directed us all in his calm and very respectful manner.” — Karin P.

W A Truelove and Son Ltd logo

9. W A Truelove and Son Ltd

1.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA. Jenny Tapping, Cert.FAA.

Meet David, David, David +19

Independent family funeral directors & monumental masons serving Surrey & South London since 1885.

Garners Funeral Service Ltd logo

10. Garners Funeral Service Ltd

1.9 miles away

5
(56 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2845 Cremation from £1600
David Oatham Howard Garner Victoria Flick

Meet David, Howard, Victoria

“Garners were by far the best Funeral Directors I have ever had to deal with. Every detail covered, nothing was too much. They honestly couldn't have been more helpful, even down to recommending the most beautiful pub on the River for the wake.” — Melanie T.

“David even took all the floral tributes from the crem to our home for us to enjoy for longer in our garden. There was no pressure and we were able to give Dad the send off we wanted and knew he would have chosen for himself.” — Tracy S.

Brunskill Family Funerals logo

11. Brunskill Family Funerals

2.0 miles away

5
(82 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1900 Cremation from £899
Edward Brunskill Edward Brunskill Edward Brunskill Edward Brunskill

Meet Edward, Edward, Edward +5

“The task of organising the funeral was initially a stressful, daunting task that I faced while grieving but I felt that thanks to Brunskill, the whole process was eased and everything went perfectly. I cannot rate them higher and I'm so thankful they were so good.” — Emps R.

“I cannot thank enough his son Josh and the assistants who undertook the actual funeral on the day, for making my wife's final journey such a peaceful and respectful one.” — Greg L.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They guided us through with thought and care all the way. You don't do this thing very often so as it was our first time organising a funeral, they were so understanding. Myself, my brother and sister are so grateful.” — Ian H.

“Our mum spent just over a week in the chapel of rest and we saw her everyday. The staff allowed us to say goodbye our own way. I would highly recommend Kingston Co-op funeral service for that personal touch.” — Rachel G.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google