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

Knowsley District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Knowsley 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 Knowsley District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Gornalls Funeral Services Ltd

1.7 miles away

4.9
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Always been of great help in these very sad and distressing times of life.” — Christopher R.

“Excellent service in a difficult time. Everything organised to make the process very straightforward. Staff so helpful and friendly. Highly recommended.” — Gary P.

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2. Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors Limited

2.0 miles away

4.8
(43 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £795
Debbie Bennett Gemma Bennett

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“Nothing was too much trouble, every little detail was perfect and the care and attention given to my dad and all the family was above and beyond expectations.” — Kate S.

“They arranged every detail with dignity and allowed us to grieve, then delivered the day with true professionalism. We could not have asked for a better service.” — William G.

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3. Co-op Funeralcare

2.1 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They made it simple and thought about all the little things that made it special — great service at a difficult time.” — Sharon M.

“Most amazing girl called Leah helped me through this tough time. Could not thank these enough for making this as easy as could be, couldn't wish for better care for my baby.” — Kelsey x.

4. Cosgrove's IFC Limited

2.4 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They are so caring and always go that extra mile. You really would struggle to find better people to take care of your loved one.” — Marg C.

“Your kindness, compassion, and professionalism made a difficult time more bearable for us. Graham and Phil, you are simply the best!” — naomi d.

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5. R McDougall Funeral Service

2.5 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“His coffin plaque was beautiful — they put his name, the date he passed, and underneath 'born sleeping.' Mark is a credit to funeralcare. We would like to thank Mark from the bottom of our hearts.” — Liver B.

“I have never done a Google review before but I feel like I need to give something back after the care, support, advice and help I received. Mark and Louise — such amazing, lovely, helpful and supportive people, they go above and beyond at all times. I feel like this does not give justice to all you have done for me.” — Kathi S.

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6. Howard Jenkins Funeral Service

2.8 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great friendly and professional service. Sorted everything out. Would highly recommend.” — Paul F.

“The staff took care of everything. Many thanks to Anne.” — Jamie I.

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7. Coyne Bros Funeral Service

3.0 miles away

4.4
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We used Coyne Brothers for mum's funeral in 2014 and they were the only choice to use again for dad's funeral. With their help and support we gave dad a good send off.” — Tina S.

“Coynes staff I would say each are hand picked for their caring nature. You walked us through the process with careful consideration in our time of grief and pain — something that will never be forgotten.” — cath t.

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8. Thompsons Funeral Service

3.3 miles away

4.3
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much trouble. I was kept fully updated at each stage of the process and given excellent advice to help me make the arrangements, from music, choice of coffin, flowers, order of service and headstone, everything was covered.” — John W.

“The staff on the day could not have been more professional and understanding and did an excellent job, which enabled us as a family to celebrate a life well lived and not have any concerns on the day. Simply the best.” — John W.

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9. B Jenkins and Sons

3.3 miles away

4.9
(69 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My family commented on how caring the staff were when they visited the Chapel of Rest. The approach to the funeral and the service provided on the day proved to be seamless, enabling my family to experience a fitting send off for our loved one.” — Diane A.

“They took the worry out of arranging my grandads funeral at a very difficult time for my family, nothing was too much trouble. I wouldn't use any other funeral director.” — Karen B.

10. Peter Coyne Independent Funeral Service

3.4 miles away

3.9
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The man from Coyne Brothers who transferred my daughter from one urn to another free of charge — really nice person, very respectful. Wish you all the best.” — Michael J.

“I can personally vouch for Peter and Lorraine Coyne to take away the stress and worry and provide a professional, dignified and personal funeral. They are open and honest about all aspects including costs, and are on hand to answer any questions or worries.” — Greg H.

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11. Debbie Bennett Funeral Directors

3.6 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £795
Debbie Bennett Debbie Bennett Gemma Bennett Gemma Bennett

Meet Debbie, Debbie, Gemma +1

“They made sure everything was done to perfection and without making it overwhelming at all. His little bed and casket were stunning and I didn't even realise there were such beautiful personalised ones for children.” — Cara O.

“Ann returned all my calls and texts instantly, no matter what day or time, while arranging the funeral and answered all my questions and put me at ease throughout the whole process.” — Cara O.

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12. Pearson Collinson

3.7 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You were so kind and made a sad time more bearable. What a fantastic team at Pearson Collinson!” — Jan S.

“Pearson and Collinson took absolute control of the arrangements and ensured that everything, even the little things, were performed to perfection. An absolute brilliant company with caring staff who will and did go the extra mile.” — C L.

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What families are saying

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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google
    5

    Katie was professional, kind and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. She took the time to listen carefully to my mum's needs and helped us set up a funeral plan that was r…

    Cherrybomb via Google
    5

    We sadly lost our dear mum recently and only a year after we lost my lovely sister, we were in complete shock. We entrusted Ballard and Shortall with the funeral arrangements for…

    Wendy Perretta via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

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