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

Leeds District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Leeds 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 Leeds District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. John P Tempest Funeral Service

1.2 miles away

4
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I personally could not thank them enough for all the care they took with my loved ones. They did an amazing job and I believed them to have gone that extra mile in the service they provided.” — leona j.

“I returned to them because of the genuine care, attentiveness and professionalism they showed the first time. I never once felt oversold or pressured, and every detail was handled with dignity and respect.” — Karen A.

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2. Wm Dodgson and Son Funeral Services

1.4 miles away

4.7
(65 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £4095 Cremation from £1750

“From the first phone call informing them of my dad's death, to dropping us back at home after the funeral, everything was handled with utmost respect and dignity for my dad and our family. Andy was an absolute gentleman. Thank you Dodgsons, and especially Andy.” — jill h.

“All my requests and concerns were addressed with diligence and kindness. As a result the whole funeral was just as I wanted it to be. The whole family and our friends would like me to thank you all.” — Katie G.

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3. W Roberts Funeral Services Ltd

1.6 miles away

4.5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The guys at the co-op on York Road looked after my grandad as well as us all as a family — we could not fault anything. They were always there to talk to and made us all feel very welcome from start to finish. Thank you so much for giving my grandad the best send off, as that's what he would have wanted.” — Sarah M.

“Felt like a caring family business even though it is now a Coop branded operation. The care and respect given felt genuine, which is all you can ask for at such a sad time.” — DJT

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4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.8 miles away

4.3
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Louise and Angela treated us with dignity and compassion after the passing of my mum. I cannot rate this branch highly enough.” — Hayley S.

“Thank you Sarah, Molly and Victoria for your kind and compassionate support through the planning and execution of my mum's funeral. Everything went smoothly and efficiently with such respect and grace. I couldn't have wished for a better experience at such a difficult time.” — Catherine J.

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5. A Waite and Son

1.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My friend's funeral was held today at Rawdon crematorium. The funeral directors were excellent.” — Benjamin E.

“Amazing service! Perfect from start to finish for my brother's funeral! Couldn't recommend Scott enough!” — Lauren V.

6. Co-op Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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7. W Kaye and Son

2.2 miles away

4.9
(60 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The care taken towards my partner on his passing was so kind, caring and respectful. Every aspect was given such attention, and I felt unable to thank Richard enough for all his help and guidance at such a very sad and difficult time.” — Joan H.

“They deal with everything, even coming out to my house to arrange the details. They support you all the way through and even after the funeral they still call and check how you are. At what is a distressing and emotional time, they are so helpful and caring.” — Annie W.

8. Percy R Wood Funeral Service

2.3 miles away

3.6
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service provided under the sad circumstances.” — Graham S.

“They did a fantastic job giving my brother the best send off plus my mam and dad they do a great job and are very caring and friendly” — Louise D.

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9. Wm Dodgson and Son Funeral Services

2.4 miles away

5
(57 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1645

“From the moment we first met with Sinead at the Moortown office to saying goodbye to David after the funeral every aspect of mums funeral was handled with compassion, care, empathy and professionalism. I truly cannot rate Dodgsons highly enough.” — Adam H.

“David was caring and loving from the offset. They made a painful process so much easier for us and to know how they looked after our mum bought us so much comfort.” — Hayleyanne M.

10. Co-op Funeralcare

2.4 miles away

4.9
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We found the experience without stress due to her pleasant approach. Our grateful thanks to Emma for her kind and helpful assistance in choosing our plans without trying to influence our choices.” — JAMES T.

“Andrew went out of his way to accommodate our wishes. It meant so much to us that my Dad's funeral was a wonderful tribute to his life and CO-OP Funeral Care helped make that happen.” — Debra C.

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11. G H Dovener and Son Funeral Services

2.7 miles away

5
(54 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1645
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“Really felt nothing was too much trouble. Found the guys who picked our family up in the limousine very professional, respectful and attentive.” — Lynne G.

“Their sympathetic, patient and gentle guidance through the process of arranging the funeral was gratefully appreciated. The day itself was the wonderful celebration of life we wanted, and went off without the slightest hitch.” — Joanna H.

12. Joseph Tate Funeral Service

3.0 miles away

5
(36 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“David came to the house and guided the family through the whole process making it a stress free experience. Professional, empathetic and handled Dad's funeral with compassion.” — David H.

“Being the first time my family needed to deal with a close relative's passing, we did not know what we needed to do. We were carefully and considerately guided through what needed to be done, with respect and courtesy. We'll always be grateful for the empathy and professionalism shown.” — Craig B.

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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