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

Liverpool District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Liverpool 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 Liverpool District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

B Jenkins and Sons logo

1. B Jenkins and Sons

0.6 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.

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2. Howard Jenkins Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

5
(8 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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3. Thompsons Funeral Service

1.4 miles away

4.2
(6 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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4. Pearson Collinson

1.5 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Absolutley fantastic people who really care about what they do. I can't recommend them highly enough.” — Luke C.

“Simply put, I couldn't have done it without them. Sharon went above and beyond her role and was always there when I needed her.” — Julie B.

R McDougall Funeral Service logo

5. R McDougall Funeral Service

1.8 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. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“On the day we were looked after by Sian who was so lovely, very professional and supported us immensely on the day and contacted us next day to check how we all were.” — debbie m.

“Sian phoned me to check how I was doing, she also walked in front of the hearse, out of the street, very dignified. They made a very difficult situation bearable.” — Penny B.

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Stephen is fantastic. Looked after both parents and brother. Impeccable service.” — Tony L.

“You could not find anywhere where the staff are so kind — they are very sympathetic for your loss and go out of their way to look after you.” — Neilbell B.

8. Peter Coyne Independent Funeral Service

2.2 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.

9. Thomas Porter and Sons

2.4 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“During such a difficult time with losing a loved one, Alan and Dianne helped the family through by explaining everything in a compassionate and simplified way. From start to finish they were simply amazing. They literally go above and beyond — I would highly recommend to anyone.” — Loyal1 f.

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10. 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.

11. Thomas Porter and Sons Ltd

3.0 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service.” — tim H.

“Service received recently was second to none. Very professional service at every stage and level.” — Keith B.

12. Peter Coyne Independent Funeral Service

3.1 miles away

3.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the start Leanne and Keith were very professional and understanding. Thanks for all your help guys.” — MB L.

“A business that nobody ever hopes to use, but 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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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