After a Death in Merton | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Merton

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Merton 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 Merton

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

W A Truelove and Son Ltd logo

1. W A Truelove and Son Ltd

0.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA. Jenny Tapping, Cert.FAA. Joseph Tinnirello, Dip.FD.

Meet David, David, Jenny +9

“During a very difficult and painful time, Tricia and the team gave us a brilliant service with great kindness, amazing support and heartfelt compassion. The extra care and attentiveness given to our loved one gave us peace of mind.” — Maria-Teresa B.

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Frederick W Paine logo

2. Frederick W Paine

0.7 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gayle arrived and put us all at ease and alongside Mark, the funeral went far better than we could have imagined. Petra drove us there with care and lovely conversation. Care, communication and compassion.” — Catherine

“Fantastic support and help, anything you required Claire and the team went out of their way to help.” — wayne c.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

0.8 miles away

4.5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A kind, calm and thoughtful service throughout. They took care of all of the funeral administration and guided me through the choices I needed to make, with patience and respect. The funeral took place exactly as I had hoped. Catherine was a great help at a very difficult time.” — Greg J.

“Catherine really took the time and had the patience when helping and guiding through all our decisions — the service she provided was impeccable. My son and I really appreciate everything she has done for us.” — fran b.

Frederick W Paine logo

4. Frederick W Paine

0.8 miles away

4.8
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lindsay and the team were empathetic and practical, helping us to plan the funeral exactly as my mother would have wanted it. There was no pressure or hard sell and any questions we had about alternatives were met with positive solutions. I felt supported through the whole process.” — Sarah S.

“Linda from Raynes Park was absolutely perfect. She did exactly what she said she would do, when she said she would do it. That's very rare nowadays. On behalf of my mother who passed and my family I thank you from the bottom of my heart.” — Paul M.

Ashton Funeral Services logo

5. Ashton Funeral Services

0.9 miles away

4.4
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A really helpful and reliable team, who know how difficult this time is and make it as easy as possible. Particular thanks to Lilian and to Mark for being helpful, clear and understanding.” — Melinda H.

“Dealt with a family funeral with care and compassion, making the process of arranging a funeral less stressful and distressing.” — Christopher S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

0.9 miles away

4.9
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Charlotte has the perfect balance of professionalism, warmth and calm that reassure you that you're in safe hands. She asks all the right questions and listens carefully so that the service she offers is tailored to exactly your loved one's needs.” — J S.

“The flowers included the freesias we mentioned were mum's favourite and were beautiful. Charlotte understood what we wanted and on the day it was perfect. It's daunting arranging such an important event, but every detail was taken care of.” — Jade B.

Knox Bros Funeral Service logo

7. Knox Bros Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

4.7
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

“Hilary was kind, professional and helpful throughout the process, gave very good advice that we took up, and communication was clear and consistent.” — Charlotte B.

“Sherren Legister who runs the shop is very friendly and full of smiles — she made you feel relaxed and comforted at a hard time. They never rushed or hurried us at all and kept a check in before, during and even after by phone.” — Sharon P.

Frederick W Paine logo

8. Frederick W Paine

1.5 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff were kind and respectful and helped with all aspects of arranging my grandads funeral.” — Deborah H.

“So thoughtful and caring at a very difficult time. Professional and I highly recommend.” — Liz T.

W A Truelove and Son Ltd logo

9. W A Truelove and Son Ltd

1.7 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
David Truelove, BA. David Truelove, BA. Jenny Tapping, Cert.FAA. Joseph Tinnirello, Dip.FD.

Meet David, David, Jenny +9

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

A Smith (Southwark) Ltd logo

10. A Smith (Southwark) Ltd

2.0 miles away

4.9
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She couldn't do enough for us. They looked after my mum and she handheld us through the process and made such a horrible awful time manageable for us.” — Ann B.

“Kelli is so kind and caring and has a wealth of knowledge and is always there to guide you and listen — which at this difficult time is all you need. I will be forever grateful for all that you have done.” — Gemma W.

11. Cupar Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The Team at Mitcham Co-op were truly amazing — they were very helpful, understanding and very compassionate.” — Darren S.

“The professional service received from Elliot and Zoe was first rate from initial contact to the day of the funeral. It took a lot to arrange with various obstacles, but they were always approachable and accommodating.” — Joann S.

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    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
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