Middlesbrough
If someone has died in the Middlesbrough area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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1.1 miles away
Meet B, D, Georgia +12
“My mam was treated with the utmost dignity and respect, and that meant so much to our family. Thank you to everyone at Rose Funeral Services for helping us give Mam the farewell she truly deserved. Your kindness and support will never be forgotten.” — Amanda R.
“They gave us individual support when we were emotional and needed an extra shoulder to lean on, and this was a wonderful help for family members who needed to go visit and just simply sit with our loved one who had passed. You could never know how you made us all feel and helped ease us through one of the most difficult times anyone could go through.” — Annette S.
1.3 miles away
“Outstanding service from the team especially from Rachel from beginning to end with every care taken to make such a sad process go smoothly as possible, they go above and beyond.” — Susan M.
“Jeanie was fantastic! She gave us all great advice and handled my dad's funeral impeccably.” — Andrew L.
1.4 miles away
“I am sorry if at times I relied on your support too much — a reflection of just how much comfort and reassurance the whole team provided during the most difficult of times.” — jimmy c.
“Relphs made a very emotional and challenging time a lot easier and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend their business, not only due to their caring and experienced customer service but also because their pricing was extremely reasonable.” — Jenny S.
1.5 miles away
“He guided our family through every step with genuine care, compassion and patience. In such a tragic and heartbreaking time, he made everything feel that little bit easier to cope with.” — Ian S.
“Gary was so compassionate, I almost feel as though we're friends at the end of all of this. He was so efficient, respectful and well organised. Gary didn't rush or advise to add on a lot of extras, being authentic and honest in what he thought we may want and need.” — Annie H.
1.5 miles away
“Excellent, professional service delivery in a caring and considerate manner.” — Tony F.
“Relph provided a first class service. They were very supportive at all times.” — Cliff V.
1.6 miles away
“Co-op Funeralcare were brilliant from beginning to end, could not fault them at all. Very compassionate and caring.” — jill t.
“I felt they delivered a very personal service, being very caring and respectful of our family wishes.” — Lorraine W.
1.6 miles away
“Mum and I were looked after so considerately and fully supported through the organising of dad's funeral. The service was beautiful and dad was taken care of expertly. I would give more stars if I could. I wholeheartedly recommend Relph's.” — Julie C.
“Pauline was absolutely amazing and nothing was too much trouble for her or Darcy. Thank you all for your kindness at such a difficult time.” — Gillian R.
1.7 miles away
“Mum had a lovely send off. Excellent service from start to finish. Emma talked us through the processes, of what to expect and what was needed. It all went seamlessly.” — machman05 m.
“They checked details relating to the order of service, photos with the family regularly and even helped with the upload of some home videos of dad. The co-op team enabled the entire service to run smoothly with great respect given to dad.” — Tracey S.
2.7 miles away
“Have been brilliant from start to finish. Looked after us all and gave my Mam a great send off. Abbie and Matthew have been amazing all the way through to me and my family.” — AJ L.
“Nothing feels rushed or generic; they genuinely go the extra mile to help create personal, meaningful services that reflect the individual life being remembered. Welcoming, organised and attentive to even the smallest details, they are a compassionate and highly professional team whom families can trust at a very difficult time.” — Nichola R.
3.1 miles away
Meet Alistair, Alistair, Alistair +17
“In the saddest times of one's life you need someone who you can trust to look after your loved one. Andrew and his team provided a wonderful service for my Dad, caring, professional and friendly.” — Vaun N.
“Andrew and the full team have gone above and beyond for my mam and all the family. Also being so respectful and caring while looking after dad whilst he was in your care.” — mandy m.
3.3 miles away
“Every time Andrea and the team have been brilliant, always keeping me informed and up to date with things. Can't thank them enough for all their help.” — Nigel T.
“They are committed to making funeral arrangements easy in difficult situations. They did an amazing job and the funeral was lovely.” — Dawn G.
3.9 miles away
Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +12
“A lovely touch to proceedings was having Neil walk the funeral cortège out of the street. Everything was organised perfectly with grace and compassion. Mam would have been so grateful to you.” — Graham S.
“Daniel performed the service and all our family members who attended praised him and said what a beautiful service. Our mam would be so moved and proud.” — June
Free tools
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