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

Middlesbrough

Bereavement support & funeral directors

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.

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 Middlesbrough

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Rose Funerals logo

1. Rose Funerals

1.1 miles away

4.9
(71 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
B Thomson D Tinkler Georgia Gracie

Meet B, D, Georgia +13

“The staff 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. My dad would have been so proud of his send off. 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.

“My mam was treated with the utmost dignity and respect, and that meant so much to our family. They guided us through every step with warmth and empathy, making such a difficult time a little easier to bear. Thank you for helping us give Mam the farewell she truly deserved. Your kindness and support will never be forgotten.” — Amanda R.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

5
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

3. Relph Funeral Service

1.4 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

4. Colin McGinley Independent Family Funeral Service

1.5 miles away

4.9
(65 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They also made it easy for me to see my mum whenever I wanted, something I'll always be so grateful for. All of the staff showed such professionalism, grace and empathy throughout.” — Megan H.

“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.

5. Relph Funeral Directors

1.5 miles away

4.6
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

6. Marton Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I found the staff at Marton to be very caring and respectful of our family wishes. I felt they delivered a very personal service.” — Lorraine W.

“First Class service from arranging funeral, guiding all family through the service, to picking up ashes. Everyone is so supportive, kind and friendly.” — Valerie J.

Relph Funeral Directors logo

7. Relph Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

4.9
(44 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Hilda House Funeral Service logo

8. Hilda House Funeral Service

1.7 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Hetherington Funeral Services logo

9. Hetherington Funeral Services

2.7 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd logo

10. Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd

3.1 miles away

5
(39 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett

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“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.

Thornaby Funeralcare logo

11. Thornaby Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

3
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Crake and Mallon Funeral Service logo

12. Crake and Mallon Funeral Service

3.9 miles away

5
(57 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alison Crake Alison Crake Alison Crake

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

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google