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.
All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews
1.1 miles away
Meet B, D, Georgia +11
“Jess was fantastic with our family start to finish especially with funeral arrangements. Stephen really helped us throughout everything from appointments to visits to even taking dad on his final journey. We could not thank and recommend Roses enough.” — Josh S.
“They gave us individual support when we were emotional and needed an extra shoulder to lean on — a wonderful help for family members who needed to simply sit with our loved one. 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
“A shout out to Jeannie for all her help. From the time of passing everything was done respectfully — the church service to the burial and flowers were perfect.” — Lee B.
“Off the scale in terms of care and professionalism — everything we could have wanted was attended to. Totally faultless, kind and professional.” — Denise A.
1.4 miles away
“The staff were very compassionate and communication was very good. I would highly recommend.” — Wendy H.
“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
“Gary Savage was unbelievable — he took over and made everyone at ease throughout the whole process. The whole sad experience was made much easier to bear under his direction.” — G S.
“They went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect and treated my grandad with the utmost respect and dignity. We truly felt supported from start to finish.” — Cypress M.
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 — the staff were very caring and respectful of our family wishes.” — Lorraine W.
1.6 miles away
“Jaki sorted out everything. She was serious when needed and expected, and provided sympathy and humour when needed and appropriate. Thank you!!” — John W.
“The service provided by all the staff at Relphs was extremely professional, caring and compassionate. Thanks to all the support and guidance from Joe, Mam received the best send off we could have given her. Pauline was absolutely amazing and nothing was too much trouble for her or Darcy.” — Gillian R.
1.7 miles away
“A great team that made the whole arrangement process and funeral so much easier. Highly recommend.” — Gavin B.
“Both Katy and Alison in the office dealt with all the paperwork and kept me informed from start to finish.” — machman05 m.
2.7 miles away
“Abi was amazing when Gary died from start to finish. Thank you, keep up your hard work.” — Simone F.
“Abbie and Matthew have been amazing all the way through to me and my family. Have been brilliant from start to finish. Looked after us all and gave my Mam a great send off. I can't thank them enough.” — AJ L.
3.1 miles away
Meet Alistair, Alistair, Andrew +7
“A very difficult time was made more bearable by the friendly and professional staff. As a family we felt very supported.” — Janice S.
“A lovely family firm, who looked after my mam - she looked so beautiful. They were so good with me, my sisters and rest of our family.” — Karen E.
3.3 miles away
“Andrea, Michelle and Katie all went the extra mile to make sure that my late father-in-law was cared for very professionally. When we interned Bill's ashes Andrea said a few words which were very caring and personal which we really appreciated.” — Dawn G.
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3.9 miles away
Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +6
“We cannot thank and recommend Crake and Mallon enough. They were so understanding, helpful and professional throughout our hard times. Every single person met his meticulous standards.” — Julian H.
“Brilliant from the start to finish. After the horrible time they made it so much easier to handle. My mam Georgene Oyston was so respected from you all.” — gareth c.
Free tools
No pressure, no sales — just simple tools to help you understand costs and next steps.
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