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 +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.

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2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff at the Co-op Funeral home were so friendly and kind, they really looked after mam and us as a family. Nothing was too much trouble, they answered any questions we asked.” — Elaine S.

“I know it's a team operation but a shout out to Jeannie for all her help. The church service to the burial and flowers were perfect. A big thank you. Perfect send off.” — Lee B.

3. Relph Funeral Service

1.4 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“If I could give more than five stars I would.” — 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
(57 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“In such a tragic and heartbreaking time, he made everything feel that little bit easier to cope with. Gary also helped organise the wake by recommending buffet services and local venues. His down to earth, yet respectful manner was everything we needed as a family.” — Ian S.

“Gary was so compassionate, I almost feel as though we're friends at the end of all of this. 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. He was also readily available at all times.” — Annie H.

5. Relph Funeral Directors

1.5 miles away

4.6
(10 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
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I felt they delivered a very personal service, and were very caring and respectful of our family wishes.” — Lorraine W.

“Co-op Funeralcare were brilliant from beginning to end, could not fault them at all. Very compassionate and caring.” — jill t.

Relph Funeral Directors logo

7. Relph Funeral Directors

1.6 miles away

4.9
(41 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Hilda House Funeral Service logo

8. Hilda House Funeral Service

1.7 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent in every way.” — Alan W.

“A great team that made the whole arrangement process and funeral so much easier. Highly recommend.” — Gavin B.

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9. Hetherington Funeral Services

2.7 miles away

4.3
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd logo

10. Fawcett and Hetherington Funeral Service Ltd

3.1 miles away

5
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alistair Fawcett Alistair Fawcett Andrew Fawcett Andrew Fawcett

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.

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11. Thornaby Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

1.8
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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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12. Crake and Mallon Funeral Service

3.9 miles away

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

Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +9

“A lovely touch 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 who performed the service — all our family members who attended praised him and said what a beautiful service. He was very respectful, our mam would be so moved and proud.” — June

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Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

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    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
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    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
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    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

    Shirley via Google
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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
    5

    Without a shadow of doubt the ladies at Haines, Polegate, Rhia, Jodie and Vanessa are so professional. That is just the tip because they all in their own way add so much more to …

    Sally Attfield via Google
    5

    The services offered by Wealden Funeral Services were so much more than I expected. Like so many people, I am no stranger to loss, but rarely have I encountered a funeral company …

    Amy St. Onge via Google
    5

    The kindness and compassion of the staff was wonderful whilst both on initial meeting and throughout. The death of someone you have loved for so long is overwhelming but Verna an…

    Sarah via Google
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    5

    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

    A Google User via Google
    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google