After a Death in North Tyneside District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

North Tyneside District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North Tyneside District 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 North Tyneside District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

W S Harrison and Son logo

1. W S Harrison and Son

0.7 miles away

4.9
(64 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Michael Burn was our contact and he was marvellous, going above and beyond what we could have expected. From the first contact, nothing was too much trouble.” — Maureen W.

“Nothing was too much trouble for Li-an who excelled in her commitment to supporting the family.” — Norman W.

Gary Staker Funeral Directors logo

2. Gary Staker Funeral Directors

1.0 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He could not have been more caring or compassionate. The service was done so professionally but at no point did Gary forget I was making arrangements for a much loved family member.” — Lillian G.

“Every detail covered with absolute professionalism. It was extremely dignified and caring.” — Joan B.

Gary Staker Funeral Directors logo

3. Gary Staker Funeral Directors

1.9 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional and understanding. A beautiful arrangement just as we wanted. Highly recommended.” — mark r.

“Could not thank Gary and his team enough for the very caring compassionate and professional service they carried out for my mam who we lost suddenly.” — Emma m.

Daren Persson Funeral Services logo

4. Daren Persson Funeral Services

1.9 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Bill Bremner Bill Bremner Daren Persson Daren Persson

Meet Bill, Bill, Daren +8

“Amazing through the whole process of my dad's funeral, from phone calls checking in to visits at the funeral home and seeing my dad.” — Dawn D.

“Bill made us feel at ease and explained everything clearly. Nothing was too much bother and he was a huge help at such a difficult time.” — Donna S.

Walker and Morrell Funeral Directors logo

5. Walker and Morrell Funeral Directors

2.1 miles away

5
(174 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Aimee Hughes Aimee Hughes Andrew Walker Carolyn Payne

Meet Aimee, Aimee, Andrew +14

“All the staff at Walker & Morrell helped us at a time when we felt lost. Natalie listened and acted on what we decided, guiding us on the day and letting us say goodbye without worrying what's going on. When organising the funeral nothing was ever too much.” — Billy S.

“Joe was so caring and friendly, he has a very approachable manner. He made a heartbreaking time so much easier, nothing was too much trouble. Joe helped me through this difficult time with his professional courtesy and reassurance. I would, without a shadow of a doubt, recommend Walker & Morrell's in Washington.” — julie K.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

2.2 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Becky our funeral director was amazing and ensured the day was super smooth and a nice send off for my mam.” — David S.

“Thank you all, truly. You helped me through the worst time of my life with kindness, respect and compassion. I'll never forget that.” — Alan C.

W S Harrison and Son logo

7. W S Harrison and Son

2.2 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Chris our funeral director led us through each stage of the proceedings in a sensitive and informed way. What was a difficult time was made so much easier thanks to the professionalism and care shown.” — David G.

“Josie was great, she dealt with everything with gentleness and compassion.” — Elizabeth S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

2.3 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lucy and Richard made things very easy at a very difficult time. I can't thank all of the staff involved in making my mam's funeral a very special day that I'll always remember.” — JohnTerence T.

“We as a family chose them as they cared for my dad over 30 years ago, and we knew mum deserved the same level of respect. Mum would be very pleased with everything you did.” — Penny D.

Daren Persson Funeral Services logo

9. Daren Persson Funeral Services

2.3 miles away

4.9
(43 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Bill Bremner Bill Bremner Daren Persson Daren Persson

Meet Bill, Bill, Daren +8

“Carl was exemplary from the start, dealing with the family with dignity and empathy throughout. We could not be more thankful for a wonderful send off.” — David K.

“The initial conversation with Suzanne and Heather was so professional, caring, compassionate and knowledgeable that I did not feel the need to visit any other undertakers. The support from Bill, Carl and the staff on the day was exceptional.” — James G.

R S Scott Funeral Service logo

10. R S Scott Funeral Service

2.4 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Found the lovely service so comforting. Staff were very professional and respectful. Tracy the Humanist was warm and described mam's life perfectly.” — HELEN S.

“Can't describe how wonderful Jerry and the team have been. Helped us navigate a very difficult time.” — Vicki R.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

2.5 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rebecca and her team went above and beyond for me and my family, very caring and compassionate. They really helped us plan the best send off and helped us get through such a difficult time.” — Kerry R.

“Thank you to Becky and the rest of the team for making a difficult day into an enjoyable one if that makes sense. Carly was perfect — you'd think she had known George personally.” — Carol A.

Stanway and Garnett Funeral Service logo

12. Stanway and Garnett Funeral Service

2.9 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everyone has been so supportive and knowledgeable. Guiding us through the process with advice, kindness and professionalism.” — Louise C.

“So professional and friendly and made me feel at ease all the way through this terrible time. This is the second time I have used W S Harrison's and cannot recommend them highly enough.” — Lorraine F.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google