After a Death in Rochdale District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Rochdale District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Rochdale 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 Rochdale District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. Rochdale Funeralcare

0.1 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The Co-op Funeral Care should be proud to have such professional and caring people on their team. Honestly cannot thank you both enough.” — Daniel C.

“Their support and the way they dealt with our requests were faultless. Every staff member that we have spoken to have been excellent.” — Anne H.

2. A E Dixon and Co Ltd

0.3 miles away

5
(54 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My family were all happy how my grandad was treated with so much respect from the chapel of rest to his last journey. We are very grateful.” — Jaime D.

“Krista was amazingly helpful and kind and guided us through this resulting in a great heartfelt service.” — Ray Y.

Robert Nuttall Funeral Service (incorporating Joseph Greene and Son) logo
4.9
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From day one Michelle has been an absolute Superstar. Your help, guidance and support are truly appreciated.” — Helen D.

“Nothing was ever too much trouble for me whether it was a phone call or text message. Rachel is lovely and so helpful, she's always there on the end of the phone for you.” — D C.

4. Spotland Bridge Funeral Service

0.8 miles away

4.9
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Even a last minute hitch when a stand we were bringing was forgotten, they found one for us. Thank you to all staff for your excellent service.” — Teen B.

“Despite the restrictions due to COVID-19 my husband's funeral was lovely, everything went smoothly thanks to the professionalism and devotion to duty from the staff. I wouldn't hesitate to use them again.” — Jan L.

Cutgate Funeralcare (inc Owen Devaney and Son) logo

5. Cutgate Funeralcare (inc Owen Devaney and Son)

1.4 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They made a very stressful and upsetting time of my life run smoothly and hassle-free, whilst still being friendly and caring.” — Karen B.

“We didn't know the area and stumbled across Cutgate Funeral Care. We really got lucky. Amber was fantastic from start to finish and made a very difficult time much, much easier. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Laura M.

6. Leach and Clegg Funeral Service

2.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They did so in a dignified, courteous, respectful way with genuine compassion for all involved.” — John A.

“Margaret and the whole team went above and beyond for my family and me showing dignity and respect and kindness throughout. Couldn't have asked for better people to entrust my loved ones with.” — Beverley Q.

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7. Robert Nuttall Funeral Service

2.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

Established in 1979, Robert Nuttall Funeral Service offers compassionate, personalised funerals in Rochdale, available 24/7.

8. Mitchell Funeral Services Ltd

2.4 miles away

4.9
(77 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He treated us with genuine compassion and never rushed our decisions. He handled every detail with sensitivity, making an unbearable situation a little more manageable. Mum had the most perfect day and we couldn't have done it without Gavin and his team.” — Cheryl S.

“We don't know what we would have done without Gavin on the funeral day. Little things like giving us a heads up for what was coming next and checking in with us — we will be forever grateful. There isn't anyone we would trust more with our nearest and dearest.” — Sarah C.

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9. Kilpatricks Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great Service provided, friendly and helpful. Would recommend to anyone.” — Craig W.

“Kilpatricks lead me through everything that was needed for the funeral and what would happen during the funeral. Also helped to tailor it to my needs and wants.” — crosersb

10. Heywood Funeral Service

2.6 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She went above and beyond and took a lot of stress off our family just to make the day go smoothly for us all. Paula could not do enough and was very professional in every way.” — john H.

“I had to organize the funeral from Spain by phone and Alan was brilliant, he took all the stress from me and without him I could not have given my brother the beautiful send off he had.” — Brad B.

Kavanagh and Coates Funeral Services logo

11. Kavanagh and Coates Funeral Services

2.6 miles away

5
(87 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1250

“They handled every detail with compassion and dignity. Special thanks to Gina, Dave and Steph for helping us through this very sad time.” — Karen

“Dave was compassionate and professional in supporting us through this. He listened to us and ensured that our dad's service was exactly as we wanted it, helping us to honour our dad in the way he would have wanted.” — C C.

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12. Royton Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

4.7
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Your professionalism, compassion, and care made a very difficult day a little easier for our family. We are truly grateful for everything you did.” — Sarah O.

“Tracey has been extremely helpful while organising my aunt's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble and she was approachable and professional at all times.” — lesley l.

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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