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 can not 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
(58 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. Thank you Michelle; 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 to ask a question. Rachel is lovely and so helpful, she's always there on the end of the phone for you. He had a beautiful send off.” — 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. They made the process easy to deal with.” — 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.” — Jan L.

Cutgate Funeralcare (inc Owen Devaney and Son) logo

5. Cutgate Funeralcare (inc Owen Devaney and Son)

1.4 miles away

5
(8 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

5
(81 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gavin and Janice went far beyond what I could have expected, and their warmth, dedication, and personal touch made all the difference during one of the hardest times of my life. The funeral was a truly fitting and heartfelt send-off for my dad — exactly the tribute he deserved, and for that I will always be grateful.” — Louise

“Showing real warmth and empathy ten fold — what an amazing young man. Following the sudden tragic passing of my beloved husband, nothing was too much trouble and Gavin's attention to detail and compassion was first class. An absolute star. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — Julia S.

Kilpatricks Funeralcare logo

9. Kilpatricks Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

4.6
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Organising a funeral is bewildering but Becca guided me through the choices available to make the right ones for the family.” — Patricia B.

“A very sad day made bearable and manageable. All in all a very smooth operation with good contact throughout. Nothing was too much trouble.” — janice g.

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
(90 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1250

“I personally felt Sam guided me beautifully in being with my mum in the chapel of rest. Their services go above and beyond — they guide you to your own personal requirements and respect totally your loved ones.” — Jenny W.

“We felt fully supported by Clare, available to meet our needs at any time, answering questions whether regarding legal matters or assuring us with emotional requests. We felt at ease and assured that we didn't need to be anxious about any part of the process.” — Emma H.

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12. Royton Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

4.8
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“Thank you Tracy & Debbie. You both really took the stress out of such a difficult time and guided us through everything. The funeral was exactly as we wanted. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend you.” — suzanne h.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

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

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Helen for all her kindness, care and support during such a difficult time for our family. As Ukrainians, we have very different f…

    Kateryna Kurasova via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Superb service - a warm, personable, reassuring and wholly empathetic reception from initial point of contact through to conclusion - cannot be faulted. Most highly recommended.

    Roger Collings via Google
    5

    Absolutely worry free funeral service for my Dad from John Hogg Funeral Directors. I cant thank them enough, especially Stuart, who made sure everything ran smoothly, was always c…

    Roni Taggart via Google
    in the last week
    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
    5

    From the moment I walked through the door the staff at Coopers, Lewes, made me feel at ease and supported. At a difficult time, Anastasia, the manager and her colleagues, Angela …

    Maureen Boynton via Google