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

“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.

“Can't thank Lois enough for her level of care given to us after we chose Co-op Funeral Care Rochdale to handle the sensitive subject of dealing with the passing of a much loved Father, and husband to Mum.” — Matt B.

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...sending you all of our love and thanks.” — 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

“They organised 2 funerals for our family in the past 2 years. Always kind and empathetic. They made the whole process as stress free as possible and remained in contact throughout.” — Liz U.

“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.

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

4.9
(78 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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 and our preferences was very much appreciated — we will be forever grateful for you all.” — Sarah C.

“We left the home knowing that our beautiful daughter was going to be in caring hands. To sum up, the entire team perfectly and professionally carried out their respective roles to ease our pain and allowed us to say the perfect goodbye to our beloved Kerry.” — David S.

Kilpatricks Funeralcare logo

9. Kilpatricks Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

4.5
(18 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
(88 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

“Clare was thoughtful, empathetic and genuinely cared about my brother and our family. We never felt rushed or like a bother.” — Nic K.

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12. Royton Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Again Buckleys have provided a high level of compassionate service. Thank you Julia.” — Gar W.

“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

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

    tracey williams via Google
    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

    Yusa Minto via Google
    5

    In my darkest days when it was too difficult to say the words outloud, that my dad had passed, I was able to WhatsApp Lewis in the first instance for help,support and guidance.Thi…

    Julie B via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Always a lot to choose from and staff always lovely

    Pauline Forfar via Google
    5

    Very much appreciated the way in which Elaine and all at Haven, including the celebrant Robin Sanderson supported me and my family as we dealt with losing and saying goodbye to my…

    Mary Gallagher via Google
    5

    On behalf of my family, I would like to thank Simon and all the staff at Dutton and Hallmark for the outstanding service provided for our two family funerals earlier this year. T…

    Kate Carr via Google