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

Rochford District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Rochford 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 Rochford District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

J W Tate and Son Ltd logo

1. J W Tate and Son Ltd

1.2 miles away

4.7
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Absolutely first class from the very start to the finish. Professional, kind and caring in very difficult circumstances. They are with you every step of the way and make things so much easier.” — Tina F.

“From the support and guidance from Gemma who made us feel that nothing was too much trouble, to Julie who guided us through on the day — a very sympathetic, professional service.” — Donna L.

F P Guiver and Sons Ltd logo

2. F P Guiver and Sons Ltd

1.4 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds Dawn Silk

Meet Craig, Craig, Craig +15

“They made our final goodbye as easy as possible. I cannot recommend this company enough.” — Karen G.

“Can't thank Dawn and team enough, so happy with the service — always there for you. Done my brother Tony proud.” — Mandy S.

Tanners Funeral Directors logo

3. Tanners Funeral Directors

3.2 miles away

5
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would just like to thank Claire so much for her care and compassion in leading us through the arrangements for Dad's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble.” — Kay D.

“I can honestly say you made the whole process so much easier to deal with. I would absolutely recommend Tanners for their compassion, care, understanding and professionalism.” — Lorraine S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

3.3 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The Coop was amazing, they looked after my Dad from the minute he sadly arrived. Sue Harrison was fantastic and Steve the undertaker was excellent — overall for a very sad time, from start to finish they have been exceptional.” — Debbie J.

“James and Verity took me through all the options available in a very compassionate and professional manner. They walked me through the whole process keeping me updated, which put me at ease for the big day. Everything went like clockwork.” — Al T.

S Stibbards and Sons Ltd logo

5. S Stibbards and Sons Ltd

3.4 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The send off you done for mum was truly lovely and done with the greatest of respect for mum and our family. I cannot fault the service you gave us.” — Ian e.

“You were all so helpful and very caring, you made a very difficult day special.” — Mandy S.

F P Guiver and Sons Ltd logo

6. F P Guiver and Sons Ltd

3.5 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds

Meet Craig, Craig, Craig +13

“I used their services 23 years ago for my Dad, they were lovely then and they are still the same caring company.” — Nicole r.

“Your care, kindness and attention to detail through the whole process really helped us and we are very grateful.” — goonerbish

Co-op Funeralcare logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare

3.7 miles away

4.3
(20 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Genuine care and understanding was given, without too much red tape and forms to deal with.” — James R.

“From all of Christine Bennett's family we thank you all — I honestly couldn't fault a single thing.” — Kevin B.

S Stibbards and Sons Ltd logo

8. S Stibbards and Sons Ltd

3.8 miles away

4.4
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Top level professionalism from Scott and his team. Very easy to work with and very sensitive and professional at the service. Ours was a dearly departed family member and couldn't have wished for more.” — Fizz D.

“Stibbards were wonderful and I would highly recommend. They made a difficult time much easier. I felt they treated us and our loved one with respect and consideration. The actual day of the funeral ran like clockwork.” — Abigail E.

F P Guiver and Sons Ltd logo

9. F P Guiver and Sons Ltd

3.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds Craig Reynolds

Meet Craig, Craig, Craig +21

“I cannot recommend this company enough — they made our final goodbye as easy as possible.” — Karen G.

“Can't thank Dawn and team enough, so happy with the service. Always there for you — done my brother Tony proud.” — Mandy S.

A R Adams (Funeral Directors) Ltd logo

10. A R Adams (Funeral Directors) Ltd

4.1 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I have to particularly mention Luke who was especially helpful, knowledgeable and very kind. I wasn't disappointed — they guided me through everything and showed the greatest of respect for my Mum on the day.” — Carolyn M.

“Donna's people skills were very impressive indeed and nothing was too difficult for her to arrange. Working from a smart phone only without a computer/printer wasn't easy for me but she enabled us in our hour of need.” — Keystone (.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

4.3 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff could not have been more helpful.” — Roy D.

“Very friendly and also professional with everything. Cannot praise them enough.” — Claire M.

S Stibbards and Sons Ltd logo

12. S Stibbards and Sons Ltd

4.4 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Louise was great and helped at a sad time to give Dad a fitting send-off.” — Paul R.

“Scott, who led the cortege, put everyone at ease on the difficult final journey.” — Paul R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google