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

Rotherham District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Rotherham 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 Rotherham District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. J P Neal Independent Funeral Service

0.6 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you Jeremy and Team, for making our sad day so special” — Monika H.

“Thank you Jeremy and your team for being so caring helpful and understanding during our sad time” — Sharon R.

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2. Co-op Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mum was well looked after after she passed. She looked so peaceful. They helped to take all the stress off my shoulders — so caring.” — June L.

“From the moment we arrived, on a Sunday, due to family having to travel from far away, we were made to feel at ease and all the discussions as to what we wanted were carried out with genuine sensitivity and compassion. This has been a very difficult time for our family but I could not say more in praise of Coop Rotherham for making things right.” — Neil S.

3. Co-op Funeralcare

1.3 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We lost my Mother in Law just before Christmas which was very distressing. Thank you to the lovely ladies at Wickersley branch who arranged her funeral with kindness and dignity.” — Nicki B.

“I can honestly say that the service provided by Co-op Funeral Care, Wickersley has been exceptional from start to finish. Compassionate, professional and efficient are just a few key words.” — Mrs W.

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4. J Parkinson and Sons

1.3 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Many thanks to Johnathon, Wendy and colleagues for an exceptionally professional, efficient and friendly attitude to our recent funeral services to our Mum, Edna Bateman, 109 years.” — David W.

“From our first phone call through to the funeral service, everything was taken care of professionally and with empathy.” — rob c.

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5. J Parkinson and Sons

1.7 miles away

4.9
(41 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“With being a family business you have family values. You talked us through the process, being respectful & professional all the way through. You enabled us to provide a celebration of life for dad to a high standard and what he deserved.” — Lisa

“These people are phenomenal and although it's their job you can see the love and passion they put into making it a little bit easier for us grieving families.” — Kim

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6. Turners Funeral Service

2.2 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“Joe and Tracey are exceptional. They are kind, caring and helpful throughout the process.” — Tim S.

“Her husband David Senior was always given sincere empathy mixed with professionalism, whilst still keeping us fully informed. The team on the day of the funeral were outstanding showing great care and understanding.” — Peter D.

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7. J H Clark and Son

2.8 miles away

5
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you for making a very difficult time a little easier. You were genuine and caring and nothing was too much trouble. A very professional service.” — Kerry M.

“Exceptionally professional and caring. They were so kind, approachable and helpful at every stage of Mum's funeral arrangements. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them.” — Stephanie B.

8. Greasbrough Funeralcare

2.9 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They went through everything with no pushy sales. I'm now sorted with the Co-op — excellent friendly service.” — julie h.

“Very friendly and looked after us every step of the way, made the day all we could have expected and more.” — Andy H.

9. Johns Funeral Service

2.9 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You guided us with grace and dignity in providing us with a fitting tribute to our mum - a life well lived.” — Lynsey P.

“Their empathy and professionalism made the worst time of our lives a little more bearable. Attention to detail was fab - nothing was too much trouble.” — Kerry G.

10. Newsome's Funeral Directors

3.0 miles away

3.9
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Amanda understood the changes I wanted to make, and did so very smoothly. All very efficient, perfect really.” — Dean E.

“Thank you to Amanda, Martin and the team for providing a compassionate, friendly service from start to finish, and making a difficult time more bearable.” — Ruth B.

11. G E Foers and Co

3.0 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a time when we were very vulnerable the staff at Foers looked after us incredibly well. Despite all of the changes they had to deal with during the Covid19 pandemic, we were treated with kindness, empathy and understanding at all times.” — Olivia T.

“Johan organised the funeral for my mum yesterday. It was so beautiful, respectful and professional. The staff at G E Foers & Co went above and beyond at a difficult time. The family could not have wished for a more poignant, beautiful farewell for my mum.” — Caz C.

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12. H Keeton

3.6 miles away

5
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Every aspect of the process was handled with dignity and respect, with absolutely no attempt to upsell when a very simple affair was requested. I felt sure that my mother was in good hands.” — David G.

“From our first phone call when Mum passed to the cremation itself, Tom and the team showed us nothing but care, compassion and dignified professionalism, helping us through such a difficult time with the utmost efficiency.” — Paul K.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google