After a Death in South Hams District | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

South Hams District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the South Hams 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 South Hams District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

John D Andrews and Son Funeral Directors logo

1. John D Andrews and Son Funeral Directors

5.0 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you so much for looking after mum and the great service you provided for us.” — Della W.

“Third time we've used them. Always helpful, compassionate and dignified.” — Rob D.

Walter C Parson logo

2. Walter C Parson

5.1 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A big thank you to Walter Parsons for taking care of us from day one and for looking after Uncle George on his final journey.” — P. I.

“They are a very highly respectable company they have excellent customer service and really care about each person they look after. I cannot recommend them enough.” — 01clifford

Ivybridge Funeralcare logo

3. Ivybridge Funeralcare

5.1 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Wonderful service from the whole team at Ivybridge Funeral Care” — Jonathan S.

“Wonderful service from the whole team at Ivybridge Funeral Care” — Jonathan S.

Hallett Perring & Perrott logo

4. Hallett Perring & Perrott

7.6 miles away

4.5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Perfect down to every detail — awesome service throughout and a great team made it happen smoothly.” — Bernard M.

“Our celebrant Charles did a fantastic job of understanding mum and dad and personalising each service, bringing warmth and energy to the occasion.” — Steven W.

Gill and Eales logo

5. Gill and Eales

8.8 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Tracy did everything to make the process as smooth as possible.” — Mike A.

“We cannot thank the team enough for the incredible care, compassion, and professionalism they showed during one of the most difficult times in our lives. From start to finish, the service provided was absolutely exceptional — truly high-end support that went above and beyond our expectations.” — Cody M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

10.5 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“James was brilliant, a man with a good heart and understanding, he guided me and supported me all the way through.” — Martin S.

“Ben and his team showed nothing but compassion and heartfulness. The service was exactly fit for my Dad, so personal and beautiful.” — Helen M.

Walter C Parson Ltd logo

7. Walter C Parson Ltd

10.9 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They actually dealt with my father 43 years ago too, so it was so appropriate they dealt with mum.” — jo m.

“Special thanks for your help and support at a very difficult time, with the added stress of the Coroner's office. Everything was carried out with care and efficiency.” — Malcolm T.

Maunders Funeral Service logo

8. Maunders Funeral Service

12.3 miles away

5
(116 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
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“Kathryn was so helpful with the planning of my Father's funeral and my late Mother's two years ago. On the day of both funerals, Mark and Kathryn were very attentive, professional and caring. I would highly recommend Maunders when in time of need.” — Alan D.

“Nothing was too much trouble and they could not be faulted at any stage. The celebrant Sharon was patient and interacted with us carefully to describe my husband as if she knew him — completing a beautiful service.” — Lesley V.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

12.4 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Even with the recent computer issues nationwide, Suzy and the team were friendly and professional. Calm and collected. The funeral went as planned and we thank you.” — Paul C.

“Caring compassionate very considerate end to end service. Highly recommend.” — EE z.

Walter C Parson Funeral Directors logo

10. Walter C Parson Funeral Directors

13.1 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I can't imagine that anyone else could offer such a professional yet deeply caring approach and understanding for all the arrangements that we needed to encounter along the way.” — Cheryl U.

“We cannot thank Vikki, Sarah and all of the team enough for their continuous support, genuine compassion and total professionalism, at such a difficult time.” — Alison J.

Katie Mills Independent Funeral Service logo

11. Katie Mills Independent Funeral Service

13.2 miles away

4.9
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They looked after us all and nothing was too much trouble for them. We all could not recommend them highly enough.” — Sherie F.

“Katie was always very caring and understanding of our needs and we would have no hesitation in highly recommending her services.” — Jonathan W.

Walter C Parson Ltd logo

12. Walter C Parson Ltd

13.8 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing is too much trouble, they explain everything and I did nothing it was all done for me. The initial meeting can be quick or you can take your time, there is no rush, you go at your own pace. I cannot recommend them enough.” — Sue C.

“She kept us fully informed and made sure everything was in place very quickly despite the arrangements having to be made across the New Year break and a 250 mile distance between us. We would highly recommend the company, your loved ones will be in very safe hands.” — John S.

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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