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

Stevenage District

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Stevenage 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 Stevenage District

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Austin's Funeral Service logo

1. Austin's Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Kerry Hall

Meet Kerry

“Austins are the best funeral directors in the UK. Compassionate, warm, friendly staff — so many thanks to these amazing people.” — Terry m.

“The Chauffeur bearers and team were so friendly, helpful and professional — we just couldn't have asked for anything more. Thank you for helping us give our Mum the best send off possible.” — andy t.

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2. Powells

1.1 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The wishes for my Father were all met and took away the stress and emotions we were feeling at this time. The quality of service they gave him could not be faulted.” — Janet P.

“They had one of the photos we used printed and placed in a frame for us. A much welcome surprise.” — Tracey G.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

1.2 miles away

5
(44 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“As soon as we met Duncan and his team at Stevenage Co-Op we were put at ease that our beloved mum's funeral would be handled professionally and with care. Nothing was too much trouble and on the day of the funeral everything went smoothly because we knew we were in good hands.” — Josie R.

“Laura and Duncan exceeded our expectations with their gentle, sympathetic yet fully professional care that helped us through a very sad time organising a family funeral.” — J E.

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4. Austin's Funeral Service

2.4 miles away

4.8
(33 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We felt it would be fitting to use again for another family funeral. We were definitely right to do so, as it was such a perfect send off from start to finish.” — Nadine S.

“I wasn't pressured into buying the Hertfordshire Funeral Plan and their staff was really helpful and polite answering any questions I had. I cannot recommend them enough.” — Joanna H.

J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors logo
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Austins Funeral Service logo

6. Austins Funeral Service

2.7 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Austins Funeral Service Knebworth offers compassionate, 24/7 funeral care with over 300 years of heritage in Hertfordshire.

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7. County Funerals

2.9 miles away

5
(119 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2970 Cremation from £1195
Amelia Stoker Amelia Stoker Donna Goddard Donna Goddard

Meet Amelia, Amelia, Donna +15

“I was really impressed with the smoothness of how everything went, from the initial meeting with Grant to the continuity with Donna. The process was hassle free and I was treated with warmth and respect. I cannot recommend County Funerals highly enough for their first class service in what was a stressful time for my family.” — malcolm w.

“What is one of the hardest times in a family's life is made so much easier by the compassionate, professional and personable approach, where nothing is too much. Thank you for the faultless service you provided to our loved one.” — Thomas B.

J J Burgess & Sons Independent Family Funeral Directors logo
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

9. Neville Funeral Service Ltd

4.8 miles away

4.8
(23 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Barry was excellent and we found him very supportive throughout. Debbie on reception was very helpful guiding us through the process.” — Elaine W.

“Having used this firm for my father's funeral in 2021, I had no hesitation in returning there again when my mother passed away. The staff combine efficiency with warmth and understanding, so I felt I was in very good hands throughout.” — Debra S.

Austins Funeral Service logo

10. Austins Funeral Service

4.9 miles away

3.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jackie is lovely, very comforting and explains everything clearly with no rush. Our head was Gary and he was very professional and joined in with the banter which was great to lighten the spirit.” — Dave W.

“They took great care of mum from the first time I walked in to the wake, they have been 1st class. Can't fault anything, it was the perfect send-off.” — A J.

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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