Stockton-on-Tees
If someone has died in the Stockton-on-Tees area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews
1.1 miles away
Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +9
“A lovely touch was having Neil walk the funeral cortège out of the street. Everything was organised perfectly with grace and compassion. Mam would have been so grateful to you.” — Graham S.
“Daniel who performed the service — all our family members who attended praised him and said what a beautiful service. He was very respectful, our mam would be so moved and proud.” — June
1.1 miles away
“Couldn't fault the whole team for their effort and dedication at a difficult time. Would fully recommend Relph should you need a friendly professional and caring funeral director.” — Mick R.
“We used Relph Funeral Services once again and can't thank them enough for helping make the arrangements for dad's funeral be so seamless from the start.” — Sue W.
1.2 miles away
“Sarah asked us the right questions to help us as a family remember our fondest memories… kept in contact to ensure we were all ok… we have had family and friends contacting us to say how wonderful Sarah was.” — John H.
“From the girls in the funeral parlour to the funeral director they were always professional and at the same time I felt that I was getting personal treatment. The service was moving and personal.” — Helen S.
1.9 miles away
Meet Jamie
“Rose Funeral made the process very easy and me and my family couldn't thank everyone at Rose enough. The service at the Stockton Crematorium was lovely and very respectful.” — Jack B.
“A massive thank you. Yous done an outstanding job for my dad. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.” — andrea s.
2.0 miles away
“Andrea, Michelle and Katie all went the extra mile to make sure that my late father-in-law was cared for very professionally. When we interned Bill's ashes Andrea said a few words which were very caring and personal which we really appreciated.” — Dawn G.
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Independent family-run funeral directors in Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees, offering personal, professional and compassionate care.
3.0 miles away
“I found the service extremely efficient, warm, great attention to detail and to what we as a family wanted.” — Vickie S.
“Friendly and understanding staff offering empathy and dignity at all times.” — Cindy M.
3.0 miles away
“James the minister who took the service had Mum down to a T. We as a family would highly recommend Relph to anyone without hesitation.” — Dorothy W.
“Joe Johnson was amazing when my dad died. He was professional yet personable and always had our wishes at the forefront of his mind. He was very helpful in regards to keeping things within our means yet always had our wishes at the forefront of his mind when discussing things.” — michelle p.
3.1 miles away
Meet David, David, David
“He was so patient, kind and understanding with my elderly and very deaf mum. My Dad was treated with absolute dignity throughout and David helped us ensure he got the send off that the family wanted and that he deserved.” — Trevor P.
“You have made the most difficult time not only bearable but have facilitated to the point where we have all been able to be at peace. No matter the request he respected and made it happen.” — Sarah A.
3.3 miles away
“We truly felt supported from start to finish. They went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect and treated my grandad with the utmost respect and dignity. Their professionalism and attention to detail made a very difficult time a little easier for our family.” — Cypress M.
“In such a tragic and heartbreaking time, he made everything feel that little bit easier to cope with. Gary also helped organise the wake by recommending buffet services and local venues. His down to earth, yet respectful manner was everything we needed as a family.” — Ian S.
3.4 miles away
“If I could give more than five stars I would. The service from Relphs Acklam Middlesbrough branch was outstanding.” — jimmy c.
“Relphs made a very emotional and challenging time a lot easier and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend their business — not only due to their caring and experienced customer service but also because their pricing was extremely reasonable.” — Jenny S.
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