After a Death in Stockton-on-Tees | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Stockton-on-Tees

Bereavement support & funeral directors

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.

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 Stockton-on-Tees

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Crake and Mallon Funeral Service logo

1. Crake and Mallon Funeral Service

1.1 miles away

5
(56 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Alison Crake Alison Crake Alison Crake

Meet Alison, Alison, Alison +12

“A lovely touch to proceedings 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 performed the service and all our family members who attended praised him and said what a beautiful service. Our mam would be so moved and proud.” — June

2. Relph Funeral Directors

1.1 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“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.

The Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. The Co-op Funeralcare

1.2 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Rose Funerals and Memorials logo

4. Rose Funerals and Memorials

1.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
B Thomson D Tinkler Georgia Gracie

Meet B, D, Georgia +11

“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.

5. Rose Funerals

1.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Rose Funeral made the process very easy and me and my family couldn't thank everyone at Rose enough. The service was lovely and very respectful.” — Jack B.

“Yous done an outstanding job for my dad. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.” — andrea s.

Thornaby Funeralcare logo

6. Thornaby Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

2.7
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They are committed to making funeral arrangements easy in difficult situations. They did an amazing job — Bill's funeral was lovely.” — Dawn G.

“From the first conversation, they were kind, understanding and respectful, guiding us through every step with patience and genuine care. They provided an exceptional service during one of the hardest moments of our lives, and for that we will always be extremely grateful.” — Ann C.

7. Colin McGinley Independent Family Funeral Service

2.1 miles away

4
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Independent family-run funeral directors in Eaglescliffe, Stockton-on-Tees, offering personal, professional and compassionate care.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

3.0 miles away

4.3
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

Relph and Teeside Funeral Service logo

9. Relph and Teeside Funeral Service

3.0 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

David Knowles Funeral Service logo

10. David Knowles Funeral Service

3.1 miles away

5
(50 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2300 Cremation from £1495
David Knowles

Meet David, David, David +1

“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.

“He has the ability to make you feel that you are the only people receiving a service from him and his team. This is a special quality and sets him apart.” — Eric R.

11. Colin McGinley Independent Family Funeral Service

3.3 miles away

4.9
(62 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“He guided our family through every step with genuine care, compassion and patience. In such a tragic and heartbreaking time, he made everything feel that little bit easier to cope with.” — Ian S.

“Gary was so compassionate, I almost feel as though we're friends at the end of all of this. He was so efficient, respectful and well organised. Gary didn't rush or advise to add on a lot of extras, being authentic and honest in what he thought we may want and need.” — Annie H.

12. Relph Funeral Service

3.4 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I am sorry if at times I relied on your support too much — a reflection of just how much comfort and reassurance the whole team provided during the most difficult of times.” — 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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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We are so incredibly grateful for the dedication, compassion and care by Karen and the team here. Thank you for helping give mum a lovely send off as she would’ve wanted. The staf…

    Abi via Google
    5

    Very respectful and professional team. Great service and experience through difficult times. Would recommend.

    Maria Andrews via Google
    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    5

    Thank you Maria for your kindness through a difficult time. I would recommend this service to anybody.

    Lionel Richards via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    You never think you will have to make funeral arrangements, but life can be cruel and take your loved one suddenly. I was confused, upset, and not sure where to turn. I trusted my…

    Sarah Riley via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    We cannot thank Bobby and the whole team enough for helping us get through the worst time of our lives. We lost our son at only 34 years old the pain was unbearable. Our first mee…

    clive hollington via Google