After a Death in Westmorland and Furness | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Westmorland and Furness

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Westmorland and Furness 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 Westmorland and Furness

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

7.6 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Could not thank Russ enough for his help in arranging our dad's funeral. Very sympathetic, understanding and also respecting and accommodating our religious beliefs.” — Chowping T.

“Russ and Jen were extremely professional and gentle in their approach to our Father and us. They put us in touch with Karen, a celebrant, who managed to capture his personality and what he stood for which made the celebration of his life very personal.” — Helen R.

Fishwicks Funeral Service logo

2. Fishwicks Funeral Service

15.7 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Darren Wilson Darren Wilson Darren Wilson Darren Wilson

Meet Darren, Darren, Darren +21

“A massive thank you to Lisa for your support throughout and for organising my partner's funeral/cremation and to Graham Skilling for the way he presented the ceremony and making it feel like a celebration not a goodbye.” — Sophie L.

“I would like to give a special thanks to Karen Crayston, our Celebrant who helped us arrange the service and delivered it beautifully on the day just as mum would have wanted.” — David E.

Little and Caine Ltd logo

3. Little and Caine Ltd

17.1 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £2130 Cremation from £2075
Craig Davidson Craig Davidson Craig Davidson Gareth McClelland

Meet Craig, Craig, Craig +23

Family-run independent funeral directors serving Grange-over-Sands since 1948, offering caring and professional funeral services.

F & W Green Funeral Directors Ltd logo

4. F & W Green Funeral Directors Ltd

17.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The experience felt truly personalised, with thoughtful attention given to our needs and wishes.” — B. C.

“They sorted everything for us with professionalism and care, taking a huge weight off our shoulders.” — B. C.

5. Saunders & Son Funeral Directors Limited

17.9 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2995 Cremation from £1350
Liam Appleby Liam Appleby

Meet Liam, Liam

“Liam has been wonderful in dealing with my father's funeral. He has been very professional and caring with my family at our time of bereavement.” — Mark W.

“Liam's approach was perfect from start to finish. Fantastic service - kind, helpful and went the extra mile.” — Jo M.

Little and Caine Ltd logo

6. Little and Caine Ltd

19.8 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2130 Cremation from £2075
Craig Davidson Gareth McClelland Helen Caine-Barclay Jayne Doyle

Meet Craig, Gareth, Helen +9

“We do not live locally and Pam and all the team helped us sort out all the funeral arrangements and the wake for our uncle. They were professional, friendly and kind throughout our dealings with them.” — Anne G.

“They handled the whole cremation and interment process with efficiency and provided us with all the advice, information and support that we needed at a difficult time.” — Tim H.

Co-op Funeralcare (inc. M T Sawrey) logo

7. Co-op Funeralcare (inc. M T Sawrey)

20.0 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service and customer care, from start to finish.” — Sarah S.

“From the first contact with Kelly the Funeral Director they were professional and empathetic. We cannot speak highly enough of them and the service they provide.” — Debra B.

Alan M Fawcett logo

8. Alan M Fawcett

21.2 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They provide a very personal / family service. Everything sorted with the minimum of fuss. Excellent service.” — Paul H.

“Alan M Fawcett ensured that nothing was too much trouble for us as a family during that sad time. And the actual funeral itself went flawlessly.” — Ken M.

Alan M Fawcett logo

9. Alan M Fawcett

22.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Independent family funeral directors in Carnforth, North Lancashire, serving families with dignity and care since 1973.

Little and Caine Ltd logo

10. Little and Caine Ltd

24.0 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Craig Davidson Craig Davidson Gareth McClelland Gareth McClelland

Meet Craig, Craig, Gareth +19

“Thoughtful and professional service from the outset. I would definitely use Little and Caine again but hopefully not too soon.” — Marie C.

“Can't thank them enough for the wonderful, caring service they offer. Nothing is too much trouble. I would highly recommend them.” — Hazel P.

Sheldon (Funeral Services) Ltd logo

11. Sheldon (Funeral Services) Ltd

24.0 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jack and his team gave us a 5 star service from start to finish. Looking after my Dad, he was continually professional, friendly, and sympathetic. Nothing was too much trouble, and my Fathers very elaborate funeral went smoothly throughout the day. Amazing.” — Holly M.

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    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
    in the last week
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google