
Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
An attended funeral is a full funeral service with family and friends there. Our funeral directors in Rochford will help you arrange it, and be with you at every stage.

Setting the highest standards for care, service and facilities
Working with charities and carers to improve support
Guiding families with local sensitivity and understanding
We are located next to Rochford Congregational Church on the high street.
This is what an attended funeral costs at our Rochford funeral director, including the fees we estimate you will pay to other organisations.

Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.

Keep them close with an urn, scatter tube, garden memorial or piece of memorial jewellery.

Create a lasting place of remembrance. Somewhere to return to, reflect and remember.
Rated 4.8 / 5 based on 50 reviews.
Hayley was so professional in arranging my father’s funeral. A difficult time made easy by her calm, caring approach with subtle guidance where needed. Going above and beyond in making the day run smoothly and to time. Hayley is such an asset to J W Tate her charming jolly character instantly puts one at easy, easy to talk to Hayley was amazing throughout. Many thanks from all the Newby’s.
Funeral director Joe was amazing on the day. A really calm approach he knew his job well and he oozed confidence in his role. The rest of Joe’s team were equally exemplary in their respective roles. Thank you guys.
Andrew Newby, 2 October 2026
We & our father would highly recommend using Dignity J W Tate & Sons. Hayley & Julie organised our mums funeral and we could not be happier with how everything went. They did everything for us to the Order of Service which was exactly what we wanted. Also the drivers on the actual day at the Chapel & Service/Celebrant. Thank you so much.
Jane L, 22 September 2026
From start to finish hayley was caring compassionate and we as a family felt that Stephen was in safe hands so we would all like to say thank you
Annelesley Holmes, 21 September 2026

Bereavement and grief affect people in different ways. There's no right or wrong way to feel. The NHS website has advice and places to go for support.

If you get certain benefits you may be eligible for the Funeral Expenses Payment. You can find out more, check your eligibility, and apply on the GOV.UK website.

There are government organisations that need to know when someone dies. Tell Us Once is a service that lets you report the death to most of them in one go.
Practical guides on arranging a funeral and what to expect.
Your local funeral director can talk through our costs and any personal touches you want to include. Let us know what you're thinking and we'll work to your budget.