Coffins and caskets
Choose from a range of materials and designs – simple and understated through to ornate or colourful.
Unattended funerals in Rochford
An unattended funeral is a simple cremation with nobody present. Our funeral director in Rochford takes care of everything and returns the ashes to you.
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J W Tate & Son Funeral Directors, Rochford
We are located next to Rochford Congregational Church on the high street.
- 20 North Street, Rochford, Essex, SS4 1AB
Call 24 hours a day:
01702 544396
Office opening hours:
Monday – Friday, 9am – 5pm
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What an unattended funeral costs in Rochford
One price, with nothing else to pay. This is what an unattended funeral costs at our Rochford funeral director.
Unattended funeral
- Our services
- £1,645
- A simple, Unattended Funeral coffin, or choose any other and pay only the difference
- Care in our first class facilities
- A cremation without a ceremony or mourners present
- Total
- £1,645
What an unattended funeral includes
Everything below is included in the price.
Talk to someone in Rochford
Our local team can talk you through the options and what everything costs, with no obligation.
What families say about us
Rated 4.8 / 5 based on 40 reviews.
Rated 5/5
From the minute you walk in the door Natasha was wonderful friendly and very compassionate. The Paul barrers were excellent and professional . David the officiant was excellent very caring and compassionate I couldn’t have asked for a better send of.They did my brother proud
Angie Burrows, 19 February 2026
Rated 5/5
Thank you to all at J W Tates of Rochford
rich baker, 20 January 2026
Rated 5/5
I can only echo the glowing reviews listed below; I have no idea if it is frowned upon to name individuals in reviews such as this but as some have already done so I will gladly follow suit as Natasha in particular along with Jason and the whole team at J.W. Tate & Sons deserve every piece of recognition that comes their way.
From the initial call to the moment when Jason closed the car door a final time we were treated with compassion, empathy and kindness. At the most difficult of times Natasha could not have been more patient and understanding while maintaining the highest possible standards. She provided invaluable advice and everything discussed was delivered in a thorough and most professional way; Jason visited the day before to go through and explain how the following day would transpire and ensured the service was exemplary and well loved by all that attended and viewed online.
On behalf of my family I cannot thank them enough and hope this review, in some small way, reflects our genuine gratitude.
Gary B, 7 February 2024
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Grief after bereavement
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Help with funeral costs
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.
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Advice and guidance
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What to do when someone dies
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Types of funeral
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Direct cremation funeral plans
A plan covering cremation without a service – what is and is not included, how you can still personalise it, and how paying, changing and cancelling work.
How to reduce funeral costs
Five practical ways to bring a funeral bill down, who is responsible for paying it, and why a cheaper funeral need not be a lesser one.
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