What to do after death
The Funeral
Do not make arrangements for the funeral until you are sure the death does not have to be reported to the Coroner – this will determine the date when the funeral can be held.
Find out if there is a will and whether there is any expression in it about the funeral arrangements. However, the executor is not bound to follow the instructions left in a will in relation to burial or cremation.
Whoever arranges a funeral is responsible for paying the bill. Funerals can be expensive so it is important to know where the money is coming from.
If there is to be a service contact the appropriate person for the religion or belief. If you are not sure the funeral director should be able to help. The British Humanist Association can give advice on a non-religious ceremony.