Clifford Ward
0.3 milesPreston, PR1 2UX
£2,090 attended funeral £1,200 direct cremation from their price list
Catholic funeral directors & services in Preston
We don’t yet list a specialist Catholic funeral director near Preston, but most local funeral directors can arrange a Catholic funeral. There are 25 Catholic churches within 5 miles (the 8 nearest are listed below). A Catholic funeral usually has three parts: a vigil or reception of the body into church the evening before, a Requiem (funeral) Mass, and the rite of committal at the grave or crematorium.
Funeral directors near Preston
We haven’t identified a specialist Catholic funeral director close to Preston yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Catholic funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Catholic funerals? Tell us.
Co-op Funeralcare
0.3 miles54-56 Meadow St, Preston, PR1 1TR
Co-op Funeralcare
Kirkham Funerals
0.9 milesFylde Road, Preston, PR2 2NJ
H. J. Whalley and Sons Funeral Directors
0.9 miles2-4 Lowndes St, Preston, PR1 7XS
£2,795 attended funeral £1,545 direct cremation from their price list
Dignity
Neil Buckley Funerals
1.3 miles6 Liverpool Road, Penwortham, Preston, PR1 0AD
24/7
Browns Funeralcare
1.6 milesWoodplumpton Road, Preston, PR2 2LQ
Catholic churches near Preston
A Catholic church can often help with prayers, a faith leader.
You can also find more Catholic churches in Preston on ChurchNearMe.
- St. Wilfred's · 0.2 miles
- Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa · 0.3 miles
- St Walburge's · 0.7 miles — Weston Street, Preston, PR2 2QE · website
- Church of St Thomas of Canterbury and the English Martyrs · 0.7 miles — Garstang Road, Preston, PR1 1NA
- St. Mary Magdalen's R.C. Church Penwortham · 1.1 miles
- St Gregory the Great · 1.1 miles
- Sacred Heart Church · 1.5 miles — Newton Road, Preston
- Our Lady and St Patrick's Church · 1.7 miles — Higher Walton Road, Preston, PR5 4HD
Catholic cemeteries & burial sections nearby
- St Gregory · 8.8 miles
- St Teresa's Cemetery · 13.9 miles
Catholic funerals: what to expect
| Burial or cremation | Both are permitted; burial is preferred |
|---|---|
| Ashes | Should be buried or interred in a sacred place — not scattered, divided or kept at home |
| Service | Vigil (often the night before), Funeral Mass or funeral liturgy, and committal |
| Who to contact | The parish priest of the person who died, alongside your funeral director |
| Afterwards | A Month’s Mind Mass and anniversary Masses; Mass cards are a common gesture |
Etiquette for guests
- What to wear: Dark or muted, smart clothing.
- What to say: “I’m so sorry for your loss”, or “May they rest in peace.” Offering a Mass card is a traditional gesture of sympathy.
- Flowers: Flowers are welcome; some families ask for donations to a charity or the parish instead.
Practical steps in Preston
- The doctor records the cause of death and the medical examiner reviews it.
- Register the death with Preston register office within 5 days of the medical examiner’s office confirming the death can be registered. How to register.
- Contact a funeral director and your Catholic church — they can help arrange the key rites (Vigil, Requiem Mass and rite of committal).
- Book the cemetery — see local options.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a Catholic church near Preston?
The nearest Catholic churches to Preston include St. Wilfred's (0.2 miles), Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa (0.3 miles), St Walburge's (0.7 miles).
Can Catholics be cremated?
Yes. The Church allows cremation but prefers burial, and asks that ashes are buried or kept in a sacred place rather than scattered or kept at home.
Can you have a eulogy at a Catholic funeral?
Usually a short tribute is allowed, often before the final commendation. Rules vary by parish and diocese, so ask the priest.
What is a Month’s Mind?
A Mass celebrated about a month after the death to pray for the person who died — a particularly strong tradition in Irish Catholic families.