After a Death in Antrim and Newtownabbey | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Antrim and Newtownabbey

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Antrim and Newtownabbey 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 Antrim and Newtownabbey

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Directors logo

1. Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Directors

4.3 miles away

5
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2395 Cremation

“George and Karen dealt with all the details in a sympathetic and professional way and gave our family helpful advice and guidance with all the arrangements, making a difficult time much easier for us all.” — Fionn H.

“They made my Dads funeral everything we wanted it to be and took a lot of the organising and pressure away from us.” — Kerrie M.

Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors logo

2. Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors

4.6 miles away

5
(108 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“During such a difficult time, your support meant more than we can express. Every detail was handled with the utmost respect and sensitivity, allowing us the space to grieve while knowing everything was being taken care of.” — Sharon B.

“The care given to my grandfather from the moment he left the house to his return a day later was extraordinary. Any request big or small was never overlooked. They made a very difficult time for us absolutely stress free. From our whole family, we will be forever grateful.” — Naomi S.

3. Hugh O'Kane and Co Ltd

6.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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4. Stephen McCosh Funeral Director

7.7 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Treated with dignity and respect. Funeral went really well.” — Marc D.

“Their impeccable respect and detail to everything was outstanding. It made our hard time so so much easier. My family can't praise or thank them enough for all they did.” — Denise S.

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5. Melville and Co Ltd

8.0 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2980 Cremation from £2540
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“Excellent service very professional for my mother's funeral. Greatly appreciated.” — Lewis M.

“Cara and Samuel are a credit to Melville Morgan, nothing was any problem, so professional. This is the third funeral Melville Morgan have done for my family.” — Lewis M.

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6. James Brown and Sons Funeral Directors

8.5 miles away

5
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jean was with us through everything both times. She was so kind and attentive, at the same time taking care of all arrangements. It made everything so much easier, having confidence in them and knowing how professional they are.” — Rosie M.

“The professionalism, understanding, empathy and genuine warmth and Love of Christ we were met with could be felt. They put you instantly at ease. A credit to the public and they deserve more praise than what I can think to give them.” — This W.

7. Wilton Funeral Directors

8.5 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“This is the third occasion I have used Wilton Funeral Directors. The service is fantastic and they make the whole process so easy.” — Tim O.

“All the staff were very caring and helpful during the whole process which made it easy for me. You could not ask for a better service.” — Joan T.

Melville and Co Ltd logo

8. Melville and Co Ltd

9.5 miles away

4.9
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2980 Cremation from £2540
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“Thank you so much for looking after my brother Colin James McMurray at this difficult time.” — Brian G.

“The staff at the Holywood Road premises are fantastic, really helpful and caring. I appreciate all you have done.” — selene m.

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9. Houston and Williamson Funeral Directors

9.5 miles away

5
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great service for both my granda and my auntie, very friendly, can't thank you all enough for the support you have given to my family over the last 4 months.” — Natalie F.

“You understood what we wanted and made the whole process so easy for us. Thanks also for helping us with the choice of minister. The service he delivered was just beautiful. A very caring and unique service from all.” — Lynn P.

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10. Stephen McCosh Funeral Director

9.8 miles away

5
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gina had every detail dealt with and was always on the other end of the phone with anything we needed — from collection of the body to organising the flowers and service sheets through to the funeral itself. We couldn't ask for any better. Everything was perfect.” — Scott W.

“Simple things such as when we were getting picked up in the limo, the first thing the driver did was check everyone was OK and offer a bottle of water. It makes you as the client feel truly looked after. I felt they really looked after my father and helped give him a really great send off.” — Graeme M.

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Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google