Derry City and Strabane
If someone has died in the Derry City and Strabane area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
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.
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9.6 miles away
“I had to make several requests via telephone and everything was done to ensure it was done correctly. I just want to thank them all.” — Jan S.
“Colin Glenn was professional and caring as he visited our home today. An outstanding service also to Wynne the manager for his professional work.” — Kingsley B.
14.4 miles away
“Lovely family friendly service at such a difficult time. Thank you to Kieran and Noellene.” — RICHARD D.
“Gordon is a great asset to them — any thing I asked was not a problem to them, very professional at their job and manners were above and beyond. What we didn't know, they did.” — Emmett C.
17.3 miles away
“Nothing was too much trouble and everything worked smoothly, despite Covid-19 complications.” — Sam H.
“Caring and empathetic, they took care of everything for us, painlessly.” — Sam H.
25.7 miles away
“The service from D.Watters is exceptional, it is far beyond what one might expect.” — Robin B.
“Every final detail is taken care of to the families wishes and nothing is too much trouble. Really appreciate how they took care of four family funerals over the last seven years.” — Stephen W.
27.0 miles away
“A fantastic personal and professional service.” — Seamy M.
“First class experience from Mickey and Nicky at J. A. Gormley Funeral Directors, thanks for everything you helped with.” — Aidan H.
28.1 miles away
Meet Bryan, Bryan, Carole +1
“Very professional and caring undertaker.” — Elizabeth L.
“Very professional and caring undertaker.” — Elizabeth L.
30.2 miles away
“McCusker family done the most amazing job and they are so dignified with the family. They have also helped other family members through a death of a loved one and I thank you with all my heart.” — donna k.
“They really made our Dad's send off as nice as it could be, even given the circumstances. Real class and dignity. Thanks so much again guys for helping us through the whole funeral process.” — Connor W.
30.6 miles away
Meet Jordan, Jordan
“He made the entire ordeal more manageable and thought of everything going above and beyond. We couldn't recommend enough.” — Gareth M.
“Jordan was there for us during the extremely tough time of the loss of our dear Mother. He was both more respectful and more efficient than I could have imagined. The funeral was dignified and yet somehow the arrangements easy. I cannot thank or recommend him enough.” — Paul M.
32.3 miles away
Meet Eily, Gregory, Michael +1
“So helpful and show so much respect” — PJ M.
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32.4 miles away
Family-run independent funeral directors in Kilrea, serving the community with dignity and care since 1905.
33.1 miles away
“Family funeral directors. Great team very caring. Professional service, highly recommend.” — Jenny D.
“A very professional service from a dedicated family. Could not have asked for a more smooth and better service.” — globemaster67
Free tools
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Get a free, independent estimate based on UK averages. Choose your funeral type, add extras, and see a clear breakdown.
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