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

Mid and East Antrim

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Mid and East Antrim 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 Mid and East Antrim

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Mulhollands Funeral Directors logo

1. Mulhollands Funeral Directors

8.0 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It's never an easy time when a loved one passes away, the loss and the grief leaves you a bit numb and your head is all over the place. The company honoured every word of the funeral bond and nothing was any bother to them.” — Norman R.

“I cannot thank them enough for the support, help with making the funeral arrangements and keeping us informed at every step, making a very difficult time that little bit easier. I have previously used them for my mothers funeral and will continue to recommend them to anyone.” — Julie C.

Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Directors logo

2. Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Directors

8.2 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.

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3. J Stevenson and Son

10.0 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“1st class service.” — Malcolm R.

“Expertly handled, beautifully and sympathetically carried out. Cannot speak highly enough of their care. Have used previously and Stevensons have never failed to come through.” — Susan B.

4. Alan Francey Funeral Services

10.4 miles away

4.4
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first phonecall, through the planning stage, right through to the service of remembrance, cremation and burial of ashes we were treated with utmost respect and compassion at all times. We are so proud of the send off our loved one received.” — Claire B.

“Alan has the utmost compassion and respect for families who just have lost a loved one. He is so professional and meticulous in detail. He also took care of my Fathers funeral over 11 years ago and other family members have also used Alan at very difficult times in their lives.” — Kathryn T.

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5. Stephen McCosh Funeral Director

12.7 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“In a time when other Directors said 'No' because of the COVID restrictions, Stephen McCosh and his marvellous Team made the impossible 'possible' and brought our Mum home for one last time. Their services could not be faulted and their impeccable respect and detail to everything was outstanding. It made our hard time so so much easier.” — Denise S.

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6. Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors

12.8 miles away

5
(98 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Our mother's burial was a more positive experience from collecting her remains from the Nursing Home to the actual burial. We changed our minds regularly but the staff took it in their stride. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — Jane C.

“Jackie guided us through the process and took away the stress of making arrangements at such a difficult time. It is such a comfort to the family that they and their relative are treated with respect and dignity at all times.” — Maureen B.

Mulhollands Funeral Directors logo

7. Mulhollands Funeral Directors

13.2 miles away

5
(63 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jackie was amazing dealing with all my arrangements and concerns, offering solutions that were perfect. Tom made sure my father had a beautiful service and burial.” — Tanya a.

“A massive thank you for the love, care and respect we were shown on our dad's passing. From the minute they were contacted, nothing was a problem. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.” — Elizabeth M.

8. Wilton Funeral Directors

13.3 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A simple service done very well. Much appreciated by the family.” — Neil M.

“A simple service done very well Much appreciated by the family” — Neil M.

9. Hugh O'Kane and Co Ltd

13.4 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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10. James Brown and Sons Funeral Directors

14.1 miles away

5
(24 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Susan's death was a shock and unexpected and Jean talked us through everything we needed to do and more. Would not have been able to do it without them.” — Karen J.

“After visiting a previous funeral parlour which was quite unprofessional and cold, the professionalism, understanding, empathy and genuine warmth and Love of Christ we were met with could be felt. After our second choice, James Brown & Sons, we knew we did not need to view a third place.” — This W.

11. Wilton Funeral Directors

14.7 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very much a caring respectful service.” — Margaret C.

“Couldn't ask for better service, everyone was very helpful and made it very easy for me.” — Edith M.

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12. Melville and Co Ltd

16.3 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 the team did an excellent job of arranging my father's funeral. They made the whole process incredibly easy during a difficult time.” — Peter M.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google