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 grief leaves you numb. The company honoured every word of the funeral bond taken out many years ago. 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 mother's funeral and will continue to recommend them to anyone.” — Julie C.

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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

“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.

“Darwin and his family could not have been more helpful and caring when my father died. They made a difficult time much easier to deal with. I would wholeheartedly recommend them.” — Tracy C.

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.” — Claire B.

“He is so professional and meticulous in detail. He also took care of my Father's 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.

“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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6. Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors

12.8 miles away

5
(105 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jon took care of every detail from start to finish and carried out all of our instructions exactly as requested, making an incredibly difficult time much easier for our family. Nothing was overlooked, and everything was handled with compassion, dignity, and professionalism at all times.” — bayleaf2366

“Anytime we looked to him for help or advice on the day of the funeral, he was there. We are grateful for both his kind and caring professionalism towards our mother, as well as to my sister and I. Thank you so much for supporting us through such a difficult time.” — Helen L.

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7. Mulhollands Funeral Directors

13.2 miles away

5
(67 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Every step of the process was personal and professional. We could not have wished for or received better service.” — David F.

“As a family we felt fully supported and cared for throughout the entire process. Joanne could not have been more kind and considerate. Her attention to detail and gentleness to every aspect was amazing.” — Laura K.

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
(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.

11. Wilton Funeral Directors

14.7 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.

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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 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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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    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
    in the last week
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google