After a Death in Newry Mourne and Down | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Newry Mourne and Down

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Newry Mourne and Down 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 Newry Mourne and Down

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Charles Digney and Sons Funeral Directors logo

1. Charles Digney and Sons Funeral Directors

9.3 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Totally professional but caring and no request too difficult. It's a very stressful time but made all the easier by this undertaker.” — Paul G.

“The Digney Family provided a professional, supportive and very caring service to all our family during a most difficult and sad time when our lovely Mum passed away.” — Maeve C.

2. Paul McEvoy Funeral Directors

9.4 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We cannot praise them high enough. We used his funeral home which was absolutely beautiful.” — L C.

“I have never been to such a beautiful funeral. The burial was so tastefully done. Credit to you all.” — jayne d.

3. James Minnis and Son

10.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

4. Charles Digney and Sons Funeral Directors

11.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

5. George Preston Funeral Directors

11.2 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Douglas Funeral Directors logo

6. Douglas Funeral Directors

15.4 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bill Reid Bill Reid David Jess

Meet Bill, Bill, David +3

“Kind, caring, and compassionate at every turn. Outstanding service from start to finish.” — J B.

“From the first point of contact to the last, they have gone above and beyond, and dealt with everything so kindly, so gently, so thoroughly and so professionally.” — Caroline S.

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7. Seamus Fitzsimons

18.0 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service well worth 5+ stars” — Rosie M.

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8. Malcomsons Funeral Services Ltd

18.9 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jack and Margaret are very helpful.” — Stephen M.

“Words don't do justice for all you do for people in their times of grief. The way you look after everything in terms of funerals, guidance, and looking after them. For myself and my family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — rab d.

9. John McLearnon and Son

19.3 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jack and Margaret are very helpful.” — Stephen M.

“Words don't do justice for all you do for people in their times of grief. The way you look after everything in terms of funerals, guidance, and looking after them. For myself and my family, thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” — rab d.

McAlinden & Murtagh Funeral Directors logo

10. McAlinden & Murtagh Funeral Directors

19.4 miles away

4.8
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Louise, Francie and Mary have really made this difficult time a little easier. We had a long emotional journey to make from Australia while dealing with the loss of our dearest mum.” — A U.

“Louise handled our mother's funeral with such professionalism, dignity and care. We will be eternally grateful for this incredible service during such a turbulent time for our heartbroken family.” — Conleth K.

Joseph Poots and Son Funeral Directors logo

11. Joseph Poots and Son Funeral Directors

19.4 miles away

4.8
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A Special thanks must go to Lisa, Mark and Cyril for all their professional care — they are a credit to this funeral directors. Nothing was too much trouble for them. The empathy, care and understanding during this very sad time in our lives was greatly appreciated by all family members.” — Julie M.

“Josh was very compassionate on our initial meeting helping me through the process. Both Josh and Cyril made sure that my family and I understood exactly what was happening and everything moved smoothly.” — Joanne R.

Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors logo

12. Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors

20.4 miles away

4.8
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Bill Reid Bill Reid Bill Reid

Meet Bill, Bill, Bill

“The service received from everyone at Ronnie Thompson's was exceptional, dignified and respectful at all times.” — Michael P.

“Such respect and honour with just the right amount of humour. We'll always be grateful.” — Michael B.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

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    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
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    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
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    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

    Shirley via Google
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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
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    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
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    Without a shadow of doubt the ladies at Haines, Polegate, Rhia, Jodie and Vanessa are so professional. That is just the tip because they all in their own way add so much more to …

    Sally Attfield via Google
    5

    The services offered by Wealden Funeral Services were so much more than I expected. Like so many people, I am no stranger to loss, but rarely have I encountered a funeral company …

    Amy St. Onge via Google
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    The kindness and compassion of the staff was wonderful whilst both on initial meeting and throughout. The death of someone you have loved for so long is overwhelming but Verna an…

    Sarah via Google
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    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

    A Google User via Google
    5

    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

    Lisa Walker via Google