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Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
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Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
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E.J. Gumery and Son are independent family funeral directors based in Worcester, proudly serving the city and surrounding areas for over 155 years. Established in 1870, the business remains family-owned and managed, reflecting a deeply personal commitment to care, compassion, and dignity at every stage of the funeral process.
The team takes complete responsibility for all the details involved in arranging a funeral, ensuring that relatives have as little to worry about as possible during a difficult time. Their service is available 24 hours a day, including weekends and Bank Holidays, with general office enquiries handled Monday to Friday between 9am and 5pm. Once notified of a death, everything can be left safely in their care, with the exception of registration.
E.J. Gumery and Son offer three carefully designed funeral packages — the Windsor (Traditional), Oakdale (Simple), and Acorn (Direct) — allowing families to choose the option that best suits their needs and budget. Additional services include cremations, church funerals, graveside services, custom memorial services, chapel of rest visits, headstones and memorials, and pre-paid funeral plans. Their longstanding reputation is reflected in the heartfelt testimonials from the families they have supported.
"A wonderful team of people who care about what they do. Thank you."
— Kim Elliott
"A huge thank you to James and all the team for a professional service. It's always a sad time when you lose a loved one — you all definitely made the experience easier to cope with."
— Kerrie East (about James)
"Wayne and his colleagues were attentive, respectful and professional in making the arrangements for our mum's funeral. They also recommended Gill to us, who did a brilliant job as celebrant — just so kind and compassionate. I highly recommend the services of both E J Gumery and Gill Edmonds."
— Heather Watson (about Wayne)
"A huge thank you to Wayne and the staff for the care and attention they gave myself and my children during the difficult process of arranging and carrying out my wife's funeral. They gave us time to consider the arrangements and make our decisions. We carried the casket both into the service and to her burial and they were very accommodating of our needs."
— Robert Cooper (about Wayne)
"He checked in on my welfare in a sensitive and professional way, and when I wanted to make a few last-minute changes, it wasn't any trouble at all. I also visited my dad in the chapel of rest, and I was struck by the care and attention to detail — they all seem to take exceptional pride in their work."
— Boots 38 discovers (about Theo)
"It was alien territory and the last thing you want is to be hassled during such difficult circumstances. So it came as an absolute pleasure to have Theo take care of everything for me. He was very calm and empathetic, very in tune with my dad's wishes and took on board his personality. It made the whole experience effortless. To the point it was a pleasure."
— Boots 38 discovers (about Theo)
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Question of 3
Did the person who died own a property?
Including any property in their name, even if jointly owned.
Were there savings, investments, or other assets?
Bank accounts, shares, pensions, or valuables above a few thousand pounds.
Was there a will?
Even if you're not sure where it is, knowing one exists can change the process.
This can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. A probate specialist can walk you through the next steps — no obligation, no pressure.
That's one less thing to worry about. If anything changes or you'd like a quick confirmation, a specialist can put your mind at rest.
Many families don't have all the information straight away — that's completely normal. A quick chat with a specialist can help you understand what applies to your situation.
What the probate process looks like
Apply for Grant of Probate
Collect assets & close accounts
Pay debts & tax
Distribute the estate
A specialist handles all of this for you.
Trusted by thousands of families across the UK
You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
The estate will likely go through probate, which means the funeral costs can be paid from the estate. You need a probate specialist to make this happen.
Sail Probate · Fixed fees, nothing upfront
Probate might not be needed
That means the funeral costs probably can't be covered this way. But every situation is different — a quick chat can confirm.
We need a bit more info
Don't worry — lots of people aren't sure at this stage. A quick chat can work out whether the funeral costs can be covered.
Want to talk it through?
Free, no obligation.
Want to check with a specialist?
Free, no obligation.
Want to find out for sure?
Free, no obligation.
Sail Probate · Trusted by thousands of families
A specialist will call you soon
Free, no-obligation advice from Sail Probate
What happens next
Request received
Just now
A specialist reviews your details
Within 1 hour
You'll receive a call
Within 24 hours
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
Result saved
If you need help later, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
We'll give you a call
A Sail Probate specialist will talk you through everything and answer any questions.
Interested in: We handle everything (£6,000)
Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
No problem
If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
Lines open now Lines open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm · 0808 196 0258
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