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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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Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Our supportive team at Frank Dooley and Son Funeral Directors provides funeral services in St Helen, Nutgrove, Haydock, Widnes and surrounding areas.
At one of the most emotional and difficult times of your life, our experienced team are here to support you and listen to your needs.
Emma Cliffe
a month ago
I can not recommend these guys highly enough that truly justifies the amount of care, compassion, and professionalism they show Gill and Alex are an absolute credit to this company and certainly deserve recognition our mums funeral was perfect Thank-you for all your support throughout this difficult time.
Carol McDonagh
2 months ago
Our family were more than happy with the service Dooleys provided in arranging our Mums Funeral from start to finish. The care and compassion shown to us was faultless. Gill, Alex and all the staff were always in touch throughout it all, and the all of the staff are a credit to the company. Dooleys arranged my Dads funeral many years ago which is why I came back to them again.
Barbara Jennion
5 months ago
From start to finish, Alex from the Widnes branch was superb. He maintained professional respect whilst not being overly solemn when discussing our arrangements. Nothing was too much trouble and he strove to accommodate every request including the more unusual one of attaching my mum’s dancing shoes to the top of her coffin. He organised everything and the people Dooley’s are affiliated with like the Celebrant and Order of Service company were faultless. Even the flowers arranged on mum’s grave after internment were placed perfectly with the pillow of posies at the head - small details that really show respect and care.We did enquire about other funeral directors but they requested a deposit of £2000 up front and wanted us to find out my Dad’s grave number ourselves (Mum was being buried with him). This was not the case with Dooley’s.I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this company to anyone and would 100% arrange any future funerals through them.Thank you so much, Alex and Dooley’s.Barbara, Widnes
Caroline High
6 months ago
I cannot recommend Frank Dooleys highly enough. The team are so compassionate and professional with a special mention to Alex and Gill who ensured that my sister's funeral was exactly what we had asked for. Our family are so grateful for everything the team did.
Kevin edmunds
8 months ago
Can't fault Frank Dooley & sons .. very professional and exceptional service throughout for my wife julies funeral ..Alex was superb with his knowledge and help with all the details and on the day itself...Everything was perfect on the day and what a great send off for my wife .. the flowers where spot on and exactly what I requested .Would like to thank the whole team involved for a fantastic service they all provided ..
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If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
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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