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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.
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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
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You probably don't need to pay for the funeral yourself
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H. J. Paintin Ltd. is a genuinely family owned and family run independent funeral business, established in Linton, Cambridgeshire in 1909. With over 110 years of history serving communities across Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex, the company was founded by Mr Augustus Did-Dell and is today managed by his great-grandson, Rothgar Did-Dell Paintin, alongside his wife Susan, daughters Sarah and Rachel, son Matthew, son-in-law Gavin, and grandson Joshua. The Linton branch is one of three premises operated by the firm, alongside offices in Haverhill and Sawston.
The Linton branch offers a complete, compassionate and dignified funeral service, available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. The premises features disabled access, discreet arranging rooms, a Chapel of Rest and private offices. From the moment a family makes contact, the team strives to ensure that every last wish is fulfilled with affection, respect and the fullest dignity, making each funeral as special as the life being remembered.
With telephone lines always personally answered by their experienced team, H. J. Paintin provides not only funeral services but also funeral plans and memorial services, all bespoke to each family they serve. Their rich heritage and deeply personal approach have made them a trusted name in the local community for well over a century.
"Just so caring and the daughter was just a lovely person. The pall bearers were just lovely. Thank you - you did my mum proud."
— Tricia Street
"All the staff are amazing and polite and friendly. They looked after my mum when she passed away and kept me informed about what was happening. It's family run and I give them 100% good service."
— PHILLIP EXLEY
"Rachel and all the staff at Paintin looked after our Mum who died in Somerset. Paintin organized all the arrangements for returning her to Cambridgeshire and made sure the funeral was exactly as she would have liked it."
— W D. (about Rachel)
"Dealt with much empathy and compassion. When we visited him in the chapel of rest, they were so kind, caring, and explained what we needed to know. If you need compassion, total top class service from day of losing your loved one to day of the funeral, this is the place to go."
— Pam Mcgeorge
"Sarah and the team at HJ Paintin were so sensitive and loving to us as a family. They made things that seemed difficult, easy and their guidance where I didn't know what I wanted was invaluable. If you want your loved one who has passed to be respected and looked after tenderly then please don't doubt this firm."
— Emma Duncan (about Sarah)
"They were so kind to my sister Rachel - the funeral director went above and beyond, especially on funeral day when my sister found it all too much when the hearse arrived."
— Pam Mcgeorge
Bailey
Support Team
Bailey is a member of the H.J. Paintin family and support team.
Bailey
Support Team
Bailey is a member of the H. J. Paintin support team.
Don
Support Team
Don is a member of the H.J. Paintin family and support team.
Elaine
Support Team
Elaine is a member of the H. J. Paintin support team.
Elaine
Support Team
Elaine is a member of the H.J. Paintin family and support team.
Gavin
Operations and Support
Gavin is Rothgar's son-in-law and looks after the operational and support sides of the business.
Gavin
Operations & Support (Son-in-law)
Gavin is Rothgar's son-in-law and looks after the operational and support sides of the business.
Gemma
Support Team
Gemma is a member of the H.J. Paintin family and support team.
Gemma
Support Team
Gemma is a member of the H. J. Paintin support team.
Joshua
Operations & Support (Grandson)
Joshua is Rothgar's grandson and looks after the operational and support sides of the business.
Joshua
Operations and Support
Joshua is Rothgar's grandson and looks after the operational and support sides of the business.
Matthew
Operations and Support
Matthew is Rothgar's son and looks after the operational and support sides of the business.
Matthew Paintin
Operations & Support
Matthew is Rothgar's son and looks after the operational and support sides of the business.
Rachel
Funeral Director
"Rachel and all the staff at Paintin looked after our Mum who died in Somerset. Paintin organized all the arrangements f…"
Rachel Paintin
Funeral Director
"Many thanks to Rachel and all the staff for looking after our Mum who died in Somerset. Paintin organised all the arran…"
Rothgar
Managing Director
Rothgar Paintin is the current Managing Director and Great-Grandson of the founder. He continues to arrange and conduct…
Rothgar Paintin
Managing Director
Rothgar is the current Managing Director and Great-Grandson of the founder. He continues to arrange and conduct funeral…
Sarah
Funeral Director
"Sarah and the team at HJ Paintin were so sensitive and loving to us as a family. They made things that seemed difficult…"
Sarah Paintin
Funeral Director
"Sarah and the team were so sensitive and loving to us as a family. They made things that seemed difficult, easy. If you…"
Susan
Family Member
Susan is the wife of Managing Director Rothgar Paintin and plays an invaluable role in the family business.
Susan Paintin
Family Member
Susan is Rothgar's wife and continues to play an invaluable role in the family business.
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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:
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