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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
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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
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John Fraser and Son is a family-run funeral director and monumental sculptor firm based in Inverness, established in 1884 and now in its fourth generation of family ownership. With over 140 years of service to the community, the business has built enduring relationships with families across the Highlands, guided by a consistent commitment to professionalism, empathy, and excellence. The current proprietor, Vicki Fraser, took over from her father Ian Fraser in 2014, continuing the family legacy while embracing new ideas in response to client needs.
Operating from their Inverness funeral home at 17–29 Chapel Street, the team offers a comprehensive range of funeral services, planning each funeral individually and with great care to ensure every wish is fully realised. They provide 24-hour assistance, attended and unattended funerals, pre-paid funeral plans, and memorial stonework crafted by skilled craftsmen. The Inverness office is open Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with around-the-clock telephone support available at any time.
John Fraser and Son hold memberships with the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD), the Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF), the British Institute of Embalmers, Golden Charter Funeral Plans, and the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons, reflecting their dedication to the highest professional standards.
"Our family have always used John Frasers. Excellent service from start to finish. Professional and helpful staff, who can't do enough to help."
— Karren Cuthill
"Very supportive and understanding. Ensured we were well cared for after the loss of a loved one and guided us step by step through the processes. Could not have asked for better."
— H P
"The service from John Fraser & Son from start to finish has been immensely reassuring and comforting. Everyone I had contact with showed me they were happy and content to be a member of a splendid family business."
— Alan Duffield
"The kindness and sensitivity shown, took away much of the stress and emotional strain which comes at these times. Attention to detail was exacting, and all the staff were marvellous from start to finish despite arrangements having to happen over hundreds of miles."
— Barbara Tomkinson
"I have attended 3 funerals here and each time the service is second to none with extreme care and compassion every time. Loved one was also well cared for and we were allowed to visit as many times as we needed before funeral. Funeral itself was perfect with everything requested done with precision and class."
— H P
"Drew and the team at John Fraser and Son were exceptional from start to finish when my dad passed. They listened to my family's wishes and prepared his funeral above and beyond what I expected. The service was beautiful and I am so thankful for them to be a part of my dad's final journey in caring for him and supporting me."
— April Mackenzie (about Drew)
Alan McDiarmid
Funeral Assistant
Alan has 4 years' service as a Funeral Assistant.
Andrew Wheeler
Memorial Craftsman
With 33 years' service, Andrew is a Member of the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons.
Chris Fisher
Funeral Assistant
Chris has 3 years' service as a Funeral Assistant.
Craig Noble
Funeral Assistant
Craig has 1 year's service as a Funeral Assistant.
Darlene Mackay
Funeral Administrator
With 10 years' service, Darlene holds a Diploma in Funeral Arranging and Administration.
Drew Green
Manager
"Drew and the team at John Fraser and Son were exceptional from start to finish when my dad passed. They listened to my …"
Iain Jack
Funeral Director
With 18 years' service, Iain holds a Diploma in Funeral Directing and is a Member of the British Institute of Embalmers.
James Thomson
Funeral Director
With 6 years' service, James holds a BA (Hons) in Drama and Performance and is a Member of the British Institute of Emb…
Kevin MacLennan
Funeral and Memorial Assistant
With 3 years' service, Kevin is a Member of the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons.
Mike Don
Funeral and Memorial Assistant
With 8 years' service, Mike is a Member of the British Register of Accredited Memorial Masons.
Sarah Maclean
Funeral Director
With 9 years' service, Sarah holds an MA (Hons) in Psychology and a Diploma in Funeral Directing, and is a Member of th…
Sharon MacPhee
Financial Administrator
With 20 years' service, Sharon is a Member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers.
Susan Fraser
Funeral Administrator
With 11 years' service, Susan holds a Diploma in Funeral Arranging and Administration.
Vicki Fraser
Proprietor
4th generation family member with 23 years' service. Holds a BA in Business Studies and a Diploma in Funeral Directing,…
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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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