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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.
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
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McAlinden & Murtagh Funeral Directors is a well-established, family-run business located at 2 North Street, Lurgan, Co Armagh. Under the leadership of Francis McAlinden and Louise Taylor, a dedicated father and daughter duo, the firm provides compassionate and professional funeral services to families across Lurgan, Craigavon, Portadown, and the surrounding regions. As proud members of the National Association of Funeral Directors, they go above and beyond to provide a complete service that lightens the load for bereaved families.
The team at McAlinden & Murtagh handles all aspects of the funeral process, from the initial arrangements through to the wake, service, flowers, catering, and final resting place. Their purpose-built funeral home is situated in the tranquil Ardmore area, just a 10-minute drive from Lurgan, offering a peaceful setting for families at their most difficult time. The experienced team, who have been with the firm for many years, offer guidance, support, and care with empathy and discretion.
Francis and Louise are passionate advocates for their clients and the broader public, actively striving for improvements in the funeral sector and supporting new approaches to end-of-life care. Louise's dedication extends beyond the business through her work with the Little Forget Me Nots Trust, which supports bereaved parents. Families are encouraged to visit the North Street office or call for 24-hour assistance.
"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."
— Edel Gilchrist (about Louise)
"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 Kane (about Louise)
"Francie, Mary and Louise were absolutely amazing. They guided us through my dad's wake, funeral and cremation with kindness, patience and genuine care. Nothing was too much trouble, and they made sure my dad's final journey was done with great respect and support."
— Roisin Gilmore (about Louise)
"Louise showed incredible compassion, professionalism, and attention to detail. From the very first conversation, Louise guided us through every step with kindness and care, making sure that nothing was overlooked as we were travelling home from Australia. Their support made a painful process more manageable, and for that, we are deeply grateful."
— Dearbhla Gambling (about Louise)
"Sometimes in life thank you is not appropriate enough to express an appreciation for the care and attention shown by Louise to my wife's last arrangements during our recent bereavement, words are inadequate, but we as a family are eternally grateful."
— Gerard Kane (about Louise)
"We could not have asked for a more personal, professional, respectful, trusting and empathetic family to have by our side during this difficult time. We as a family wholeheartedly thank everyone in Mc Alinden and Murtagh who were involved in the care of our Mum and family throughout this process from our first text to Louise mid flight when our Mum passed away to the compassionate and timely communication we are still receiving today."
— Edel Gilchrist (about Louise)
Francis McAlinden
Funeral Director
Francis is a dedicated and hardworking funeral director who leads McAlinden & Murtagh alongside his daughter Louise. He…
Louise Taylor
Funeral Director
"We could not have asked for a more personal, professional, respectful, trusting and empathetic family to have by our si…"
Mary McAlinden
Office Manager
Mary is an integral part of the team, ensuring everything runs seamlessly and efficiently. She takes the lead on organi…
Nicola
Funeral Planner
With years of experience in retail, Nicola is adept at listening to client needs and brings an understanding approach t…
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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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