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Michael G Ryan Son & Daughters Funeral Directors is a family-run funeral home established on 1st January 1998, located at 106–108 Malpas Road, Newport, Gwent. Founded by Michael Ryan, who began his career as a carpenter and joiner before discovering a deep calling for the funeral profession after refurbishing a funeral home in Newport, the business has grown into a trusted name in the local community. Michael was so moved by the respect and compassion shown to the deceased and their families that he dedicated himself fully to the industry, ultimately building his own funeral home.
The business is truly a family affair. Michael's daughters Louise and Rachael have both followed in his footsteps. Louise became Britain's Youngest Undertaker after directing her first funeral at the age of 19, a record later taken by her sister Rachael, who directed her first funeral the day after her 16th birthday in 2011. Rachael's journey was documented in a BBC documentary titled 'Britain's Youngest Undertaker', showcasing the compassionate and dignified approach the business is committed to.
Serving Newport, Cardiff, and the surrounding areas, the team is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They offer a comprehensive range of funeral services including cremations, burials, green and woodland funerals, unattended cremations, and repatriation, as well as prepaid funeral plans. The branch is part of Funeral Partners Limited and is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors.
"They handled the funeral with thought and dignity. They were so easy to deal with from start to finish."
— Julie Lloyd
"Thank you so much for your unwavering support during this very difficult time. No request was too much trouble. Highly recommended."
— Paula Burns (about Jordan)
"The staff there have been so respectful and professional in the process. They looked after our family and helped us feel at peace. Wonderful staff, friendly and supportive for everyone."
— CFS Fire
"It is nothing short of excellent and exceptional the service we have had. It was done with compassion and care and kindness. They have made a very difficult moment in time a little easier for my in laws at this time."
— Michael Goldwyn (Mikey)
"After contacting another well known funeral directors locally to be told because it was a weekend and bank holiday they would get back to me when they can, I reached out to Michael G Ryan son & daughters. I spoke to someone who showed compassion and promised me a call back. We felt ourselves and our loved one were in very safe hands."
— Michelle Kelly (about Louise)
"Even when i couldn't co operate properly due to grief you still took your time and patience with me and i cant thank you enough. Mum had the most beautiful send off and thank you all from the bottom of my heart I couldn't of asked for anything to be done better. I would like to thank you all personally for putting together a beautiful memorial book of mum and everything from that day i will forever treasure."
— Chanell Parcell (about Claire)
Claire
Team Member
"Even when i couldn't co operate properly due to grief you still took your time and patience with me. Mum had the most b…"
Claire
Team Member
"Even when i couldn't cooperate properly due to grief you still took your time and patience with me and i cant thank you…"
Louise Ryan
Funeral Director
"After contacting another well known funeral directors locally to be told because it was a weekend and bank holiday they…"
Louise Ryan
Funeral Director
"After contacting another well known funeral directors locally to be told because it was a weekend and bank holiday they…"
Louise Yhnell
Funeral Director
"After contacting another well known funeral directors locally to be told because it was a weekend and bank holiday they…"
Louise Yhnell
Funeral Director
"After contacting another well known funeral directors locally to be told because it was a weekend and bank holiday they…"
Michael George Ryan
Founder
Michael started his working life as a carpenter and joiner before founding Michael G Ryan & Son on 1st January 1998 aft…
Michael George Ryan
Founder
Michael started his working life as a carpenter, joiner and shop fitter before becoming involved in the funeral industr…
Michael Ryan
Founder
Michael started his working life as a carpenter and joiner before entering the funeral industry after being impressed b…
Michael Ryan
Founder/Funeral Director
Michael started his working life as a carpenter and joiner before entering the funeral industry after refurbishing a fu…
Mike
Team Member
Mike
Team Member
Mike is a member of the team at Michael G Ryan Son & Daughters Funeral Directors.
Pat Ryan
Team Member
Pat Ryan
Team Member
Pat Ryan is part of the family team at Michael G Ryan Son & Daughters Funeral Directors.
Rachael Ryan
Funeral Director
Rachael started full time in 2011 and directed her first funeral the day after her 16th birthday, taking the title of B…
Rachael Ryan
Funeral Director
Rachael started full time in 2011 and on the day after her 16th birthday directed her first funeral, taking the title o…
Rachel Ryan
Funeral Director
Rachael did work experience at 15 and started full time in 2011. On the day after her 16th birthday she directed her fi…
Rachel Ryan
Funeral Director
Rachael joined the business full time in 2011 and directed her first funeral the day after her 16th birthday, taking th…
Simon
Team Member
Simon
Team Member
Simon is a member of the team at Michael G Ryan Son & Daughters Funeral Directors.
Samantha McKenzie
a month ago
Rachel has recently directed my mums funeral. The service provided by the family was excellent from beginning to end. I can highly recommend Michael G Ryan Son & Daughters, they were very professional and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you all so much.
CFS Fire
7 months ago
Me and my family would like to extend our greatest thanks to MGR S&D. The staff there have been so respectful and professional in the process. They looked after our family and helped us feel at peace. Wonderful staff, friendly and supportive for everyone. Thanks guys I have nothing but respect for you all.
Michael Goldwyn (Mikey)
a year ago
It is nothing short of excellent and exceptional the service we have had from Michael G Ryan Son & Daughters Ltd. It was done with compassion and care and kindness. It was so professionally done. All staff were brilliant 👏 from start to finish. They have made a very difficult moment in time a little easier for my in laws at this time!! Thanks for the support today!!!🙂❤️
Julie Lloyd
8 months ago
A huge thank you to Michael G Ryan for handling my mum's funeral yesterday. They were so easy to deal with from start to finish and handled the funeral with thought and dignity. Thank you
Chanell Parcell
a year ago
I would like to take this time to say thank you to Michael G Ryan Son and Daughters especially to claire who made this so much easier for me to deal with. Everything was done with respect and top standards even when i couldn't co operate properly due to grief you still took your time and patience with me and i cant thank you enough. Mum had the most beautiful send of and thank you all from the bottom of my heart I couldn't of asked for anything to be done better. P.S I would like to thank you all personally for putting together a beautiful memorial book of mum and everything from that day i will forever treasure thank you.
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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?
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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
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If you'd like to talk about probate or funeral costs, call Sail Probate free:
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