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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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Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors has been providing quality funeral services to the families of Lisburn and its surrounding areas for more than 50 years. Based at 20 Ballinderry Road, Lisburn, the company is a totally independent, family-run business whose owners remain actively involved in all aspects of day-to-day operations. In 2007, Bill and Anne Reid acquired a majority stake in the company, and in 2022 oversaw a major expansion and complete refurbishment of the premises, further cementing their commitment to delivering the very best service to clients.
The funeral home is the only purpose-built facility within an 11-mile radius and boasts a 144-seat funeral church — the largest in the area. The team offers a prompt, personal 24-hour on-call service, 365 days a year, and operates a modern fleet of Jaguar hearses and limousines finished in two-tone black over royal claret. Services include pre-arranged and pre-paid funeral plans, embalming, personalised funerals, memorial and monument options, and support with grief and bereavement.
With senior funeral directors who have amassed almost 40 years of combined experience, Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors is dedicated to serving families from all backgrounds, religions, and faiths with equality, kindness, and professionalism. Their ethos is to treat every family with the same care they would give their own nearest and dearest.
"From the start David was respectful and understanding, giving us time to make decisions. The directors followed our wishes."
— Margaret Mc Cracken (about David)
"Thank you so very much to John and all the staff for helping our family through the passing of our beautiful Mum. Such respect and honour with just the right amount of humour. We'll always be grateful."
— Michael Blair (about John)
"David WhatsApp'd the funeral so my daughter in England could be there via the mobile. The funeral was very professional."
— Margaret Mc Cracken (about David)
"Would just like to thank everyone from the bottom of my heart for everything Ronnie Thompson's did for the funeral of my mum — from sitting down with David on day one to himself and Andy, the way they handled everything was a fantastic service."
— Big g (about David)
"From the moment that I spoke with John, I felt listened to and he was so empathetic. I came away knowing that my dear late husband would be treated with dignity and respect. This gave me such peace of mind at the most difficult time of my life."
— Helena Mills (about John)
Bill Reid
Managing Director / Funeral Director
Bill, alongside his wife Anne, has been involved in funeral care since 1991 and acquired a majority stake in Ronnie Tho…
Bill Reid
Managing Director / Funeral Director
Bill, alongside his wife Anne have been involved in funeral care since 1991. In 2007, Bill and Anne began their involve…
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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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