After a Death in Mid and East Antrim | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Mid and East Antrim

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Mid and East Antrim area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.

What to do after a death

1

Register the death

This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.

2

Choose a funeral director

Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.

3

Arrange the funeral

Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.

4

Sort out the estate

You may need probate. Use our free checker to find out, or speak to a specialist for advice.

Need more detail? Our step-by-step guides cover everything from costs to what happens on the day.

Funeral directors near Mid and East Antrim

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Mulhollands Funeral Directors logo

1. Mulhollands Funeral Directors

8.0 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It's never an easy time when a loved one passes away, the loss and the grief leaves you a bit numb and your head is all over the place. The company honoured every word of the funeral bond and nothing was any bother to them.” — Norman R.

“I cannot thank them enough for the support, help with making the funeral arrangements and keeping us informed at every step, making a very difficult time that little bit easier. I have previously used them for my mothers funeral and will continue to recommend them to anyone.” — Julie C.

Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Directors logo

2. Fleming and Cuthbert Funeral Directors

8.2 miles away

5
(27 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2395 Cremation

“George and Karen dealt with all the details in a sympathetic and professional way and gave our family helpful advice and guidance with all the arrangements, making a difficult time much easier for us all.” — Fionn H.

“They made my Dads funeral everything we wanted it to be and took a lot of the organising and pressure away from us.” — Kerrie M.

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3. J Stevenson and Son

10.0 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“1st class service.” — Malcolm R.

“Expertly handled, beautifully and sympathetically carried out. Cannot speak highly enough of their care. Have used previously and Stevensons have never failed to come through.” — Susan B.

4. Alan Francey Funeral Services

10.4 miles away

4.4
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the first phonecall, through the planning stage, right through to the service of remembrance, cremation and burial of ashes we were treated with utmost respect and compassion at all times. Everything was explained in detail and we were never rushed to make a decision.” — Claire B.

“Alan has the utmost compassion and respect for families who just have lost a loved one. He is so professional and meticulous in detail. He also took care of my Father's funeral over 11 years ago.” — Kathryn T.

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5. Stephen McCosh Funeral Director

12.7 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Treated with dignity and respect. Funeral went really well.” — Marc D.

“In a time when other Directors said 'No' because of the COVID restrictions, Stephen McCosh and his marvellous Team made the impossible 'possible' and brought our Mum home for one last time. Their services could not be faulted and their impeccable respect and detail to everything was outstanding. It made our hard time so so much easier.” — Denise S.

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6. Bairds of Antrim Funeral Directors

12.8 miles away

5
(100 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The care given to my grandfather from he left the house, to his return a day later. Any request big or small was never overlooked. They made a very difficult time for us absolutely stress free.” — Naomi S.

“Every detail was handled with the utmost respect and sensitivity, allowing us the space to grieve while knowing everything was being taken care of. Your service was exceptional—thoughtful, respectful, and truly comforting.” — Sharon B.

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7. Mulhollands Funeral Directors

13.2 miles away

5
(65 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From the minute they were contacted, nothing was a problem, everything went as dad had planned. Nothing is ever too much trouble for them. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.” — Elizabeth M.

“It was my first time organising a funeral and being my father I wanted it to be perfect. Every step of the process was personal and professional. We could not have wished for or received better service.” — David F.

8. Wilton Funeral Directors

13.3 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“A simple service done very well. Much appreciated by the family.” — Neil M.

“A simple service done very well Much appreciated by the family” — Neil M.

9. Hugh O'Kane and Co Ltd

13.4 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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10. James Brown and Sons Funeral Directors

14.1 miles away

5
(25 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Susan's death was a shock and unexpected and Jean talked us through everything we needed to do and more. Would not have been able to do it without them.” — Karen J.

“After visiting a previous funeral parlour which was quite unprofessional and cold, the professionalism, understanding, empathy and genuine warmth and Love of Christ we were met with could be felt. After our second choice, James Brown & Sons, we knew we did not need to view a third place.” — This W.

11. Wilton Funeral Directors

14.7 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very much a caring respectful service.” — Margaret C.

“Couldn't ask for better service, everyone was very helpful and made it very easy for me.” — Edith M.

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12. Melville and Co Ltd

16.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2980 Cremation from £2540
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“Excellent service, very professional for my mother's funeral. Greatly appreciated.” — Lewis M.

“Cara and the team did an excellent job of arranging my father's funeral. They made the whole process incredibly easy during a difficult time.” — Peter M.

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    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    Haylie Overy via Google
    5

    We sadly lost our dear mum recently and only a year after we lost my lovely sister, we were in complete shock. We entrusted Ballard and Shortall with the funeral arrangements for…

    Wendy Perretta via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

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    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from Anthony dealing with all aspects of the arrangements for my wife's funeral and cremation services followed by the interment of her ashes in the fam…

    Don Westerman via Google
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    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

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