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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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We need a bit more info
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Colin McGinley Independent Family Funeral Service is an independent, family-run funeral directors located at 235A Acklam Road, Middlesbrough. The Acklam branch was established in 2014 when Colin McGinley decided to rebrand and expand, opening this funeral home to serve the Middlesbrough community. Since opening, the branch has grown from a small team of four to a dedicated team of twelve members, including family members from both the McGinley and Savage families.
The branch is led by Garry Savage, supported by his wife Tracy, and a wider team of caring professionals. Testimonials from families highlight the exceptional care, kindness, and compassion shown by Garry and his colleagues, who are praised for going the extra mile to ensure everything runs smoothly during difficult times. The team is committed to providing a professional, personal, and caring service tailored to the individual wishes of each family.
Colin McGinley Funeral Service also partners with Golden Charter, one of the UK's largest funeral plan providers, allowing families to pre-plan their funeral arrangements with confidence. The Middlesbrough branch can be reached by telephone on (01642) 826 222, and is open Monday to Friday 8:30am–4:30pm, with Saturday and Sunday appointments available on request.
"In such a tragic and heartbreaking time, he made everything feel that little bit easier to cope with. Gary also helped organise the wake by recommending buffet services and local venues. His down to earth, yet respectful manner was everything we needed as a family."
— Ian Sills (about Gary)
"Gary was so compassionate, I almost feel as though we're friends at the end of all of this. Gary didn't rush or advise to add on a lot of extras, being authentic and honest in what he thought we may want and need. He was also readily available at all times."
— Annie Hunter (about Gary)
"They also made it easy for me to see my mum whenever I wanted, something I'll always be so grateful for. All of the staff showed such professionalism, grace and empathy throughout."
— Megan Hanrahan (about Gary)
"Garry also booked the venue for his wake. He organised the food which was amazing and arranged for Edwina to do his beautiful flowers. He made what was a heartbreaking time a lot easier for me and my mam. He made us laugh through a difficult time and often checked that we were OK."
— Karen Eilertsen (about Garry Savage)
"Your guidance felt less like a professional service and more like a steady hand during our darkest hours. The empathy, patience, and respect you showed toward our customs gave our family immense peace of mind. You ensured my Mum was treated with the utmost dignity, and for that, we will be forever grateful."
— Dee Patel (about Gary Savage)
"Words cannot express how much Garry cared for my family during a recent bereavement. He went above and beyond at every step. His compassion, professionalism, and genuine kindness will never be forgotten. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you, Garry."
— emma bowcock (about Garry)
Colin McGinley
Founder / Funeral Director
Colin qualified as a Funeral Director in July 1989 and founded the business, initially operating as Yarm Funeral Servic…
Garry Savage
Funeral Director
"He made us laugh through a difficult time and often checked that we were OK. Garry also booked the venue for his wake, …"
Garry Savage
Funeral Director
"Words cannot express how much Garry cared for my family during a recent bereavement. He went above and beyond at every …"
Lauren Savage
Team Member
Lauren is the daughter of Garry and Tracy and has been part of the team since the Acklam branch opened in 2014.
Tracy Savage
Team Member
Tracy Savage works alongside her husband Garry at the Acklam branch and was part of the original founding team of four …
Tracy Savage
Team Member
Tracy is part of the founding team at the Acklam branch and works alongside her husband Garry to provide compassionate …
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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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