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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?
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Want to find out for sure?
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Interested in: Just the probate application (£1,000)
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Daren Persson Funeral Services was founded in 2003.
Our dedicated teams at our North Shields and Wallsend funeral homes are committed to creating tailored funerals that reflect the unique life of your loved one.
We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.
"Bill, Roy and the rest of the team — thank you so much for your support, kindness and guidance. It was an absolute god send at such a difficult time."
— Lynd (about Bill & Roy)
"Bill guided us through what was a very difficult time with empathy and support when required. He kept in touch with us throughout and made the process as painless as it could be."
— Joanne Duncan (about Bill)
"Bill made us feel at ease and explained everything clearly, nothing was too much bother and he was a huge help at such a difficult time."
— Donna Stanley (about Bill)
"When my mam passed away I had no idea what I had to do. From the very first phone call they guided me through everything. Every step was easy with their help."
— Helen Cowen
"I would like to thank Ian and Suzanne for all the help and support they gave me and my family through a very hard time. We won't forget what you's have done."
— Mark Livermore (about Ian & Suzanne)
"Suzanne and Bill went above and beyond all expectations. They were there every step of the way for us as a family. Nothing was too much of a bother for them day and night. They made the saddest of times a lot more bearable for us."
— Heather Anderson (about Suzanne & Bill)
Bill Bremner
Funeral Director
"Bill made us feel at ease and explained everything clearly. Nothing was too much bother and he was a huge help at such …"
Bill Bremner
Funeral Arranger
"Bill made us feel at ease and explained everything clearly, nothing was too much bother and he was a huge help at such …"
Bill Bremner
Funeral Director
"Bill made us feel at ease and explained everything clearly. We had never arranged a funeral before and nothing was too …"
Bill Bremner
Funeral Arranger
"Bill made us feel at ease and explained everything clearly, nothing was too much bother and he was a huge help at such …"
Daren Persson
Founder / Funeral Director
Daren Persson founded the company in 2003 after gaining seven years' experience in the local funeral business. Service …
Daren Persson
Founder / Funeral Director
Daren Persson founded the company in 2003 after gaining seven years' experience in the local funeral business. Service …
Daren Persson
Founder
Daren Persson founded Daren Persson Funeral Services in 2003 after gaining seven years' experience in the local funeral…
Daren Persson
Funeral Director
Derek Mole
Team Member
Derek Mole
Team Member
Heather Jasper
Team Member
Heather Jasper
Team Member
Jack Taylor Burns
Team Member
Jack Taylor Burns
Team Member
Martin Henderson
Team Member
Martin Henderson
Team Member
Roy Chisholm
Funeral Director
Roy was described by a reviewer as very professional but with a warm manner, keeping families in touch with all arrange…
Roy Chisholm
Funeral Arranger
Roy Chisholm
Funeral Director
Roy is a funeral director and point of contact for families, handling arrangements with professionalism.
Roy Chisholm
Funeral Director
Roy is a funeral director and point of contact for families, handling arrangements with professionalism as noted in cus…
Suzanne Bremner
Team Member
Suzanne Bremner
Team Member
Joanne Duncan
2 months ago
Bill was professional and caring at all times. He guided us through what was a very difficult time with empathy and support when required. He kept in touch with us throughout the time mam was with you and made the process as painless as it could be.
Jan Russell
2 months ago
Can’t recommend this company enough!! 1st class service.
Sharon Ruocco
4 months ago
Roy and all the staff were very professional but with a warm manner. He kept us in touch with all arrangements.
I MILLER
4 months ago
Well done. They are professional, curtious and competitively priced.
Dawn Day
6 months ago
Daren Perssons we’re amazing through the whole process of my dads funeral from phone calls checking in to visits at the funeral Home and seeing my dad
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If anything has changed, a quick call with a specialist can confirm.
A quick call with a specialist can help you figure out what applies.
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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