Funeral planning in Comber, Newtownards
The passing of a loved one can pose quite a lot of challenges to anyone. Naturally, you might be unsure what you’re supposed to do in such a situation or whom you’re supposed to inform. You can turn to the team at Gilmore Funeral Directors for advice and support in such a situation.
What to do if a death occurs
Decide between burial and cremation
Final resting place
Finding the right coffin
Embalming
Day and time of service
Transportation
Publication of death notice
Type of ceremony
Memorial/inscription or later interment of ashes
Registration of a death
It is the principal duty of a relative to register, but this task can be carried out by the person responsible for making the arrangements, the occupier of the premises where the death occurred or a person present at the death.
If you are unsure of what to do when registering a death, we will gladly advise you.
Where appropriate and available, the following documents should be taken to the registrar’s office at the time of registration.
Registering a death is a simple process of questions and answers, which the registrar will conduct. Some of the information you will be asked for are noted below.
If the deceased was married, the date of birth of the surviving spouse
You should be aware that the registrar will charge you for any copies of the certificate of registration of death extract that you require.
If you have any questions, which have not been answered here, please feel free to contact our staff. They can help with every element of organising a funeral service.
Registration of a death
It is the principal duty of a relative to register but this task can be carried out by the person responsible for making the arrangements, the occupier off the premises where the death occurred or a person present at the death.
If you are unsure of what to do when registering a death, we will gladly advise you.
Where appropriate and available the following documents should be taken to the registrar’s office at the time of registration.
Registering a death is a simple process of questions and answers, which will be conducted by the registrar. Some of the information you will be asked for are noted below.
If the deceased was married, the date of birth of the surviving spouse
You should be aware that the registrar will charge you for any copies of the certificate of registration of death extract that you require.
If you have any questions, which have not been answered here, please feel free to contact our staff. They can help with every element of organising a funeral service.