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Celebrating 120 Years
Serving the local community for over 120 years

Providing funeral services to the communities of Belfast and the surrounding areas, via our branches in Newtownards Road, Dundonald, Dunmurry, Knockbreda Road, Lisburn Road, Newtownabbey, and Whiteabbey.

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Prices from

£1,700

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    Why choose
    James Brown & Sons Funeral Directors?

    Since 1904, James Brown & Sons Funeral Directors have been serving the community of Belfast and the surrounding area with professionalism and a commitment to providing the best service possible.

    We’re proud to support Belfast and its surrounding areas as Funeral Directors but we’ve also made efforts to show our continued support by pledging £20,000 to community organisations that are promoting positive social action and improvement.

    Our funeral home locations include: Belfast – Newtownards Road, Belfast – Knockbreda Road, Belfast – Lisburn Road, Dundonald, Dunmurry, Newtownabbey and Whiteabbey. We can be contacted 24 hours a day, by telephone or email, and are here to discuss your needs. Or if you prefer, we can visit your home to discuss funeral arrangements.

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    Latest Reviews

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    James Brown & Sons provided a beautiful and respectful service. They took time to talk and listen to the family and met all our needs. A lovely funeral home also.

    Deborah Stevenson

    Google

    The service my brother and I received was exceptional from start to finish. They were so respectful and friendly at such a difficult time. My mum had a funeral plan with Choice which made the process so much easier. I can’t remember the man’s name…

    Angela L

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    Recently I buried my father in law and Rebecca made it very easy, she went above and beyond to surprise the family with special touches that brought a smile when we thought there would be none. Andrew also brought peace to the family and took…

    Charlene

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    My father passed away recently and Glynis, Jean, Stephen and all the team made the funeral process so much easier. Their heartfelt compassion and efficiency was second to none and they took all the pressure off our family allowing us to grieve. We cannot thank…

    Jackie Nicholl

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    The team at Brown's were professional sympathetic and helpful throughout this ordeal of arranging a funeral for my husband.They weren't pushy with products and were helpful with all aspects of arranging things. I felt they took control of everything from leasing with the minister regarding…

    Marjorie McClelland

    Google

    Attended a funeral with James Brown this week and it was just beautiful. The celebrant did a great job of having a calm and reassuring expression throughout the service. The staff in charge of the cars and horses were exceptional and professional. They followed everyone's…

    Sarah Scott

    Google

    We are so grateful to James Brown & Sons for their support during an incredibly difficult time. Jean was absolutely amazing — professional, compassionate, and incredibly helpful from start to finish. She made everything feel manageable and gave us so much comfort and reassurance while…

    Joel

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    I was touched by and so grateful for the personal and professional service we had from Brown's in the conduct of our mother's funeral. From the on call team to the attendance at the thanksgiving service, we didn't know what we needed, but the team…

    Alex Goss

    Google

    Deborah was outstanding she was so kind & really helped us with the entire process which was very overwhelming & emotional. I also have to mention David Brown who was so professional & made the day of the funeral easier for us as a family.…

    Sarah Graham

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    Jean and Glynis done a great job. Glynis took over when Jean was off and completed everything we required she was fabulous from showing us in person the order of service as we had only seen the pictures on a sheet with Jean....we changed our…

    Arlene Macartney

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    Our Services

    Types of funerals

    Burials are the most popular form of funeral in Northern Ireland with a service at the funeral home or church with a family gathering afterwards. Cremations have grown in popularity in recent years with religious or non-religious services taking place at the local funeral home, church or alternative venues. All our funeral homes can arrange burials in the various cemeteries in Ards & North Down, Belfast, Carrickfergus, Lisburn, Newtownabbey or elsewhere and also cremations at Roselawn or Newtownabbey.

    Each of our funeral homes offers religious services for all, regardless of faith. We can also organise a suitable minister for those who have no church connections but still want this service. Please feel free to let us know of any special consideration and we’ll do our utmost to accommodate it. Alternatively, if you are looking for something a bit different, unique and more personalised or less formal than a traditional service, we can support and guide you to create a farewell that is a true celebration of the life of your loved one.

    Products & Services

    At James Brown & Sons Funeral Directors, we understand that funerals are incredibly personal so everything will be built around your needs by our experienced funeral directors and arrangers. Please do let us know if you have any special requests and we’ll do our best to help. We’ll listen to you and let you choose the level of support you would like, while guiding you through the practical and legal requirements.

    Thinking about a Funeral Plan?

    Choice

    Choice Funeral plans enable you to arrange and pay for your Funeral Director Services in advance, which could provide peace of mind to you and your family.

    Learn more about Choice Funeral Plans

    We're available 24 hours 365 days a year

    Call 02890451021 visit branch or arrange a home visit