Kirkwoods Funeral Directors
0.1 milesThe Old Meeting House, 21C Railway Street, Lisburn, BT28 1XG
Catholic funeral directors & services in Lisburn
We don’t yet list a specialist Catholic funeral director near Lisburn, but most local funeral directors can arrange a Catholic funeral. There are 11 Catholic churches within 5 miles (the 8 nearest are listed below). A Catholic funeral usually has three parts: a vigil or reception of the body into church the evening before, a Requiem (funeral) Mass, and the rite of committal at the grave or crematorium.
Funeral directors near Lisburn
We haven’t identified a specialist Catholic funeral director close to Lisburn yet. The funeral directors below can arrange Catholic funerals — ask about their experience and facilities. Offer Catholic funerals? Tell us.
Bobby Morrison Funeral Directors
0.2 miles32-34 Hillsborough Rd, Lisburn, BT28 1AQ
S. D. Brown Funeral Directors
0.2 miles4 Sackville St, Lisburn, BT27 4AB
£1,800 direct cremation from their price list
Ronnie Thompson Funeral Directors
0.7 miles20 Ballinderry Road, Lisburn, BT28 1UF
£2,119 attended funeral from their price list
The Co-operative Funeralcare
3.3 miles139-141 Kingsway, Belfast, BT17 9RY
Co-op Funeralcare
O'Neills Funeral Directors
4.3 miles98 Stewartstown Rd, Belfast, BT11 9JP
Catholic churches near Lisburn
A Catholic church can often help with prayers, a faith leader.
You can also find more Catholic churches in Lisburn on ChurchNearMe.
- Saint Patrick's Church · 0.2 miles — Chapel Hill
- St Colman's Catholic Church · 1.5 miles — 111 Queensway, Lisburn, BT27 4QS
- Christ the Redeemer · 2.8 miles — Lagmore Drive
- Saint Luke's Church · 3.2 miles — Twinbrook Road, Belfast, BT17 0RP
- Saint Joseph's Magheragall · 3.5 miles — Horse Park
- Our Lady Queen of Peace · 3.5 miles — Upper Dunmurry Lane
- St Anne's Parish Church · 3.6 miles — Kingsway
- Church of the Nativity · 3.7 miles
Catholic cemeteries & burial sections nearby
- St. Mary's Cemetery · 10.5 miles
Catholic funerals: what to expect
| Burial or cremation | Both are permitted; burial is preferred |
|---|---|
| Ashes | Should be buried or interred in a sacred place — not scattered, divided or kept at home |
| Service | Vigil (often the night before), Funeral Mass or funeral liturgy, and committal |
| Who to contact | The parish priest of the person who died, alongside your funeral director |
| Afterwards | A Month’s Mind Mass and anniversary Masses; Mass cards are a common gesture |
Etiquette for guests
- What to wear: Dark or muted, smart clothing.
- What to say: “I’m so sorry for your loss”, or “May they rest in peace.” Offering a Mass card is a traditional gesture of sympathy.
- Flowers: Flowers are welcome; some families ask for donations to a charity or the parish instead.
Practical steps in Lisburn
- The doctor issues the medical certificate of cause of death.
- Register the death with any district registration office in Northern Ireland within 5 days of the death. How to register.
- Contact a funeral director and your Catholic church — they can help arrange the key rites (Vigil, Requiem Mass and rite of committal).
- Book the cemetery — see local options.
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Frequently asked questions
Where can I find a Catholic church near Lisburn?
The nearest Catholic churches to Lisburn include Saint Patrick's Church (0.2 miles), St Colman's Catholic Church (1.5 miles), Christ the Redeemer (2.8 miles).
Can Catholics be cremated?
Yes. The Church allows cremation but prefers burial, and asks that ashes are buried or kept in a sacred place rather than scattered or kept at home.
Can you have a eulogy at a Catholic funeral?
Usually a short tribute is allowed, often before the final commendation. Rules vary by parish and diocese, so ask the priest.
What is a Month’s Mind?
A Mass celebrated about a month after the death to pray for the person who died — a particularly strong tradition in Irish Catholic families.