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Local funeral directors providing a friendly, professional service to the local community with branches located in Bangor and Holywood

27/10/2025

Take care of yourself.

During grief, self-care is crucial. Even though it's hard, try to maintain a routine. Staying active and eating well can help, as can avoiding alcohol or other substances.

It's not selfish to look after yourself—you deserve to heal, and these small steps can make a big difference.

24/10/2025

Understand the stages of grief.

Grief is complex, but understanding the five stages: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, and acceptance can help.

Recognising where you are in this process can make sense of your emotions and reassure you that you are making progress, even if it feels slow.

22/10/2025

Thompson Niall 19th October 2025 suddenly. Dearly loved Son to Cathy and the late Glenn. Devoted partner of Sarah, much loved brother to Carla and Peter, Darling Daddy to Joseph, Sophie, Aidan and Erin. Niall will be fondly loved and remembered by his aunts, uncles, cousins, friends and the wider family circle. Funeral will be held on Wednesday 29th October in John Gray Funeral Directors, 80 Central Avenue, Bangor at 9.30 am followed by committal to Clandeboye Cemetery at 11.00 am. Family flowers only, donations in lieu if desired may be made online to Chest Heart and Stroke or Crohn’s & Colitis UK via Niall’s Muchloved tribute page at www.johngrayfuneraldirectors.com (Funeral Notices)

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20/10/2025

Seek out support.

Finding professional support for grief can be a huge help. Joining a support group, either online or in person, connects you with people who truly understand.

Talking to a grief counsellor or psychotherapist can also help you work through deeper feelings and find a way forward.

17/10/2025

Talk to friends and family.

Expressing grief is tough, but talking to a trusted person can help.

Friends and family may feel awkward, so reassure them you just need a listening ear, not advice. Be open and tell them what you need, like, "It would really help me to have permission to talk about my grief right now."

Sharing memories of your loved one can become a healing journey which you can share with those who knew them. Learning about and reflecting on your loved one whilst simultaneously allowing yourself to say goodbye.

15/10/2025

Today, people around the world light candles at 7 p.m. to honour babies lost during pregnancy, childbirth, or infancy. This global wave of light symbolises love, remembrance, and support.
Join us by lighting a candle and placing it in your window. Share your tribute online to help raise awareness and support grieving families.

14/10/2025

Lloyd, Trevor passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on 13th October 2025. Dearly-loved husband of Heather and much-loved father of Jonny and his wife Emma. A Service of Remembrance will take place in Sydenham Methodist Church on Wednesday 22nd October at 12 noon. No flowers please, donations in memory of Trevor may be made online to IRFU Charitable Trust via his tribute page at johngrayfuneraldirectors.com (Funeral Notices).

*We do not grant permission for this information to be copied or shared with other organisations.

13/10/2025

Coping With Grief: Ongoing Support Series

Over the coming weeks, we are sharing guidance and support for those navigating grief. Each post offers practical advice and emotional insight.

Grief is a deeply personal journey with no set timeline. It can bring intense emotions such as sadness, anger and guilt, and may even affect your physical wellbeing. These responses are completely normal.

You are not alone. Reach out to loved ones or professionals when you need support.

02/09/2025

⭐️Supporting Wellbeing in Bangor ⭐️

We were delighted to carry out a follow-up visit to Harbour Pantry at Bangor Parish Church one of the recent recipients of a grant from the John Gray & Co. Community Fund.

The Harbour Pantry is a community- focused social supermarket, a lifeline to so many in the heart of Bangor, offering everything from a free clothing store and social supermarket, to a free cup of tea or coffee and a chat and also a bit of exercise with your choice of a game of pickle ball or table tennis.

Our recent funding has helped replenish essential food and clothing supplies, including new underwear.

It’s inspiring to see how this initiative is fostering wellbeing and community spirit. We are proud to support projects like this that make a meaningful difference to local lives.

Thank you to all the volunteers at Bangor Harbour Pantry for the warm welcome and for the incredible job that you all do. 🍏🥦☕️🏓

25/08/2025

🎄✨ John Gray & Co. are delighted to support the Holywood Christmas Lights Switch On this year!

It may feel early to mention Christmas in August, but planning at Holywood & District Community Council for such a special community event starts now. Each year, this cherished tradition brings families and neighbours together for a magical evening of festive fun and, we are proud to play a part in making it happen.

22/08/2025

📝 Applications Now Closed 📝

Thank you to everyone who applied to the John Gray & Co. Community Assistance Programme 2025. We were inspired by the creativity and commitment shown by so many local groups.

Applications for this year are now closed. We look forward to celebrating the impact of our three successful projects and to working together in 2026.

21/08/2025

🌳 Funding Success: Enchanted Garden Refurbishment 🌳

Congratulations to Holywood Men’s Shed on their successful John Gray & Co. Community Assistance Programme award! Their much-loved Enchanted Garden in Redburn Country Park will be refreshed with new planting, accessible features, and sensory play equipment.

This magical outdoor space has been a hub for families, children and community groups for years and now it’s set for a new chapter of growth and fun. 🌼🌟

Address

80 Central Avenue
Bangor
BT203

Website

http://www.johngrayfuneraldirectors.com/

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Our story

John Gray and Co Funeral Directors has been serving the community of Holywood and Bangor for over 50 years and was established in Central Avenue in 1961. Today, caring for people is still at the heart of what we do at John Gray and Co Funeral Directors and we continue to provide a truly professional and caring service to the local community and surrounding areas.

The teams at our Bangor and Holywood funeral homes will provide advice at every stage of the funeral planning process, and will arrange an individual and unique funeral to help you celebrate the life of your loved one. We have our own service venue on-site.

Here at John Gray & Co Funeral Directors we also offer an affordable prepaid funeral plan, Choice, so that you can arrange and pay for a funeral in advance. This will protect your family from rising costs and remove uncertainty about your wishes.

If you would like to talk to us about planning a funeral, or our Choice plan, please come and see us in any of our funeral homes, or if you’d rather we can arrange a home visit. We’re also available 24 hours a day on the phone so if you need anything please don’t hesitate to call your local funeral home.