WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors
  • Welcome
  • Life as an Irish Undertaker
  • When Someone Dies
  • Obituaries
  • Costs
  • Our Services
  • Complimentary Wake Furnishings
  • Flowers
  • Catering
  • Our Fleet
  • Create a personal "Order of Service Booklets & Doscards"
  • Bereavement Advice
  • Organ Donation
  • Contact
  • Funeral Finance
WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors
  • Welcome/
  • Life as an Irish Undertaker/
  • When Someone Dies/
  • Obituaries/
  • Costs/
  • Our Services/
  • Complimentary Wake Furnishings/
  • Flowers/
  • Catering/
  • Our Fleet/
  • Create a personal "Order of Service Booklets & Doscards"/
  • Bereavement Advice/
  • Organ Donation/
  • Contact/
  • Funeral Finance/
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WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors

Serving Families In Ballymena, Portglenone, Toome & Surrounding Areas Since 1986 #nifunerals

Life as an Irish Undertaker

WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors
  • Welcome/
  • Life as an Irish Undertaker/
  • When Someone Dies/
  • Obituaries/
  • Costs/
  • Our Services/
  • Complimentary Wake Furnishings/
  • Flowers/
  • Catering/
  • Our Fleet/
  • Create a personal "Order of Service Booklets & Doscards"/
  • Bereavement Advice/
  • Organ Donation/
  • Contact/
  • Funeral Finance/

Welcome to my blog page...

Where I’ll share my journey that began in 1986, a journey that led me to a profession that is as challenging as it is rewarding. As an Irish undertaker, I have the privilege of providing solace and support to people during their most difficult times. This role goes beyond the logistics of death; it’s about understanding, comforting, and standing by bereaved families. Join me as I share my experiences, insights, and the profound respect I have for the rituals surrounding death.”

Over four decades..

My role has evolved to include a diverse array of responsibilities. From the intricate art of embalming to the thoughtful orchestration of funeral services, each task is performed with the highest degree of care and reverence for the departed and their families. Every duty I undertake is a testament to my commitment to respect and honor the deceased and their loved ones.”

The funeral industry has evolved significantly over the past four decades. Changes in societal attitudes towards death and advancements in technology have transformed the way we conduct funerals. Despite these changes, the core values of compassion, Guidance, Dignity and Respect have remained constant at

WJ O’Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors

My Blogs Below



November 01, 2023

Navigating Life as an Irish Undertaker, Embalmer & Funeral Director: The Significance of Embracing Change and the importance of community in Community in Times of Grief

November 01, 2023/ William John O'Donnell

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William John O'Donnell

 

“Through my blogs, I hope to provide information and guidance about planning and executing a funeral that honors and helps the family handle grief, as well as going behind the scene….”
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South Derry Office / Funeral Home

WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors
43 Glenone Rd, Clady (Corner)
Portglenone
Co. Derry
BT44 8LH

We're available on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year covering all areas.

028 2582 2242

We may record or monitor calls to confirm details of our conversations, and for verification and quality purposes.

Co. Antrim Office / Funeral Home

WJ O'Donnell & Sons Funeral Directors
41 - 43 Mount Street
Ballymena
Co. Antrim
BT43 6BN

We're available on call 24 hours a day, 365 days a year covering all areas.

028 2563 1406

We may record or monitor calls to confirm details of our conversations, and for verification and quality purposes.