Business Details
21 Years
experience
Trusted Independent Funeral Directors in Dunmurry
Elwood Capper was founded in 2005 by Brian Elwood and David Capper, combining decades of family tradition with modern professionalism in funeral services. Our heritage dates back to 1928 when Brian's grandfather, James Elwood, conducted his first funeral using a horse-drawn cart. We specialise in independent funeral arrangements, memorial masonry, and pre-paid funeral plans, maintaining a deeply personal approach rooted in community values. David Capper holds the Diploma in Funeral Service through the British Institute of Funeral Directors, while Brian Elwood is uniquely accredited as a Funeral Celebrant with Humanists UK and NI Humanists.We operate from two locations in Northern Ireland, offering livestream funeral services and bespoke memorials crafted to honour individual legacies. Our commitment to compassionate service remains unchanged despite evolving traditions, ensuring families receive dignified, tailored support during difficult times.
Services
Funeral Services
Memorial Masonry
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
Funeral Notices
Funeral Church Hire
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We combine 90+ years of family funeral service tradition with modern professionalism.
- Our team includes Northern Ireland's only active Funeral Director accredited by Humanists UK.
- We offer livestream funeral services for remote participation.
- We provide bespoke memorial masonry with over 15 years of dedicated experience.
- Our pre-paid funeral plans remove financial and emotional burdens for families.
Associations and certifications
- British Institute of Funeral Directors
- Humanists UK
- NI Humanists
Services
Funeral Services
We provide comprehensive funeral services tailored to individual wishes, including cremation, burial, and religious or non-religious ceremonies. Our team handles all logistical aspects while offering emotional support to families. With over 90 years of combined experience, we ensure dignified, culturally sensitive arrangements respecting personal traditions.
Memorial Masonry
Our memorial masonry service creates lasting tributes with bespoke headstones, granite markers, and engraved photo memorials. We offer consultations to design personalized tributes reflecting the deceased's life. With 15+ years of expertise, we supply and install high-quality memorials using durable materials for enduring remembrance.
Pre-Paid Funeral Plans
We help clients arrange pre-paid funeral plans covering service costs and third-party expenses like cremation fees. Plans allow specifying music, hymns, and ceremony details to ensure final wishes are honoured. Backed by Ecclesiastical Planning Services, our plans provide financial security and peace of mind for families.
Funeral Notices
We publish detailed funeral notices including biographical information, donation details, and service schedules. Notices remain accessible online for ongoing remembrance. Our system tracks charitable contributions made in memory of the deceased, providing transparency for families.
Funeral Church Hire
Our dedicated funeral church accommodates up to 50 guests with wheelchair accessibility and a piano for musical tributes. The venue includes a private viewing room for family members. Available for both religious and secular services, it provides an intimate setting for personal memorial ceremonies.
People
Brian Elwood
Independent Funeral Celebrant
Brian Elwood is a qualified Funeral Celebrant accredited by Humanists UK and NI Humanists. With decades of experience in the funeral industry, he specialises in creating personalized ceremonies that reflect individual beliefs and traditions.
David Capper
Dip FS, LMBIFD, BIFD Past President
David Capper holds the Diploma in Funeral Service through the British Institute of Funeral Directors. As former BIFD President, he brings extensive professional expertise to our independent funeral services and memorial masonry operations.
John Clarke
Cert. FS, MBIFD
John Clarke is a certified funeral service professional with membership in the British Institute of Funeral Directors. He contributes to our team's collective experience in arranging dignified, community-focused funeral services across Northern Ireland.
Questions
What funeral service options do you offer?
We provide traditional burials, cremations, and non-religious ceremonies with personalized elements. Our services include pre-paid plans, memorial masonry, and livestream options for remote participation.
Can I pre-plan my funeral arrangements?
Yes, we offer pre-paid funeral plans allowing you to specify service details and cover costs in advance. Plans include options for music, hymns, and third-party expense contributions.
Do you provide memorial design services?
We create bespoke memorials including headstones, granite markers, and photo-engraved tributes. Our consultants help design personalized memorials reflecting individual lives and legacies.
Is your funeral church accessible?
Our funeral church accommodates up to 50 guests with wheelchair accessibility. It features a piano for musical tributes and includes a private viewing room for family members.
How are pre-paid funeral funds managed?
Funds are held in whole-of-life assurance policies through Ecclesiastical Planning Services, regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. This ensures financial security and transparency for your arrangements.
Do you serve areas outside Belfast?
We operate from Dunmurry and Loughgall, serving communities across Northern Ireland. Our team provides funeral services, memorials, and planning support throughout the region.
