Aberdeen City
If someone has died in the Aberdeen City area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.
This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.
Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.
Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.
You may need probate. Use our free checker to find out, or speak to a specialist for advice.
Need more detail? Our step-by-step guides cover everything from costs to what happens on the day.
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0.6 miles away
Wm Gilchrist funeral directors, located at Mastrick Shopping Centre, Greenfern Road, Aberdeen, offering compassionate local funeral services.
1.5 miles away
“Excellent service - were extremely patient, empathetic and kind.” — Rhonda P.
“Very professional service, Karen Mackay was excellent throughout the process.” — Garson M.
1.7 miles away
“So professional and respectful. Guided us through the process with great skill at such a difficult time. The organisation was spot on throughout.” — Arlene M.
“I had to arrange my mum's funeral in Aberdeen from Canada. Julia helped me navigate through the whole process of organising the funeral and cremation with great care, compassion and attention to detail. Everything went smoothly and as planned. I'll always be grateful to the staff at Gordon & Watson.” — Joyce W.
1.7 miles away
“Ian our funeral arranger was fantastic and helped us through the process. Having no experience in what to do next, I was fortunate enough to use Gordon & Watson.” — Ally E.
“The funeral director, Shane, was sympathetic, respectful and friendly. He did a great job of making things run smoothly. Gordon and Watson have a dedicated room for infants when laid to rest, it is tastefully decorated and respectful.” — Stuart M.
1.8 miles away
“I was inexperienced in this matter and was supported by the staff and shown care and compassion from the start. They made the whole process a bit easier.” — May W.
“George guided me through all the decisions and was available at any time. He was professional but also kind and friendly at this difficult time.” — Lesley F.
1.9 miles away
“With your advice and guidance everything went off without a problem. Our connection to Kaimhill was very important to us and we were so pleased to have Doug's remembrance there.” — Ian M.
“Karen was amazing with us. Everything was as we wanted it. Everyone was so helpful and kind.” — Ruth T.
2.0 miles away
“Very helpful and respectful. Very well organised.” — Moira N.
“Local, friendly & efficient staff took care of all our needs and provided a fitting send off.” — Diane D.
3.0 miles away
“Michelle and Colin have been great all the way through the process of arranging Dad's funeral. Thank you.” — Helen B.
“All staff, including the young lady and young gentleman who collected mum, made one of my most difficult times that little bit easier.” — helena k.
12.2 miles away
“I can highly recommend them to anyone looking for the support of a warm friendly and caring team to help you navigate the organisation of giving your loved ones the perfect send off.” — dnalrafcam
“I want to thank the team led by Sharon, (including Ian, Connor and Shona) for all their help and advice and support in putting together the perfect day for my wife. The service was delivered in the most positive, gentle and respectful way that any of us could possibly have hoped for.” — dnalrafcam
13.1 miles away
“Going over a couple of points with compassion and understanding as I have a bit of a compression condition. My partner Jenny was also impressed at the ease and how calming it was to arrange our funeral plans.” — Fisher K.
“Trish and Bobby are brilliant, both have handled a situation with delicacy and care and massive amounts of respect. Absolutely amazing people and highly recommended in the situation.” — Slarty B.
13.2 miles away
“From our first phone call to collecting my wife's ashes my family and I appreciated all the help, kindness and friendly way everything was explained and organised.” — George M.
“Ashleigh was extremely helpful, sympathetic and understanding. She carried out all the arrangements as my wife would have wanted. She took care of all the paperwork and kept us informed at every stage. Extremely approachable with a professional manner tinged with humour when appropriate.” — David S.
15.1 miles away
“Two words summarize the support that I and my family received: compassionate and professional.” — James G.
“Mr Schoen and his team were able to proverbially 'save the day' when issues arose, and I have no reservation in recommending them in a difficult time.” — James G.
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