After a Death in Dumfries and Galloway | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Dumfries and Galloway

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Dumfries and Galloway area, this page will help you understand what to do next, find a trusted funeral director, and access free support tools.

What to do after a death

1

Register the death

This must be done within 5 days (8 in Scotland). Contact your local register office to book an appointment.

2

Choose a funeral director

Pick from vetted, NAFD-accredited directors in your area. They'll guide you through everything.

3

Arrange the funeral

Your funeral director will help plan the service, handle paperwork, and take care of practical details.

4

Sort out the estate

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.

Funeral directors near Dumfries and Galloway

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Tranquility Funerals Dumfries logo

1. Tranquility Funerals Dumfries

9.8 miles away

5
(35 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2395 Cremation from £1095

“Their gentle reassurance made a difficult period so much easier to bear. Their professionalism, empathy, and genuine kindness will never be forgotten. I am truly grateful for everything they have done for me and my family.” — Derry R.

“Your care and support to my Dad in the lead up to the day has been immeasurable and we are all truly grateful.” — Kim M.

Jardine Funeral Directors logo

2. Jardine Funeral Directors

10.1 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1695
Mark Jardine MBE DL Mark Jardine MBE DL Ruth Jardine Ruth Jardine

Meet Mark, Mark, Ruth +1

“Nothing too much trouble — service was above and beyond what we expected. Your company is to be highly recommended.” — Gary W.

“Tracy was compassionate throughout the process, Russell who led the funeral was outstanding.” — Darren B.

John Pagan and Son logo

3. John Pagan and Son

10.8 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Couldn't have made me more at ease during a very difficult time. Highly recommend using John Pagan & Son.” — Gillian T.

“Billie was great and sorted everything for us from start to finish. Would highly recommend. 5 star service.” — Elizabeth A.

4. Annandale Funeral Directors

17.8 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Graham and his team offered a very friendly thoughtful and compassionate service from start to finish.” — Richard M.

“Graham and his team offered a very friendly thoughtful and compassionate service from start to finish.” — Richard M.

Nicholson's Funeral Directors logo

5. Nicholson's Funeral Directors

23.8 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £1950 Cremation from £1950
Adam Thomson Adam Thomson

Meet Adam, Adam

Family-run independent funeral directors in Annan offering 24/7 personal service, traditional and non-religious funerals, cremations, and green burial

6. K D Henderson

24.6 miles away

4.4
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I find them caring, courteous and completely focused on the arrangements that you personally require. I had no hesitation whatsoever in recommending this excellent firm.” — Patricia G.

“Karen was respectful, helpful, any questions we had she was able to answer. If we needed advice about something she was there, kept us informed of what was happening. We can't thank them enough.” — LINDA W.

7. Ian Broll

25.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

8. Alex McCleary

25.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

26.0 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent staff and customer service, you won't find better anywhere else.” — Antony T.

“The tribute canvas from the pre paid plan was a lovely feature on its own and a nice keepsake of our mum Doreen Watson. We as a family found this all faultless and grateful for requests made.” — Michelle W.

10. Moffat Funeral Services

26.9 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

11. John Sandelands (Funeral Directors) Ltd

28.7 miles away

5
(46 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £2060 Cremation from £995

“Ivan was available 24/7 to answer any questions including the weekends. No request was too small. They did an amazing job looking after my Dad. I can't thank them enough.” — Alicia E.

“The care Ivan showed Mam and our family over the last few weeks was exceptional. Ivan was available to help whenever needed, nothing was too much trouble. A very difficult situation was made easier thanks to the kindness, professionalism and care shown.” — Ella J.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

12. Co-op Funeralcare

29.3 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Professional support during the loss of our dad. Staff were absolutely fantastic helping with arrangements.” — ian r.

“Excellent support and efficient service. Special thanks to Jeanette, Teresa and Will.” — Dave E.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We cannot thank Rhonda and the staff enough for demonstrating such compassion and professionalism provided during this difficult time. Everything we requested was attended to with…

    Shane Wickins via Google
    5

    We cannot thank you enough Christopher for ensuring that my mother’s funeral was as good as it possibly could be. You helped us through the process and guided us when we needed it…

    Caroline Burnard via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The staff at co-op were fantastic from the day the family met them at the allenton branch under the circumstances They did family proud

    Christopher Doolin via Google
    5

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Sheila at Shanklin Office couldn't have been more helpful, friendly, compassionate, understanding, interested and professional. Sheila kept me in…

    Andrea Tabberer via Google
    5

    the co op Wendover, were absolutely amazing with my mums wishes, they helped make everything so easy and as stress free as possible. always going above and beyond. a great big th…

    Leanne mills via Google
    in the last week
    5

    This business dealt with my mothers funeral. They were kind and respectful, went above and beyond to meet hers and our wishes the funeral ran perfectly. Probably one of the most i…

    Cj Scarborough via Google
    5

    We used James Brown and Sons for my father’s funeral. They were exceptional. It was the first funeral my siblings and I had had to organise and they walked us through the whole p…

    Cormac Kennedy via Google
    5

    My parents passed away within a month of each other and from the first phone call everything was made simple and straightforward. Nothing was too much trouble and all stages were …

    Deborah Lavin via Google
    5

    The care and compassion from Vicky at the Shaftesbury branch was absolutely first rate. She spent time with me helping to plan and advise on options for my late mothers funeral a…

    Gillian Collins via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from JJ Burgess, I would especsially like to thank Becky for her kind, considerate and sympathetic conduct, this was really helpful at such a difficult …

    Keith Fallon-Norris via Google