After a Death in East Dunbartonshire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

East Dunbartonshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the East Dunbartonshire 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 East Dunbartonshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

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1. Co-op Funeralcare

1.2 miles away

5
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff went out of their way to help.” — Davina S.

“From start to finish the Family could not have asked for better service and understanding.” — james M.

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2. J and D Lawson Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

5
(37 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700

“They made our Mothers funeral so special and were so professional throughout. They took care of everything for us.” — Jan B.

“The team ensured that the Funeral Service was fully co-ordinated and carried out with dignity; exceeding our expectations.” — Shona F.

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3. Wylie and Lochhead Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very helpful, professional and compassionate both in the organisation stage and on the actual day of the funeral.” — Marie S.

“We experienced a truly professional and compassionate team when my father in law sadly passed away. Every aspect of our experience went smoothly with support and guidance each step of the way.” — Yvonne D.

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4. Jonathan Harvey Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We are so very grateful to everyone at Jonathan Harvey — this helped our day and experience to be just as our dear loved one would have wished for.” — Gerard M.

“Having used this company twice in the last 2 years, our family have nothing but high praise for all staff, particularly Kristy and Robert, whose support and professionalism comforted us at this sad time.” — Ann C.

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5. Edward Lee and Sons

4.0 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Exquisite, Friendly, Caring, Informative — full continuity of personal and telephone service throughout from wonderful caring staff who were always there for me with time and patience and kind words as I grieved.” — Agnes F.

“I felt we were treated with dignity and respect throughout. Lauren who was our point of contact was always on hand and very helpful. The ceremony was perfect and the flowers were outstanding.” — Allison A.

6. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

4.2 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jim and his team were amazing, they looked after us as a family so well and handled everything for us. Extremely compassionate and respectful, we can't thank you enough.” — Sheree w.

“Every care was taken to ensure my mum had the send off she deserved. The professional caring service provided was a huge comfort to my family.” — sharon s.

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7. Co-op Funeralcare

4.5 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Cheska was so kind and James on the day of the funeral was so professional and kind to all our family. Highly recommend Springburn Co-op, could not thank them enough.” — Lindsay S.

“My partner's funeral arrangements were handled with compassion and professionalism by Kirsten at Springburn at an otherwise very difficult time.” — christine N.

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8. Wylie and Lochhead Funeral Directors

5.0 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Warm and considerate service. Made a very difficult period as loving as possible. Would recommend. Ewen and Pat were both lovely.” — Ewan M.

“Ewan in the Milngavie office and Brenda in the Bearsden office couldn't have been more helpful and patient and professional.” — James P.

9. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

5.1 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jim and staff are fantastic, they made our difficult time very stress and hassle free. They are very friendly and helpful and do everything for you.” — Edward

“Every care was taken to ensure my mum had the send off she deserved. The professional caring service provided was a huge comfort to my family.” — Sharon S.

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10. Co-op Funeralcare

5.4 miles away

3.4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff were professional and helpful. Arrangements all ran smoothly.” — Tooms T.

“All the staff were pleasant, from the people at front desk to the drivers, and very professional at sad times.” — Robert S.

11. Margaret Fraser Funeral Directors

5.4 miles away

4.7
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Five stars just isn't enough to give. Margaret and Bill are the most kindest caring couple ever. Can't thank them enough for everything they done for our family after the death of our dad/husband.” — Helen

“Thank you Margaret and staff — you made a very hard time run so smoothly. My mum was beautiful from the beginning right to the very end, from her hair and lipstick right down to her nail polish. It's a pity we couldn't give you more stars.” — Elizabeth T.

12. Alex Black Funeral Care

5.4 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you very much for your professionalism and compassion. It was also very special to the rest of my family, and my brother's friends that were not able to make it to the service, to view the service via the internet.” — fr R.

“The Alex Black team in Maryhill made a sad time that much easier with a professional, empathetic approach. Can't thank them enough for giving my dad a lovely send off.” — Les D.

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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