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
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a difficult time the staff were absolutely brilliant and saw to our every need. Thank you all so very much for your expertise, compassion and professionalism.” — Derek M.

“Excellent care and service shown and delivered from start to finish. I can't fault them at all. Thank you for making a very difficult time that little bit easier.” — Eddie H.

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2. J and D Lawson Funeral Directors

1.2 miles away

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

“Michael arranged my mum's cremation with amazing professionalism which helped me so much. Michael and the team helped again for her interment in our family grave. Thank you all for your help and kindness. I would not hesitate to recommend J & D Lawson to anyone.” — Yvonne J.

“The team ensured that the Funeral Service was fully co-ordinated and carried out with dignity, exceeding our expectations. Michael offered appropriate guidance when we were making the arrangements and made contact with others involved in the Service to take care of our wishes.” — Shona F.

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3. Wylie and Lochhead Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At every stage, our family was treated with sensitivity and compassion. Solid advice was provided and all aspects of the funeral arrangements were clearly explained. Thank you Wylie and Lochhead for making a very difficult time that little easier!” — Kathryn B.

“Special mention to Kirstin in the Bishopbriggs shop who we found invaluable during a difficult time for us.” — Marie S.

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4. Jonathan Harvey Funeral Directors

2.9 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The respect I observed towards my mother when she was picked up from my home after she passed away and throughout the funeral was a comfort to me. The professionalism, kindness and support helped me plan my mother's funeral with confidence.” — Lynda

“Kristy and Skye are angels in disguise — they kept me right and made everything run smoothly, caring and compassionate, going above and beyond to help create an intimate, dignified funeral taking into account everything my dad had requested. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart.” — Karen B.

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5. Edward Lee and Sons

4.0 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Exquisite, Friendly, Caring, Informative — full continuity of personal and telephone service throughout from wonderful caring staff, covering every individual need and requirement.” — 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.” — Allison A.

6. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

4.2 miles away

5
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jim done everything and so much attention to detail went into everything. Jim and team were so kind and supportive and made sure we got everything we asked for.” — Sarah S.

“James Hardie Funeral Services went above and beyond in that dreadful snow storm to get my sister to the chapel and crematorium. From start to finish it was a first class service — can't rate you highly enough.” — Maureen M.

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7. Co-op Funeralcare

4.5 miles away

4.9
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Chris and the staff are tremendous. The care and consideration they gave to us as a family. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.” — Carolann G.

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8. Wylie and Lochhead Funeral Directors

5.0 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I cannot fault the service and consideration shown by all staff to myself and my family.” — Janet B.

“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
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They really do care about people and doing their absolute best to make it that little bit easier for one of the hardest days in my life. Also took good care of her while in their care.” — Lindsay R.

“Jim went above and beyond to make sure my auntie had a beautiful send off. We were so stressed about planning the funeral — Jim done everything and so much attention to detail went into everything. Jim and team were so kind and supportive and made sure we got everything we asked for.” — sarah s.

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10. Co-op Funeralcare

5.4 miles away

4.1
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Their support and attention to detail was first class. I would thoroughly recommend co-op funeral care Maryhill for anyone who has lost a loved one.” — Rozanne F.

11. Margaret Fraser Funeral Directors

5.4 miles away

4.7
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“They came and took my wife away in a very lovely manner. This was a godsend that we went with this family run business — thank you Margaret, Bill and Stephen for taking care of Ann my wife, we are forever grateful for guiding us through this very upsetting time.” — Myra F.

12. Alex Black Funeral Care

5.4 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“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. Thank you very much for your professionalism and compassion.” — fr R.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
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    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google