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
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Even though we had to make a change at the last minute, they went above and beyond. We were under difficult circumstances and they were kind, helpful and understanding.” — Ruth B.

“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. They organised everything I needed, made things simple for me and the communication was 100% from the start to the end.” — Lynda

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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, always there with time, patience and kind words.” — 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
(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.” — Lindsay R.

“We were so stressed about planning the funeral — Jim done everything and so much attention to detail went into everything. He and his team were so kind and supportive and made sure we got everything we asked for.” — Sarah S.

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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

“Jim went above and beyond to see that my Dad was looked after, from leaving the care home to the crematorium. Nothing was too much bother. First class service.” — Alan C.

“They had nothing but respect, empathy and done EVERYTHING they could to give my mother the send off she wanted. 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.” — Lindsay R.

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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

    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
    in the last week
    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

    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

    Everybody I/we came into contact with was professional , compassionate and understanding. You should be proud of your team!

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    Alan Preece via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Thank you so very much, Faye for all your support and compassion. From the beginning to the end, I felt in safe hands through such a very vulnerable and difficult time in my life …

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    Julia Simpson via Google
    5

    I would like to thank Ashley Barlow, April Catterall and the team for looking after me and my family after the passing of my dad. You treated us like your own family with the up m…

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    John via Google
    5

    Chris and his team were amazing when both my parents passed away in March within 3 weeks of each other. We opted for pure cremations and all our family were so touched with the wa…

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    Bob Paton via Google
    5

    The service from the very start to the very end was absolutely fantastic. The level of compassion & care when organising my mothers funeral arrangements was amazing . Nothing was …

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    Mark Stuart via Google
    3 weeks ago
    5

    We honestly cannot thank the funeral home enough for the care, kindness and compassion they showed us during such an incredibly difficult time following the loss of our beautiful …

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    Charlotte Hepworth via Google
    5

    I want to say that this company is fantastic. Every member of staff, are caring, full of compassion, and kind. Last year we lost Steve. It was hard but they were so supportive, …

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    Adam Parsons via Google