After a Death in Falkirk | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Falkirk

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Falkirk 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 Falkirk

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

William Scott logo

1. William Scott

0.2 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The dignity and respect given to our departed loved ones and ourselves are second to none, especially at our very difficult time. I have dealt with William Scott's for over 30 years and I know that I will always go to Scott's in the future.” — Ian M.

“Margaret was great, from start to finish. Arranged everything we wanted and more, was always there if we needed to ask any questions. Jim added small touches that meant so much to us. They were very respectful with everything, couldn't have asked for a better send off for our mum.” — Hazel M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

2. Co-op Funeralcare

0.5 miles away

4.8
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“So professional from the beginning to the end.” — Jennifer s.

“Wonderful individual care and support from Natalie and Craig at Falkirk branch.” — Caroline p.

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3. Thomas Cuthell & Sons

0.8 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The care and compassion that was shown to me was excellent, very professional from start to finish. I would thoroughly recommend this service and would like to thank them so much at this sad time for me.” — Schottischer P.

“A real family feeling — they look after you and your loved one with a lot of feeling and understanding.” — Claire M.

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4. Collumbine Funeral Services

1.4 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The staff helped me through what was a difficult time with compassion and dignity and carried out all my husband's wishes and more. I couldn't have done it without all their care and attention.” — Gillian H.

“Brian Baillie's help and guidance was invaluable at a very difficult time.” — lesley b.

5. John OConnor Funeral Directors

1.9 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“More than 5 star service given. I would highly recommend both John O'Connors and Wendy the celebrant.” — Samantha C.

“They are one of us, they can relate to everything as they are local people — they're amazing.” — Jock S.

Thomas Cuthell and Sons logo

6. Thomas Cuthell and Sons

2.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent care and communication with our family following the recent bereavement of our nephew, responding quickly and professionally to our emails and calls.” — Wendy P.

“First class service, from the planning of my husband's funeral to the burial, very professional and special touches.” — Janette D.

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7. Co-op Funeralcare

2.3 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Gladys, Thank You for helping me and my sister last year. You are a super star.” — David A.

“Gladys was truly a caring professional who has great qualities in her work, organising my mums funeral today was made so much easier, I'm so touched. Gladys, Thank You.” — Raymond G.

8. Cowan Funeral Directors

2.7 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Donald goes above and beyond for you, always answers your phone calls, always there to help with any questions or queries. Couldn't thank the both of them enough.” — shirley M.

“A huge thank you to Evelyn at Cowan Funeral Directors. She was professional and extremely helpful in organising my late mothers funeral. Evelyn gave me helpful advice and greatly assisted my family and I at this difficult time.” — Shirley S.

Thomas Cuthell and Sons logo

9. Thomas Cuthell and Sons

5.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They ensured that we were taken care of from the start of the journey to the end. The help they gave us was invaluable and was second to none.” — ian m.

“The team didn't force anything on to us but went out of their way to make sure we had everything we wanted. I can't thank the team enough for their thoughtfulness and care shown to us.” — ian m.

Thomas Cuthell and Sons logo

10. Thomas Cuthell and Sons

7.3 miles away

4
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thomas Cuthell is the best company to use. They were friendly and helpful — best company ever.” — Michael W.

“Thomas cuthell is the best company to use I used this company in 2014 they were friendly and helpful best company ever” — Michael W.

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11. Brodies Funeral Services Ltd

7.5 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you for the care you gave to my husband and the care you gave to myself and my boys, and for keeping me right at the graveside. Nothing was too much trouble. I am really so grateful for the support and advice.” — Joan B.

“I would like to especially thank Sarah who works at the Harthill office for her kindness and very empathic manner while giving us information at this really traumatic time in my family's lives.” — gail m.

Brodies Funeral Services Ltd logo

12. Brodies Funeral Services Ltd

8.3 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All the staff were 100% professionals. Thank you all.” — Paul M.

“A truly professional and empathetic service. They were always available to help with our questions.” — Colin M.

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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