After a Death in Glasgow City | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Glasgow City

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Glasgow City 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 Glasgow City

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Fosters Family Funeral Directors logo

1. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

0.8 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to thank you and your team for a lovely service on short notice. Greatly appreciated your professionalism and help planning. My brother-in-law Jeffrey Ferguson would have been pleased.” — Christopher S.

“The arrangements and service provided was outstanding. I would highly recommend Fosters as a caring and professional organisation. Where families come first.” — Jennifer O.

T and R OBrien Ltd logo

2. T and R OBrien Ltd

1.0 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Carol made sure we were happy with every detail, and the staff made sure to respect our Sikh customs. Linda and the rest of the staff were all so professional and polite.” — Luvleen Z.

“The compassion showed on the day was above and beyond and I cannot thank them enough for helping us through it all. I would highly recommend them in your time of need without hesitation.” — Libby M.

Bridgeton Funeralcare inc Taylor Bros logo

3. Bridgeton Funeralcare inc Taylor Bros

1.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Bridgeton Funeralcare inc Taylor Bros offers compassionate funeral services in Glasgow, combining local heritage with Co-op Funeralcare support.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

3.1
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to thank Mark for all his support and for conducting the service and for helping us to honour and celebrate my mum's memory.” — Bernadette Y.

“I could not have asked for a more caring, thoughtful, respectful and considerate experience from this establishment. Lorraine and the team were first class professionals and I felt informed and my wishes respected throughout!” — Catherine P.

5. McAllister and Considine Ltd

1.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

4.1
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their support and attention to detail was first class.” — Rozanne F.

“From the moment I arranged my initial appointment with my local co-op funeral branch up to and including my mother's crematorium service, I received nothing but first class care, compassion and professionalism. They were accommodating of all my wishes and were always available should I need to run any questions past them.” — raj b.

7. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

1.6 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, 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.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“When we flew in for the funeral everything ran smoothly and exactly as it should have. Mary at the Partick Funeralcare was absolutely fantastic and guided me through the process with ultimate professionalism and compassion.” — Iain M.

“Billy attended to us on the date of the funeral, he was also very welcoming and supportive. Mary who works there was outstanding with patience.” — David A.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

4.9
(10 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.

10. Harmony Funeral Director

2.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

2.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Absolutely first class at such a difficult time. From start to finish no hiccups whatsoever and attention to detail second to none.” — Alan P.

“Nicola made the process so much easier. She is worth her weight in gold.” — J

12. Margaret Fraser Funeral Directors

2.1 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.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

    tracey williams via Google
    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

    Yusa Minto via Google
    5

    In my darkest days when it was too difficult to say the words outloud, that my dad had passed, I was able to WhatsApp Lewis in the first instance for help,support and guidance.Thi…

    Julie B via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Always a lot to choose from and staff always lovely

    Pauline Forfar via Google
    5

    Very much appreciated the way in which Elaine and all at Haven, including the celebrant Robin Sanderson supported me and my family as we dealt with losing and saying goodbye to my…

    Mary Gallagher via Google
    5

    On behalf of my family, I would like to thank Simon and all the staff at Dutton and Hallmark for the outstanding service provided for our two family funerals earlier this year. T…

    Kate Carr via Google