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

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to thank you and your team for a lovely service on short notice. 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 all the staff made sure to respect our Sikh customs.” — Luvleen Z.

“Mairi was so kind and caring and put my family at ease. Nothing was a problem. Stephanie was wonderful on the day, made us feel special. My family have been using T&R O'Brien for 45 years.” — Louize B.

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.

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4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

3.4
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would also 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.

“We were treated with the greatest respect, and everything was explained clearly, and our wishes were honoured. I would like to personally thank Lorraine for all her help and support throughout this hard time.” — Bernadette Y.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

1.6 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.

6. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

1.6 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.

7. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mary who works there was outstanding with patience. Mary sorted us with an excellent Humanist celebrant and prepared an amazing Order of Service with so many photographs. Can't recommend enough the Partick branch when you need the support.” — David A.

“Stuart, the funeral director could not have been more caring and professional. All of the team were brilliant and I was truly overwhelmed at how their presence and demeanor made a very sad occasion a very dignified event. I can only thank the whole team with all my heart.” — Anne L.

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8. Co-op Funeralcare

2.0 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.

9. Harmony Funeral Director

2.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

10. Co-op Funeralcare

2.1 miles away

5
(5 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.

“I and the rest of the family were utterly devastated, but the service provided was very professional, as was their follow up with me afterwards. I am so grateful for the care they took with my brother.” — George L.

11. Margaret Fraser Funeral Directors

2.1 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.

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12. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

2.3 miles away

4.2
(43 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The way all the staff looked after me at my daughter Karen's funeral was second to none.” — betty m.

“My Dad talked to Tony on Christmas day personally and he never turned him away - he made sure my dad had all the facts.” — Broadcaster M.

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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