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.

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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

3.1
(7 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

“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.

6. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

1.6 miles away

5
(21 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.

“Jim and his team were amazing, they looked after us as a family so well and handled everything for us. Extremely compassionate and respectful, we can't thank you enough.” — Sheree w.

7. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mary sorted us with an excellent Humanist celebrant and prepared an amazing Order of Service with so many photographs. Mary was outstanding with patience. 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. 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
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Cheska was so kind and James on the day of the funeral was so professional and kind to all our family. Highly recommend Springburn Co-op, could not thank them enough.” — Lindsay S.

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

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

“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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12. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

2.3 miles away

4.1
(41 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They have attention to detail beyond anything I have ever seen. All I know is that when my time comes I would want them to take care of it.” — Tom M.

“My Dad talked to Tony personally on Christmas Day and he never turned him away — he made sure my dad had all the facts. Total value for money and very respectful at every turn down to the smallest thing.” — Broadcaster M.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Savannah and team first class.Complete care, empathy and professional from first contact.

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Helen for all her kindness, care and support during such a difficult time for our family. As Ukrainians, we have very different f…

    Kateryna Kurasova via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Superb service - a warm, personable, reassuring and wholly empathetic reception from initial point of contact through to conclusion - cannot be faulted. Most highly recommended.

    Roger Collings via Google
    5

    Absolutely worry free funeral service for my Dad from John Hogg Funeral Directors. I cant thank them enough, especially Stuart, who made sure everything ran smoothly, was always c…

    Roni Taggart via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Jess and the team at Kiveton Coop Funeralcare made everything so easy for us. They were so respectful and made the day of the funeral so perfect.

    Rosalyn via Google
    5

    From the moment I walked through the door the staff at Coopers, Lewes, made me feel at ease and supported. At a difficult time, Anastasia, the manager and her colleagues, Angela …

    Maureen Boynton via Google