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

Inverclyde

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Inverclyde 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 Inverclyde

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Fosters Family Funeral Directors logo

1. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

1.1 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Tony was very helpful and knowledgeable, he made us both feel very comfortable and explained everything in great depth. We are both very happy with the service he provided.” — Alex M.

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2. Greenock Funeralcare

1.1 miles away

4.8
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“You all made a difficult time for us so much easier to get through. The staff at the Greenock Branch were amazing.” — Jill G.

“Thanks to Katie for her compassion and understanding in helping with the arrangements. Excellent care and attention from James and staff on the day of my mum's funeral. Everything ran smoothly.” — Flora M.

3. P B Wright and Sons

1.2 miles away

4.8
(42 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much bother for any member of staff who dealt with me and any queries I had. Very professional from start to finish.” — Laraine G.

“We as a family couldn't have asked for better care, attention and advice. All the staff that we dealt with were excellent and Helen McNeil was exceptional.” — Donald R.

4. Inverclyde Funeral Services

2.2 miles away

5
(16 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We had to fly over from Canada and they handled everything for us.” — Nicki E.

“All of the staff make you feel very welcome and put you at ease, just what you need when organising a funeral. Their service from beginning to end was first class.” — Anne L.

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5. Port Glasgow Funeralcare

2.4 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Everything went to plan and the staff were very helpful and attentive from start to finish. I can't thank them enough.” — Peter B.

“Robert the funeral director could not have been more helpful. Also the other staff went out of their way to help in any way required, it was very well done from start to finish.” — Ian B.

6. John H Glen and Son

4.7 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great service from start to finish, very helpful and easy to deal with. They provided all we needed.” — Joanne M.

“We were treated with the utmost respect, courtesy and put at ease. First class service received.” — Jim T.

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7. Helensburgh Funeralcare

4.8 miles away

4.5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Well organised and managed to secure a spot before a holiday was planned.” — Allan B.

“well organised and managed to secure a spot before a holiday was planned.” — Allan B.

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8. Caladh Funeral Services

6.4 miles away

5
(33 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“After my father passed away they treated myself, my mum and the family with incredible empathy and respect over the past few weeks. Their service is more than 5 stars.” — Kirsty S.

“Chloe and her team not only gave mum respect and compassion whilst she was in their care, they also were a great support for us her family. No question left unanswered, quick professional responses, with a warm and caring touch.” — Jackie L.

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9. Co-op Funeralcare

7.1 miles away

4
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service at a difficult time and good value although of less importance under the circumstances.” — Bill C.

“Very friendly and accommodating staff, followed up without pressure to assist with everything, explained everything at the outset including payment terms, nothing was a surprise.” — Alasdair G.

10. John Kane Funeral Directors

7.2 miles away

4.8
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Extremely helpful explaining what was what — sympathetic but down to earth, always patient and understanding. Did a lovely job dressing my father in his finest. Arranged a quality live stream and were helpful with my less traditional flower requests.” — Serena P.

“From start to finish I can't thank enough the care and attention from Emma and her team when my husband died. Nothing was too much for them and I left everything in their hands.” — Anne M.

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11. John Kane Funeral Directors

7.4 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

John Kane Funeral Directors in Alexandria offers compassionate funeral services and prepaid plans as part of the trusted Dignity network.

12. John H Glen and Son

7.5 miles away

5
(13 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great service from start to finish, very helpful and easy to deal with. They provided all we needed.” — Joanne M.

“Gordon made the whole day a lot less stressful. We would highly recommend Gordon.” — Paul M.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    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
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson 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

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell 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

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google