After a Death in North Ayrshire | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

North Ayrshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North Ayrshire 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 North Ayrshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

1. A W Blair and Sons

9.2 miles away

4.9
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

A.W. Blair & Sons has served the Ayrshire community since 1957, offering caring, personal 24-hour funeral services in Saltcoats.

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2. Co-op Funeralcare

12.1 miles away

5
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She carefully explained clearly all the details of the plan and left me feeling confident that all will be sympathetically taken care of when the time comes.” — Matthew S.

“Difficult time for the family but thanks to the CO OP the perfect send off for my dad. Professionalism from start to finish and I cannot praise the guys at Kilwinning highly enough.” — Richard S.

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3. R B Steele Funeral Directors

12.2 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“RB Steele arranged funerals for 3 of my family members. They treat the dead with dignity and respect.” — Mama C.

“Ruth knew when I wasn't ready the first time to get organized for the arrangements for my mum. Outstanding and very professional, put me at ease making it easier to accept my grieving.” — weexkelz 1.

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4. Co-op Funeralcare

13.2 miles away

3.4
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service from Dalry parlour, many thanks to Colin Kilgour.” — Fred A.

“Having lost our mother just before Christmas, we were really pleased with the service received by the Co-Op staff to support us through a difficult time, ensuring that the funeral and service happened between Christmas and New Year.” — Alastair S.

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5. Co-op Funeralcare

13.3 miles away

3.7
(26 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Ian Conway was extremely helpful and assisted the family through a very difficult time.” — Joe G.

“Maria who helped us plan all the funeral, she was amazing. Would definitely recommend.” — Chanelle F.

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6. R B Steele Funeral Directors

13.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Family-owned independent funeral directors serving Irvine and North Ayrshire for over 40 years, available 24/7.

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7. Templehill Funeral Service

13.8 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“First class service from the start till the finish - very pleased and impressed with the standard of service given.” — Jim B.

“Very friendly and welcoming staff who couldn't have been kinder or more helpful. They provided us with a beautiful and fitting service for our mother.” — Donna M.

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8. Troon Funeralcare

13.9 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They provided me with comfort in my time of need, checking in on me throughout the time between my dad's death and his funeral. I was given my dad's fingerprints and the opportunity to say goodbye quietly and privately. Nothing was too much for them.” — Zoe R.

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9. William Tyre and Son

14.4 miles away

5
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Ross was professional and extremely considerate to our needs. He guided us through every step, dealing with any concerns we had with great efficiency.” — S C.

“Andy at William Tyres in Largs made organising my Dad's funeral much easier than I had thought it would be and was there to answer all our questions. A very professional service with great compassion.” — Moira U.

10. Alexander McNab and Son

16.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
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11. Kilbirnie Funeralcare

16.3 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“At a difficult time Nanette was helpful and kept me up to date on the process from start to finish. I have no hesitation recommending Kilbirnie Co-op to anyone needing to arrange a funeral.” — J M.

“Kilbirnie co-op funeralcare were absolutely amazing so thoughtful and very much respectful of Robert's wishes ❤️” — Ellen B.

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12. Co-op Funeralcare

17.0 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“We were so well cared for from the first time we contacted them till everything was completed. All the staff we had dealings with were 1st class. Nothing big or small was a bother to them. We could not have asked for a better service at this very sad time.” — George J.

“I was able to make all the arrangements over the phone with Karen who guided me through the process step by step. On the day the funeral director, the staff at the care centre also offered the same standard of support which made the whole event just perfect.” — Fiona 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