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

North Lanarkshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the North Lanarkshire 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 Lanarkshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

0.1 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I found dealing with the lovely ladies an easy and pleasant experience in such a difficult time. Would recommend them as they are compassionate and warm.” — andrew p.

“Our driver Charly was a shining star and all staff wonderful at Airdrie. Your service was second to none. Helping and reassuring where required.” — Geraldine S.

Donald McLaren Ltd logo

2. Donald McLaren Ltd

0.2 miles away

3
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Carol Kerr Carol Kerr Charles Flannigan Charles Flannigan

Meet Carol, Carol, Charles +13

“Some boys” — Ross M.

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3. Fosters Funeral Directors

0.2 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Nothing was too much hassle to her. They make things easy at such a difficult time.” — David L.

“Just felt like they got it. So friendly and thoughtful.” — Aaron R.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

3.8
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They were very professional and considerate of our loss especially in this difficult time. I would especially like to thank Michael as he gave us every opportunity possible to spend the remainder of my dad's time here with us.” — Lisa M.

“Very helpful and respectful from day one. I was kept updated with the funeral arrangements and even on the day I was told how things would happen. Couldn't thank the staff enough for all their help.” — Lorraine S.

Donald McLaren Ltd logo

5. Donald McLaren Ltd

2.1 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Miss Julie McLaren Miss Julie McLaren Miss Julie McLaren Miss Julie McLaren

Meet Miss, Miss, Miss +13

“We would like to thank Darren and all the staff at McLarens for all their support and help when organising our dads funeral. Everything went smoothly and exactly how we wanted.” — Lynn M.

“1st rate to deal with. Couldn't have been more helpful with my mother in laws funeral. Very professional.” — Trudy D.

Fosters Family Funeral Directors logo

6. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

3.6 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The people at Fosters were very professional and helpful during the process of organising our mother's funeral. This made a difficult time much easier for us all.” — John B.

“Claire at Fosters handled my mum's funeral. Everything went brilliantly. Could not have been more helpful even arranging live streaming at the last minute. Everything was explained clearly and there was absolutely no problems.” — Rankin M.

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7. Joseph Poots and Son

3.8 miles away

4.9
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Care and compassion are 2 of the best qualities someone in the funeral trade can have — you have shown these qualities today. Fraser McGown has helped me enormously with an exceedingly difficult situation.” — Steph S.

“From the initial visit right up to the ceremony itself, nothing was too much trouble. What made Allan's Celebration of Life particularly special was the Celebrant, Alicia Reid, who captured Allan's personality with warmth and great humour — managing to turn something really sad into a real celebration of Allan's life.” — Tricia M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

3.9 miles away

4.2
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Putting us at ease from arriving at the house, Daldowie Crematorium to being dropped at the Purvey venue. A phone call from Lynn the next day to make sure everything went well was also appreciated.” — Rhona B.

“From the first meeting right through to the funeral, we were kept up to date with every detail. Nothing was a problem to anyone. Every person was very caring and compassionate, to my whole family.” — Sandra C.

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9. Baillieston Funeralcare

5.3 miles away

5
(12 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“The service we received was 1st class from beginning until end, especially from the celebrant Mark Bishop, also Kathleen and Corina — thank you to all.” — Grace M.

“We had the very best care, kindness and compassion. The staff went above and beyond.” — June F.

Wylie and Lochhead Funeral Directors logo

10. Wylie and Lochhead Funeral Directors

5.3 miles away

4.7
(21 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff were kind, friendly and helpful guiding us all the way and made the day stress free for us all. We have no hesitation in recommending this company to anyone looking for help organising and carrying out a funeral.” — David S.

“Michelle and Karen were absolutely fantastic, from planning the funeral right through to the funeral itself. They were very lovely and very professional — they both made things easier during a very difficult time.” — Lisa M.

Birrell Corrance Independent Funeral Directors logo

11. Birrell Corrance Independent Funeral Directors

5.3 miles away

5
(18 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“It was a pleasure and privilege to have them help us in such a sad week. My mum Louisa would have been proud of her send off, the whole team are lovely caring people.” — jim m.

“My gran would have been proud of the day you provided her and our family. From the funeral arrangements to phone calls every step of the way was amazing, the attention to detail was absolutely spot on.” — Josh L.

Fosters Funeral Directors logo

12. Fosters Funeral Directors

5.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £2099

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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