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. 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 +9

“Some boys” — Ross M.

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Fosters Funeral Directors logo

3. Fosters Funeral Directors

0.2 miles away

5
(8 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I can't thank Angela at Fosters enough for her kindness, professionalism and actually caring after my husband Jim's unexpected death.” — Michelle M.

“The service I received from Angela at Fosters Airdrie Branch was exceptional from start to finish. Nothing was too much hassle to her.” — David L.

4. Monklands Funeral Home

0.4 miles away

3.4
(272 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to say a big thank you to Angela and all persons for the thoughtfulness and professional touch shown at the funeral of my friend Robert Craven.” — Isabel M.

“I would really highly recommend Angela and Paul and their team. They treated myself and my family with the upmost respect and helped us so much with all aspects of arranging my mother's funeral arrangements as this was our first time at arranging a funeral and we didn't have a clue what to do.” — Arlene G.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

3.6
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“They were very professional and considerate of our loss especially in this difficult time. I am so thankful to Michael of what time we had.” — Lisa M.

Donald McLaren Ltd logo

6. Donald McLaren Ltd

2.1 miles away

5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Miss Julie McLaren Miss Julie McLaren Miss Julie McLaren Mr Charles Flannigan

Meet Miss, Miss, Miss +9

“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

7. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

3.6 miles away

4.7
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Claire was very professional and understanding from start to finish. I can't thank Fosters enough for everything they have done for us — Claire especially is an absolute credit to the company.” — karen m.

“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 were absolutely no problems.” — Rankin M.

Joseph Poots and Son logo

8. Joseph Poots and Son

3.8 miles away

4.9
(22 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They are all so kind and patient — nothing was ever a bother (and we asked a lot of questions). We really appreciate how much was done for our family at this difficult time.” — Jennifer M.

“Kirsty was fantastic and kept me up to date every step of the way. Also have to mention Alma, who put together a beautiful eulogy for Natasha.” — Gerry S.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

3.9 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“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.

“They couldn't have been more caring, professional and compassionate. Declan, Rhona, Ian and Gordon were a credit to their profession.” — Geo M.

Birrell Corrance Independent Funeral Directors logo

10. Birrell Corrance Independent Funeral Directors

4.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Scotmid Funerals logo

11. Scotmid Funerals

4.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £1695 Cremation from £900

Scottish Independent Co-operative carrying out funerals since 1927

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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