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

South Ayrshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the South 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 South Ayrshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Maybole Funeralcare logo

1. Maybole Funeralcare

3.0 miles away

5
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“This is the 3rd time I have used funeralcare in Maybole and i couldnt recommend them highly enough.” — Julie G.

“Amazing service from start to finish, dignity, respect and friendliness from the staff, thank you elma, mhairi and team.” — Louise M.

Fosters Family Funeral Directors logo

2. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

4.3 miles away

4.6
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They made a sad passing not as sad by their caring and very professional service and support. A thoughtful and respectful team.” — Joseph D.

“Fosters is the most friendly and caring place. My daughter passed away recently and Sharon seen us through it. Thank you so much.” — Mima D.

3. Barry Whalen Funeral Directors

4.8 miles away

5
(15 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1800
Barry Whalen Calum McCutcheon Calum McCutcheon Donna Baillie

Meet Barry, Barry, Calum +17

“Barry Whalen is the kindest and most caring person I know, nothing is a problem for Barry and his team. Very professional and will look after you and your loved ones at the hardest times of your life.” — Malcolm F.

“He carried out what I wanted in Partick Thistle colours, recruited the best people down to the flowers which had thistles. My dad was a simple man but I needed to send him off in a simple way — I couldn't be happier with his service.” — Margaret G.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

5.0 miles away

4.4
(14 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“From first meeting to after funeral was over, Jennifer and the team at Ayr were brilliant. Jennifer phoned and kept us up to date throughout. Nothing was too much bother.” — Shona O.

“Jennifer went above and beyond with my mums final wishes. Linda attended to collect my mum from the house and drove the family car I was in on the day. She helped ease my emotions between journeys.” — Sharlene F.

M L Williams Funeral Directors logo

5. M L Williams Funeral Directors

5.5 miles away

4.9
(102 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1700
Chris Chris Chris Euan Leckie

Meet Chris, Chris, Chris +16

“Lorraine took us through the whole process of mum's funeral so professionally and calmly. She went out her way to do everything exactly as we wished. We were kept informed every step of the way and her attention to detail is excellent.” — Sheenagh M.

“I live over 200 miles away and put my trust in them, to which they exceeded. The Team at M L Williams have done my Mother proud.” — Allan S.

Peter Wilson and Son logo

6. Peter Wilson and Son

5.8 miles away

4.5
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Chloe kept us right in all the planning as we didn't have direct experience of this and she was great at communicating with me throughout. Keith and his team showed great respect and empathy to us as a family, and in their gentle handling of my Dad to his final resting place.” — Stacey C.

“A would like to thank all the staff at Peter Wilson & Sons especially young Chris for all their kind, caring and honourable respect on my mother's funeral day. What a wonderful service — you should all be so proud of yourselves. Thanks for everything you done for the family and all of your aftercare too.” — janis m.

7. Barry Whalen Funeral Directors

6.8 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1800
Barry Whalen Barry Whalen Calum McCutcheon Calum McCutcheon

Meet Barry, Barry, Calum +17

“I can't thank John and his team enough — from the moment they became involved, they were professional, compassionate, and incredibly supportive. They handled everything with care and respect.” — Gavin

“He was genuinely thoughtful and caring allowing me to phone him at any time day or night to share my concerns with him and to listen to me.” — Hazel M.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

8. Co-op Funeralcare

7.1 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.

Troon Funeralcare logo

9. Troon Funeralcare

10.1 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“They provided me with contact all of the time and legal and bereavement resources when required.” — Zoe R.

“Nothing was too much trouble & I felt very confident that my dad's last wishes would be executed.” — Fiona G.

Templehill Funeral Service logo

10. Templehill Funeral Service

10.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Its not something we want to think about but I couldn't recommend Templehill Funeral Parlour enough for their professionalism in a time when you need it most.” — Barry N.

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

11. J and J Lindsay

13.5 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation from £1800
Barry Whalen Barry Whalen Barry Whalen Calum McCutcheon

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“Very professional and caring” — Mary S.

“David & team was very friendly, professional and caring. Highly recommended.” — S P.

12. Wilson and Drury Funeral Services Ltd

13.7 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I will never be able to thank Ryan and Emma enough. Such a professional but personal service.” — Rando M.

“A very professional but personal service. My family can't thank them enough for helping us through a very difficult and upsetting time.” — V L.

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    in the last week
    5

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

    Steven Glass 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

    Recently had to use for my FinL funeral. The service from first walking through the door to final email was faultless. Kate looked after us and him beautifully, navigated us throu…

    Bizzybeejo Green via Google
    in the last week
    5

    The best funeral directors i have encountered, we chose them after seeing another 5 funeral directors. Fantastic service all round from start to finish, very helpful, accomodating…

    Shirley via Google
    5

    I cannot thank the team enough for the kindness, compassion, and professionalism they showed during such a difficult time. From the very beginning, they treated our family with ge…

    Katie via Google
    5

    From first contact with Carshalton branch Theresa to the ceremony lead by Anita. Everything was handled with dignity and great supportive care. Clear explanation and helpful sugge…

    Mike Cox via Google
    in the last week
    5

    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

    Melissa via Google
    5

    I have never owned a Rolls Royce, but if ever I do I will call it Arnold, or, more likely, Lizzie. Arnold Funeral Service worked flawlessly as a team headed up by the amazing and…

    Mike Leake via Google
    5

    I would unreservedly recommend Andrew Grey Funeral Directors for their services. During the recent heartbreaking loss of our beloved mam, we were dealt with with the utmost respec…

    Linda Wind via Google
    5

    I cannot rate the service we received more highly. Cathy Houghton is a credit to the Co op, Rowner and her profession. She treated my brothers and I with kindness, empathy and mad…

    Michael Richardson via Google