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

South Lanarkshire

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the South 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 South Lanarkshire

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Co-op Funeralcare logo

1. Co-op Funeralcare

2.4 miles away

3.7
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Co-op Funeralcare in Larkhall provides compassionate, professional funeral services to families across Lanarkshire.

Henry Dorricott Funeral Service logo

2. Henry Dorricott Funeral Service

2.5 miles away

4.9
(32 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fraser was most helpful in making all the arrangements for the funeral for us as a family, providing an extremely dignified service during such a difficult time.” — Kenneth M.

“As a priest, the first funerals I ever conducted were with them and they helped me and put me at ease, taking the pressure off whilst having a great eye for detail. They were so good with the family too. They've done my gran's funeral and I can't thank them enough.” — Aaron W.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

4.0 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“So much help and information.” — Jean S.

“The care and service was outstanding. Very professional and friendly. They made the whole process easier for myself and the family from the start to finish.” — Karen M.

4. G McAllister Funeral Directors

4.1 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“First class business.” — Gerry M.

“From start to finish the service was excellent, helped steer us in the right direction, was made to feel relaxed and stress free throughout. Sara was excellent and Bronwyn too.” — Carol

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

4.1 miles away

4.6
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Staff put me at ease when discussing the funeral. I was kept informed throughout by emails, texts and calls. The funeral service was how I wanted it to be.” — Linda N.

“All the team went above and beyond what was expected of them. Special thanks to Nikki and the team for helping the family through this hard day.” — Graham M.

Fosters Funeral Directors logo

6. Fosters Funeral Directors

4.2 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1675 Cremation from £750

“Sarah-Anne Mackle is very professional and has a very calming voice that will make you feel very comfortable. She made sure everything's well executed.” — Lorelei S.

“Sarah-Anne Mackle is very professional and has a very calming voice that will make you feel very comfortable.She made sure everything's well executed. Thank you Sarah.” — Lorelei S.

7. G McAllister Funeral Directors

4.3 miles away

5
(1 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Fantastic listener, adviser and nothing was a bother — always a phone call or message away to answer any questions I had and checking up on how I was keeping.” — Scott M.

“We were treated with kindness and compassion at all times. On the day of Mum's funeral it was a comfort to know that Bronwyn and the team had everything organised so we didn't have to worry.” — Alison

Motherwell Funeralcare logo

8. Motherwell Funeralcare

5.2 miles away

4.6
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Never having arranged a funeral before we didn't know what to do but the staff at Co-op lead us every step of the way from start to finish. Fantastic service.” — David S.

“They kept us updated at every stage, took the time to go through everything clearly, and were incredibly supportive. They truly went above and beyond.” — Christine M.

Dundas Fyfe Funerals logo

9. Dundas Fyfe Funerals

5.5 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1695 Cremation from £900

“I couldn't have asked for more caring, loving people. The compassion they show is amazing.” — Linda R.

“During these hard times it was difficult for us but you went above and beyond to make this an easier process.” — Karen M.

James Sherry Funeral Service logo

10. James Sherry Funeral Service

5.6 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Great service from Martin and Gordon and the team. Was a great service and so professional. Thanks for making such a sad time so organised and stress free.” — Kirsty G.

“Done everything I asked right to the last detail, making a very difficult time go as smoothly as possible. Thank you from myself and my family.” — Tracey M.

Henry Dorricott Funeral Service logo

11. Henry Dorricott Funeral Service

5.6 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Margaret helped us organise everything and made sure my dad's funeral went just as he and we would have wanted. Nothing was too much to ask no matter how big or small the question or request was — she made it work.” — Cameron A.

“Selecting the right Funeral Director at a time when you're at your most vulnerable is vitally important, and Henry Dorricott provided me with both support and professional advice, giving me the reassurance that my mum would receive the beautiful service and send off that she really deserved.” — Willie M.

Lesmahagow Funeralcare logo

12. Lesmahagow Funeralcare

5.6 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Lesmahagow Funeralcare provides compassionate, dignified funeral services to families in Lesmahagow and the surrounding Lanarkshire area.

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Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    We recently used the services of D. Hollowell & Sons (The Oaks Funeral Home) for my dad's funeral. As soon as I met with Anthony I knew straight way that I wanted to use his servi…

    Rob Tierney via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Can honesly say this funaral directors go above and beoned they took great care of my late husband and did everything that was asked they are a amazing Highly recomend them thank…

    Simone Walker via Google
    5

    Just used them for our father's funeral which was slightly more bespoke than most and they helped us every step of the way to achieve our vision. No pressure. Let us do what we wa…

    stephen crocker via Google
    5

    We received an excellent and professional service from Greg & Anthony when we entrusted them with our Mum, The arrangements were excellent and they dealt with all the aspects of …

    Sue Hannan via Google
    5

    It's difficult to express how grateful me and my family are to Ian Hazel Funerals and in particular Luke, Tim and other staff. From the first phone call to the very end they were …

    Pip Smith via Google
    5

    Ballard and Shorthall Crawley recently took care of my mother’s funeral, Maureen Assanah. They had also looked after Dad in 2013. They are a brilliant team, and supported us every…

    S N via Google
    5

    Lewis is an exceptional funeral director. Professional, kind and compassionate throughout, and nothing was ever too much trouble. He was incredibly organised, guided us through ev…

    Afreen Cole via Google
    5

    There are no words or enough stars to describe how amazing and exceptional Nicholas O Haras services and Team are !! Right from the beginning of arranging a funeral plan with Anth…

    Pauline Kelly via Google
    5

    Right from the start to end of communication parkgrove have been so compassionate and thoughtful , they went out their way to accomodate any help or information we needed at the…

    Lindy Ross via Google
    5

    We have used Chadwick’s for our family funerals for years and mum wanted us to use them for her funeral too. They are always so respectful, helpful and compassionate and this time…

    June Pryce via Google