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
(2 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
(28 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“She cannot thank Matt enough for going above and beyond to ensure everything went smoothly and with true dignity.” — Louise G.

“They made the journey much easier than I had ever anticipated. Truly a five star effort.” — William H.

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.

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

4. G McAllister Funeral Directors

4.1 miles away

5
(2 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 Bronyn too.” — Carol

Co-op Funeralcare logo

5. Co-op Funeralcare

4.1 miles away

4.6
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mary couldn't do enough for us. She was an absolute star from start to finish. Kenny made us feel very comfortable on the day of the funeral too.” — Aileen M.

“Kenny's knowledge was second to none and took all the stress out of my worst few days. Chris is a totally lovely lad who can put anyone at ease.” — Chris. F.

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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

“Her care and compassion was of an absolute high standard. Fantastic listener, adviser and nothing was a bother — always a phone call or message away to answer any questions and checking up on how I was keeping.” — Scott M.

“She made everything seem so effortless and plain sailing for the family at this difficult time. We will be forever grateful.” — Gary J.

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8. Motherwell Funeralcare

5.2 miles away

4.6
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

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

“Tailoring a funeral to someone's wishes is definitely a service they provide - they made us feel everything was taken care of for my dad's funeral.” — Alex H.

Dundas Fyfe Funerals logo

9. Dundas Fyfe Funerals

5.5 miles away

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

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

“He helped us all every step of the way and also Lesley — can't thank yous all enough, made it special and also personal every step of the way.” — Angela K.

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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
(5 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Extremely kind, caring, approachable, dignified and professional. Would highly recommend them.” — Seonaid W.

“Every single staff member deals with matters sensitively and with a great deal of compassion and nothing is too much bother. I couldn't fault the service provided in any way whatsoever, from beginning to end.” — Lorna D.

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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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