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
(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
(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.

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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
(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.

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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
(7 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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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    A big Thank you to Denise and Her team!! They really Helped to organise and support us through the hard times Of a close loved ones funeral plans. They cared Deeply and made sure…

    Hadesri R via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Highly recommend Adkinson. From the moment we enquired we knew they were who we’d choose to do my husband’s funeral. Professional, kind & helpful, from the lady on reception thro…

    Janet Boot via Google
    5

    All of the team at the Widnes / Haydock branches were extremely kind and supportive throughout the process, but I would like to give a special mention to Katie who guided us throu…

    Fat Ned via Google
    5

    Kerry at the Dukinfield office was very good at easing the burden in my time of need and advising myself and my son & daughter in choosing what was required for the funeral. Lisa,…

    John Pitman via Google
    in the last week
    5

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

    Steven Glass via Google
    5

    We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to Helen for all her kindness, care and support during such a difficult time for our family. As Ukrainians, we have very different f…

    Kateryna Kurasova via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Superb service - a warm, personable, reassuring and wholly empathetic reception from initial point of contact through to conclusion - cannot be faulted. Most highly recommended.

    Roger Collings via Google
    5

    Absolutely worry free funeral service for my Dad from John Hogg Funeral Directors. I cant thank them enough, especially Stuart, who made sure everything ran smoothly, was always c…

    Roni Taggart 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

    From the moment I walked through the door the staff at Coopers, Lewes, made me feel at ease and supported. At a difficult time, Anastasia, the manager and her colleagues, Angela …

    Maureen Boynton via Google