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
(32 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
(11 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thank you to all in Wishaw Co-op from start to finish, you all made the day go smoothly and very professional.” — Colin R.

“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.

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
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Every single staff member deals with matters sensitively and with a great deal of compassion and nothing is too much bother. Due to the service they provided at the time of my father's funeral, we contacted them once again to make arrangements for our mother's recent funeral.” — Lorna D.

“Henry Dorricott provided me with both professional advice and support, which not only made me feel at ease, but gave 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

    Excellent service from Emily and we would always recommend this Funeral Directors.

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    The staff were wonderful and made the hardest decisions much easier, I can’t thank them all enough for giving my dad the best send off, they listened and understood what we needed…

    Justine Siviter via Google
    5

    At the most difficult moment in my and my daughter's life, I can honestly say that Heart of England Co-operative Funeral Services could not be bettered. Every last detail was hand…

    john via Google
    2 weeks ago
    5

    Words can’t express how Peterson funeral home looked after us as a family. Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things we will ever have to face in our life. Their quality of …

    tracey williams via Google
    5

    Just like to say again a BIG thank you for your service,. From the day we stepped into D A Lindsay & sons Funeral directors, we felt at ease going though the process of sending mu…

    Peter Hoyte via Google
    5

    After the loss of our daughter Mona, born sleeping at 18 weeks, Dan, Paul and the team at LDC cared for her and for us with such kindness, respect and dignity. After a loss, it’s…

    Yusa Minto via Google
    5

    In my darkest days when it was too difficult to say the words outloud, that my dad had passed, I was able to WhatsApp Lewis in the first instance for help,support and guidance.Thi…

    Julie B via Google
    a week ago
    5

    Always a lot to choose from and staff always lovely

    Pauline Forfar via Google
    5

    Very much appreciated the way in which Elaine and all at Haven, including the celebrant Robin Sanderson supported me and my family as we dealt with losing and saying goodbye to my…

    Mary Gallagher via Google
    5

    On behalf of my family, I would like to thank Simon and all the staff at Dutton and Hallmark for the outstanding service provided for our two family funerals earlier this year. T…

    Kate Carr via Google