After a Death in West Lothian | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

West Lothian

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the West Lothian 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 West Lothian

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Scotmid Funerals logo

1. Scotmid Funerals

0.3 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial from £1695 Cremation from £900

Scottish Independent Co-operative carrying out funerals since 1927

Brodies Funeral Services Ltd logo

2. Brodies Funeral Services Ltd

1.7 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Lovely staff, especially through a very emotional and difficult day.” — Charley C.

“Thank you for the lovely send off for my husband Hugh Traynor, it was just perfect in every way.” — Brenda T.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

3. Co-op Funeralcare

2.5 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Couldn't have done enough for us. Kind and caring.” — Linda A.

“Could not fault the professionalism and empathy shown to my family at a difficult time. If you are looking for a very personal and caring service then I thoroughly recommend.” — Laura A.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

2.6 miles away

4.7
(43 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Made what should have been such a sad occasion a memorable one. All the staff were so considerate and full of compassion for all the family. Dad would have been proud of the send off he received.” — Robert G.

“We used the Co-op Livingston for both my dad and my mum's funeral, sadly only 10 months apart. Fiona dealt with both with respect, professionalism and care, making what is a very difficult time much easier. We would highly recommend.” — karyn b.

5. Thomas Grieve and Ltd

2.7 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Thomas Grieve has done an amazing job with the headstone. Sharon has been lovely, would definitely recommend.” — Mary M.

“Dignified and respectful from day of Mum's passing to her cremation and after. Wouldn't use anyone else, cannot recommend highly enough.” — Susan S.

Brodies Funeral Services Ltd logo

6. Brodies Funeral Services Ltd

2.8 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“All the staff were 100% professionals. Thank you all.” — Paul M.

“A truly professional and empathetic service. They were always available to help with our questions.” — Colin M.

7. Thomas Grieve and Son Ltd

3.2 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I cannot thank Thomas Grieve & Son enough for their compassion and kindness shown during our recent family bereavement. All the staff were extremely professional every step of the way.” — Heather L.

“Your dedication and care meant more to us than words can express. Special thanks to Sharon at the Broxburn office for her careful coordination of the headstone arrangements.” — anna m.

8. Thomas Grieve and Son Ltd

3.5 miles away

5
(3 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Very professional, with a personal service. Many thanks” — Amanda P.

“Very professional , with a personal service.Many thanks” — Amanda P.

Thomas Brown Funerals logo

9. Thomas Brown Funerals

4.6 miles away

4.4
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial from £1695 Cremation from £900

“Have served my family well over the years. The staff are lovely and I can highly recommend them.” — Scott W.

“Staff so very kind, show so much compassion, pull out all stops to give you exactly what you want.” — Sandra F.

10. Thomas Grieve and Son Ltd

4.8 miles away

4.3
(6 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Excellent service from this company - very considerate, respectful and efficient.” — Julia C.

“He was so helpful and answered my questions quickly. Really appreciate everything he did at this time.” — Karen

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What families are saying

Real 5-star reviews from Google, updated regularly

    5

    Cathy and the whole team are wonderful, from the first phone call all the way through to bereavement support, they are second to none. Cathy goes above and beyond, and having had …

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    Emily Woods via Google
    5

    An exceptional, compassionate service during a difficult time. Lodge Brothers took care of my mum’s funeral and cremation last month and I truly cannot recommend them highly enoug…

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    Abbie Wood via Google
    5

    The team really went above and beyond for us and my dad. I felt really supported and updated with things. Natalie our funeral director was in regular contact which made me feel co…

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    Alex Bradley via Google
    5

    Sam and her team has unfortunately arranged 3 funerals for us and they’ve all been amazing from start to finish thank you Sam xx

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    Mrs Debbie via Google
    5

    Brilliant service, nothing was to much trouble from the start, nicola was amazing and very helpful, the 2 women I had with me when dressing my mum were so informative and and supp…

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    Toni Adams via Google
    5

    Thank you, Laura and Jack at Tappers Milford on Sea branch.Your calm and considerate and supportive manner at a difficult time was really apprecited. Laura kept me informed throug…

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    Andrew Dickson via Google
    in the last week
    5

    Very grateful for the good service provided by Rosedale, they were friendly and professional to deal with at a difficult time.

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    RICHARD WOOLSEY via Google
    5

    I cannot thank doves in Sittingbourne Enough, they made my mum‘s final journey in the final goodbye here the perfect one, Julie is lovely and she helped me arrange my mum‘s funera…

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    claire attrell via Google
    5

    At a difficult time for us, we found the meticulous, caring service from all the staff at A W Lymn very comforting. Their advice on all aspects of the funeral was very professiona…

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    Roger Aubrook via Google
    5

    I cannot thank Lexie at Box Brothers enough for the incredible support, kindness and guidance she gave us during one of the most difficult times in our lives. Losing someone we l…

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    Kelly Mack via Google