After a Death in Glasgow City | Funeral Directors & Support | Funeral Directory

Glasgow City

Bereavement support & funeral directors

If someone has died in the Glasgow City 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 Glasgow City

All NAFD-accredited with verified Google reviews

Fosters Family Funeral Directors logo

1. Fosters Family Funeral Directors

0.8 miles away

5
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to thank you and your team for a lovely service on short notice. Greatly appreciated your professionalism and help planning. My brother-in-law Jeffrey Ferguson would have been pleased.” — Christopher S.

“The arrangements and service provided was outstanding. I would highly recommend Fosters as a caring and professional organisation. Where families come first.” — Jennifer O.

T and R OBrien Ltd logo

2. T and R OBrien Ltd

1.0 miles away

5
(17 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Carol made sure we were happy with every detail, and the staff made sure to respect our Sikh customs. Linda and the rest of the staff were all so professional and polite.” — Luvleen Z.

“The compassion showed on the day was above and beyond and I cannot thank them enough for helping us through it all. I would highly recommend them in your time of need without hesitation.” — Libby M.

Bridgeton Funeralcare inc Taylor Bros logo

3. Bridgeton Funeralcare inc Taylor Bros

1.4 miles away

5
(2 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

Bridgeton Funeralcare inc Taylor Bros offers compassionate funeral services in Glasgow, combining local heritage with Co-op Funeralcare support.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

4. Co-op Funeralcare

1.5 miles away

3.1
(7 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“I would like to thank Mark for all his support and for conducting the service and for helping us to honour and celebrate my mum's memory.” — Bernadette Y.

“I could not have asked for a more caring, thoughtful, respectful and considerate experience from this establishment. Lorraine and the team were first class professionals and I felt informed and my wishes respected throughout!” — Catherine P.

5. McAllister and Considine Ltd

1.5 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

6. Co-op Funeralcare

1.6 miles away

4.1
(9 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Their support and attention to detail was first class.” — Rozanne F.

“From the moment I arranged my initial appointment with my local co-op funeral branch up to and including my mother's crematorium service, I received nothing but first class care, compassion and professionalism. They were accommodating of all my wishes and were always available should I need to run any questions past them.” — raj b.

7. James Hardie Funeral Services Ltd

1.6 miles away

5
(19 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Jim and staff are fantastic, they made our difficult time very stress and hassle free. They are very friendly and helpful, do everything for you.” — Edward

“Every care was taken to ensure my mum had the send off she deserved. The professional caring service provided was a huge comfort to my family.” — Sharon S.

8. Co-op Funeralcare

1.9 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Mary sorted us with an excellent Humanist celebrant and prepared an amazing Order of Service with so many photographs. Mary was outstanding with patience. Can't recommend enough the Partick branch when you need the support.” — David A.

“Stuart, the funeral director could not have been more caring and professional. I was truly overwhelmed at how their presence and demeanor made a very sad occasion a very dignified event. I can only thank the whole team with all my heart.” — Anne L.

Co-op Funeralcare logo

9. Co-op Funeralcare

2.0 miles away

4.9
(10 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“My partner's funeral arrangements were handled with compassion and professionalism by Kirsten at Springburn at an otherwise very difficult time.” — christine N.

“Chris and the staff are tremendous. The care and consideration they gave to us as a family. Thank you so much from the bottom of our hearts.” — Carolann G.

10. Harmony Funeral Director

2.0 miles away

NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation
Co-op Funeralcare logo

11. Co-op Funeralcare

2.1 miles away

5
(4 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Absolutely first class at such a difficult time. From start to finish no hiccups whatsoever and attention to detail second to none.” — Alan P.

“Nicola made the process so much easier. She is worth her weight in gold.” — J

12. Margaret Fraser Funeral Directors

2.1 miles away

4.7
(29 reviews)
NAFD Verified
Burial Cremation

“Five stars just isn't enough to give. Margaret and Bill are the most kindest caring couple ever. Can't thank them enough for everything they done for our family after the death of our dad/husband.” — Helen

“Thank you Margaret and staff — you made a very hard time run so smoothly. My mum was beautiful from the beginning right to the very end, from her hair and lipstick right down to her nail polish. It's a pity we couldn't give you more stars.” — Elizabeth T.

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    We cannot thank the Co-op Funeralcare teams at Solihull and Hobbs Moat enough for the outstanding care they gave our Mom and our family. Mom had made the decision during her illne…

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    Coles funeral directors has been absolutely outstanding. I used Cole’s for the passing of my uncle, and I honestly wouldn’t of imagined the send off to be as perfect as it was. Th…

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    One phone and Brendan at the Co-op Funeral home in Hunstanton took over and dealt with everything. Such a relief. Brendan kept us informed at every stage. Louise the celebrant was…

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    Katie was professional, kind and knowledgeable throughout the whole process. She took the time to listen carefully to my mum's needs and helped us set up a funeral plan that was r…

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    I cannot thank Maria and all the staff enough for their kindness, professionalism, and support during such a difficult time. From the very first meeting, Maria was compassionate, …

    Haylie Overy via Google
    5

    We sadly lost our dear mum recently and only a year after we lost my lovely sister, we were in complete shock. We entrusted Ballard and Shortall with the funeral arrangements for…

    Wendy Perretta via Google
    5

    This is the second time I have used wythenshawe Funeral Services. I cannot praise them enough from start of the arrangements to the end. Steph who attended to all the arranging of…

    janice valvona via Google
    5

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

    Marilyn Barnes via Google
    5

    Excellent personal service from Anthony dealing with all aspects of the arrangements for my wife's funeral and cremation services followed by the interment of her ashes in the fam…

    Don Westerman 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