Funeral Directors in Mount Vernon
Local funeral directors serving Mount Vernon
Birrell Corrance Funeral Directors serves Mount Vernon from our funeral home in neighbouring Baillieston, just a couple of minutes away. We are a family-owned firm of funeral directors and undertakers, with over 25 years of local experience.
Whether you need us in the middle of the night or simply want to talk about funeral costs, our team is here for you. We explain everything clearly and arrange a farewell that truly reflects your loved one.
Funeral services for families in Mount Vernon
We arrange every kind of funeral for families in Mount Vernon, including:
- Funeral packages from £1,950
- Cremation funerals with a service at the crematorium chapel
- Traditional burials and the burial of ashes
- Direct cremation from £1,800
- Services for every faith and none
- Personal touches, from music and flowers to club colours
- Funeral plans to pay in advance
Crematoria, cemeteries and churches near Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon is one of the closest communities to Daldowie Crematorium, so many families here choose a cremation service there. Burials are arranged in cemeteries across the east end, including St Peter’s Cemetery at Dalbeth and Sandymount Cemetery. We can arrange the service at your local church or at the crematorium. Find out more in our guide to crematoria and cemeteries in Glasgow and Lanarkshire.
Registering a death in Mount Vernon
Deaths in Glasgow are usually registered with Glasgow City Council’s registration service, although in Scotland you can register at any registration office. You need to register within 8 days, and you will need the Medical Certificate of Cause of Death (Form 11). Our guide to arranging a funeral explains each step, and we are always happy to help.
Funeral costs in Mount Vernon
Our funeral packages are clearly priced: the Simple Service is £1,950, the Silver Service £2,300 and the Gold Service £2,650, and our direct cremation is £1,800. Third-party costs such as the crematorium or cemetery fee are paid on top, and we always show these separately, so you know exactly where every pound goes. Our standardised price list and the latest crematorium fees can be downloaded from the packages page.
If you receive certain benefits, you may be able to get a Funeral Support Payment. See our page on help with funeral costs.
Why families in Mount Vernon choose Birrell Corrance
Our team has cared for families across the east end and south side of Glasgow for more than 25 years. We are proud of our award-winning service, our fixed, clearly priced packages and the many families who come back to us and recommend us to friends.
Your nearest funeral home
Our nearest funeral home to Mount Vernon is in Baillieston, at 115 Main Street, Baillieston, G69 6SL, telephone 0141 771 4800. We also have a funeral home in Cambuslang (0141 237 4770). Both are open to families 24 hours a day.
Nearby areas
We also serve Baillieston, Tollcross, Carmyle, Uddingston and the rest of the areas we cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Daldowie Crematorium close to Mount Vernon?
Yes. Daldowie Crematorium is only a few minutes from Mount Vernon, and we arrange services there regularly.
Where will we meet the funeral director?
Usually at our Baillieston funeral home, just a couple of minutes from Mount Vernon. We can also make many of the arrangements over the phone.
How much does a funeral cost in Glasgow?
Our funeral packages start at £1,950 for a Simple Service, with Silver at £2,300 and Gold at £2,650. A direct cremation is £1,800. Crematorium or cemetery fees are third-party costs paid on top, and we explain these clearly before anything is agreed.
What should I do first when someone dies?
If the death was expected, contact the GP or the care staff, who will confirm the death. If it was unexpected, call 999. Once the death has been confirmed, call us at any hour and we will bring your loved one into our care. In Scotland the death must be registered within 8 days.
Can I call you at night or at the weekend?
Yes. Our funeral directors are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. If someone has died at home, in a care home or in hospital, call 0141 771 4800 (Baillieston) or 0141 237 4770 (Cambuslang) and we will guide you through what happens next.
Get In Touch
Call Us
BAILLIESTON OFFICE
0141 771 4800
CAMBUSLANG OFFICE
0141 237 4770
UDDINGSTON OFFICE
01698 674 233 (calls answered 24/7)
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What They Say
Robert and team put together a very unique and personalised send off for my late Father. Thomas Donnelly Smyth. From the introduction meeting of the family. taking families requests and preferences advice and preparation was all carried out to the highest standards. Would not hesitate to use this service again very well rated.
Absolutely fantastic service from Robert , Jacqui and the team . Caring , Knowledgeable, and wonderfully helpful at the most difficult of times .1st class highly recommend.
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Fantastic service my grans funeral was handled in a professional manner Lorraine and her team went above and beyond to make sure it all ran smoothly would highly recommend Lorraine and her team for there outstanding performance x
Why Choose Us
We Are The Best Because We Care
At Birrell Corrance, our funeral directors are proud to have served our local community in the Glasgow and Lanarkshire areas. Families choose us for our commitment to provide affordable, personalised funeral care.