Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium

65 reviews

Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium is an ethical and member owned funeral director, serving bereaved families in Kaimhill Road and the surrounding area with care, respect and clarity.

Latest Verified Reviews

David Scott 3rd May 2022

Excellent 

Lee Robson 3rd May 2022

Highly recommend very understanding and caring

Norna McKay 28th Apr 2022

Professional and caring  From start to finish we couldn’t have asked for better service. Karen was very accommodating, professional and nothing was too much trouble, the staff on the day were faultless and made sure everything ran smoothly. I would highly recommend Wm Gilchrist .

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

Kaimhill Funeral Home, Old Crematorium
Kaimhill Road
Aberdeen
Aberdeenshire
AB10 7JL

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours
Call: 01224 068666

About Us

Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium is an ethical, member-owned funeral director in Aberdeen. Co-op Funeralcare is the UK’s largest funeral services provider, with a long history of proudly serving the local community. They are owned by their members and promise to always keep you at the heart of their service when helping you to arrange a funeral. You will be treated with care and respect, ensuring that you have both clarity and reassurance that every choice you make is the best one for you.

Whether your loved one wanted a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life, Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium can help you plan the perfect goodbye. You can choose from a wide range of coffins, from traditional woods to eco-friendly alternatives such as bamboo, wicker or even cardboard.

Their Kaimhill Road funeral home can provide a wide choice of funeral vehicles, from traditional hearses and limousines, to a horse and carriage. The Co-operative work with the country's largest florist, meaning that every kind of floral tribute will be available to you.

As well as providing funeral services in Kaimhill Road, Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium take a positive, active role in the community, giving back to those in the local area through support programs and outreach to other local businesses. Community is at the heart of every Co-operative branch.

During weekdays, Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium in Aberdeen is open from 08:30 - 16:30. If you need help outside of these hours, there is a 24-hour phone service you can call. Visiting hours on the weekend can also be arranged by appointment.

Telephone Wm Gilchrist Funeralcare, Old Crematorium today to find out more about the services they provide, and begin arranging the perfect farewell for your loved one. Their team of professionals are on hand to listen, advise and guide you through all your options, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 David Scott 3rd May 2022

    Excellent 

  • 5 Lee Robson 3rd May 2022

    Highly recommend very understanding and caring

  • 5 Norna McKay 28th Apr 2022

    Professional and caring 
    From start to finish we couldn’t have asked for better service.
    Karen was very accommodating, professional and nothing was too much trouble, the staff on the day were faultless and made sure everything ran smoothly.
    I would highly recommend Wm Gilchrist .

  • 5 Alan Minto 20th Apr 2022

    All were treated with dignity and both families were delighted wit the arrangements you put in hand.     I was particularly impressed given by Karen and Jennifer.      At Baldarroch Bobby was most helpful.    I would definitely use Wm Gilchrist in future.    Thank you.
    Alan Minto

  • 5 Gail Walker 6th Apr 2022

    I would like to take the opportunity to thank Jennifer for her support. She has such a lovely manner and made the whole process much easier to deal with. 

  • 5 Steven Rae 4th Apr 2022

    Dealing with Jennifer was a pleasure. Jennifer had a very calm and professional manner. She explained the process well and managed all my questions. In this difficult time, it was made easier with her assistance, many thanks. 

  • 5 Laura Gilmour 4th Apr 2022

    After my father passed away, Wm Gilchrist did an incredible job and were so helpful at a very difficult time.  Everybody was so kind and sympathetic and the funeral was beautiful.  

  • 5 Bernadette Ash 1st Apr 2022

    We cannot thank the Staff at Gilchrist, Aberdeen, enough, for their great support for our family. All werevery kind, courteous and professional. Their help in all matters was deeply appreciated, both before and during the funeral. They made a sad day very special.

    Thank you so much.

    From Bernadette and family.

  • 5 Michelle Hargie 30th Mar 2022

    I cannot fault the service from Martin and his team. Martin’s attention to detail along with his compassion will never be forgotten. Above and beyond our expectation - Thank you 

    Ray from the Rose street branch however was over familiar on our initial conversation that caused further upset to an already devastating situation. 

  • 5 John Crighton 21st Mar 2022

    Thanks to all the staff at Gilchrists at Kaimhill Aberdeen
    who helped us get through the loss of our mother.The whole ceremony and up to graveside went smoothly very pleased with all the effort Jennifer Colin Charlie Karen and the other staff that made the day go without a hitch.Thankyou also to John Mcgruvie who did a great service of mum's life.
    John & Richard Crighton
    & Family

  • 5 Tom Lowden 28th Feb 2022

    Trish Coupar could not have been more helpful & everyone else I dealt with were were also very good. John McGruvie as celebrant was excellent. Tom lowden

  • 5 John Joseph Powell McParland 14th Feb 2022

    First class service 

  • 5 Annamarie Ritchie 7th Feb 2022

    Steven was amazing he guided Us through every step, he kept in touch almost daily and we felt well supported in a very hard part of our lives. 

  • 5 Mary Gough 17th Jan 2022

    We were very pleased with the support and guidance we received planning mum's funeral. On the day the whole family were treated respectfully and mum was given a lovely and very dignified send off which brought peace to us all at such a sad time.

  • 5 Laura Hunter 23rd Nov 2021

    First class service. treated with compassion, dignity and offered a excellent personal service at such a difficult time.

Address
Kaimhill Funeral Home, Old Crematorium
Kaimhill Road
Aberdeen
Aberdeenshire
AB10 7JL

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Latest Verified Reviews

David Scott 3rd May 2022

Excellent 

Lee Robson 3rd May 2022

Highly recommend very understanding and caring

Norna McKay 28th Apr 2022

Professional and caring  From start to finish we couldn’t have asked for better service. Karen was very accommodating, professional and nothing was too much trouble, the staff on the day were faultless and made sure everything ran smoothly. I would highly recommend Wm Gilchrist .

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