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S. Stibbards & Sons, Canvey Island

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A family-owned funeral home on Canvey Island supporting families in Essex with compassionate and caring funeral services

Latest Verified Reviews

Peter Giles 30th Mar 2026

David was extremely helpful and understanding at a very sad time for us. From the beginning to the end they were all very professional. Thank you!  

Tracy Baker 23rd Mar 2026

Wonderfully supportive with excellent service and standards 

Roy Brand 17th Feb 2026

Make the whole experience bearable at such an emotional time.  Very professional with obvious years of experience.

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Funeral Services

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Home visit
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest

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

22 Canvey Rd
Canvey Island
Essex
SS8 0LW

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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

About Us

The caring team at S Stibbards & Sons understand that contacting a funeral director can seem daunting, but with over 150 years experience, they are there to listen, reassure and support families at this very difficult time.

As a funeral home with family values at its heart, its focus is upon providing compassionate funeral care to families in Canvey Island and the surrounding area, at whatever time of day or night it is needed.

When it can be hard to focus on decision-making, it is the role of their caring team to listen and support families in a reassuring space where they can focus on their loved one.

S Stibbards & Sons’ Canvey Island funeral home provides a calm and tranquil atmosphere in which to make funeral arrangements. It has a private chapel of rest where families can spend precious time with their loved one, reassured that their funeral wishes are being taken care of. Should you prefer support in more familiar surroundings, a home visit can be arranged.

Whether families prefer a full traditional funeral service, or a quiet farewell tailored to their needs, funeral director Martin Stibbards and his experienced staff aim to ensure that the arrangements fulfil every family’s wishes.

Stibbards offers a fleet of modern Jaguar hearses and limousines to ensure families and their loved one can travel in comfort, driven by their professional staff. Traditional horse-drawn hearses, vintage vehicles and other bespoke options can also be arranged.

S Stibbards & Sons is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Homes Association (SAIF) and meets the high standards set by both.

It offers Golden Charter funeral plans to those who are considering the future, while as part of its support for families, it offers in-house bereavement counselling.

Call S Stibbards & Sons for a compassionate and helpful funeral service on Canvey Island.

Latest Obituaries

'Trish' Kain

'Trish' Kain

Jun 1963 - Mar 2026

Peter Charles Hosier

Peter Charles Hosier

Aug 1935 - Mar 2026

Derek ‘Del’ Hawkins

Derek ‘Del’ Hawkins

Mar 2026 - Mar 1945

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Peter Giles 30th Mar 2026

    David was extremely helpful and understanding at a very sad time for us. From the beginning to the end they were all very professional. Thank you!
     

  • 5 Tracy Baker 23rd Mar 2026

    Wonderfully supportive with excellent service and standards 

  • 5 Roy Brand 17th Feb 2026

    Make the whole experience bearable at such an emotional time. 
    Very professional with obvious years of experience.

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Roy,
    Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share your kind words. We’re truly grateful to know that our support helped make such a difficult and emotional time a little more bearable for you. Our team are committed to offering care, professionalism, and guidance built on many years of experience, and it means a great deal to hear that this made a difference.

  • 5 Valerie Hardiman 18th Jan 2026

    From the first meeting with David everything was handled quietly calmly and with respect.

    Stuart and team looked after us with kindness and compassion.

    Would happily recommend

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Valerie,
    Thank you sincerely for taking the time to share such kind words. It was our privilege to support you from the very first meeting, and we’re pleased to know that David, Stuart, and the team were able to provide the calm, respectful and compassionate care you needed.
    Your recommendation means a great deal to all of us.

  • 4 Peter Gotts 12th Jan 2026

    we were very please on the day

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Peter,
    Thank you sincerely for taking the time to leave your review. We’re truly glad to hear that you were pleased with how everything went on the day itself. It means a great deal to our team to know we were able to support you and your family during such an important moment.
    If there’s anything more we could have done to make your experience a five‑star one, we’d really appreciate hearing your thoughts. Your feedback helps us continue offering the highest level of care to every family we serve.

  • 5 Mark Dowler 24th Nov 2025

    Can not thank the people at Stibbards involved with my mum’s funeral enough it all went perfectly 

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Mark,
    Thank you so much. It means a great deal to our team to know that we were able to support you and your family during such a difficult time. We’re truly grateful to have helped ensure everything went just as you wished for your mum’s farewell.

  • 5 Nicola Harvey 26th Oct 2025

    From start to finish the planning of dad’s funeral to the actually dad we felt totally supported and respected by David & the stibbards team. On the day of the funeral the bearers & team were amazing. I it’s a very sad time as to be expected but I would really recommend Stibbards and their service. 

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Nicola,
    Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We’re truly honoured to have supported you and your family during such a difficult time. David and the entire Stibbards team are deeply committed to providing care, respect, and professionalism every step of the way, and it means a great deal to know that this was felt throughout your experience. Your recommendation is sincerely appreciated, and we’re grateful to have been able to help you give your dad the dignified farewell he deserved.

  • 5 Margaret Woodruff 15th Oct 2025

    They were so supporting and very caring 

  • 5 Susan Licence 27th Sep 2025

    Thank you so much for all your advice and help in arranging Jades celebration of life. The care and compassion you gave us was incredible, thank you. Sue and Matt Licence

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Sue and Matt, Thank you so much for your kind words. It was truly an honour to help you celebrate Jade’s life. She was clearly deeply loved, and it was a privilege to support you during such a meaningful and emotional time. We are keeping you both in my thoughts.

  • 5 Pam Pitts 26th Sep 2025

    Nothing was to much trouble. Very friendly and made everything easier at a difficult time

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Pam, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly honoured to have been able to support you during such a difficult time. It means a great deal to know we were able to help make things a little easier. It was lovely to see so many Classic Cars follow Pete's final journey

  • 5 Phillip Knight 9th Sep 2025

    Thoughtful , caring, professional the service they provided me and my family was brilliant I cannot say in words how deeply thankful I am to them every little detail was considered even down to making my Mums bed when they come to collect her and leaving a flower on her pillow. 

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Phillip,
    Thank you so much for your beautiful message. It was truly an honour to be there for you and your family during such a tender time.
    We always try to care for each person as if they were our own, and I’m deeply touched that the small details—like making your mum’s bed and leaving a flower—brought a little comfort. Moments like these matter, and we are grateful we could help in a way that felt meaningful to you.

  • 5 Margaret Southam 19th Aug 2025

    All the gentlemen who work for Stibbards are a tribute to the firm. They were always kind and courteous, explaining everything as they went. Would recommend them to anyone in the same position 

  • 5 Alan Mitchell 18th Aug 2025

        

  • 5 Nicola Wells 10th Aug 2025

    Stibbards are a very well known, professional, reliable and well respected company and treat your loved ones with kindness, care and respect.  They keep you fully informed during the whole process and can assist with so many aspects of arranging a funeral. They recently looked after my mum and helped my family with her cremation. If you’re still unsure, please don’t be, you are in safe and trusted hands. 

    Tim Barker replied
    Dear Nicola, thank you for your generous feedback. We are truly pleased to hear that you found our service and support to be of a high standard throughout your experience.

  • 5 Sue Collins 19th Jul 2025

    Stibbards staff supported me at every step. When I couldn’t upload a photo, David found a different way to solve the problem without extra stress. Nothing was too much trouble. Thank you so much all of the support during such a stressful time. 

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Sue,
    Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a lot to us to know we were able to ease some of the pressure during such a difficult time. David and the team will be deeply touched by your appreciation—we always strive to support our families with care, compassion, and practical help whenever it’s needed. We're truly grateful you took the time to share your experience.

  • 5 Valerie Cooper 14th Jul 2025

    Such kind and caring people.  Patient and forgiving.   My family have used them for many years and will continue to do so.

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Valerie, Thank you so much for your kind words and continued trust over the years. It truly means a lot to us to be able to support you and your family.

  • 5 Stephen Kite 8th Jul 2025

    A very thoughtful, considerate and professional service

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Stephen, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're truly glad to hear you found the service thoughtful, considerate, and professional.

  • 5 Daniel Smith 6th Jul 2025

    Excellent service 

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Daniel,
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It truly means the world to us to hear that you had an excellent experience—we take great pride in providing the best service we can, and feedback like yours lets us know we’re doing just that.

  • 5 Lorraine Kent 1st Jul 2025

    Kind, sympathetic and professional in all aspects. Building up to and the day of the funeral they guided us with care and empathy from start to the end. Thanks especially to David and Stuart. 

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Lorraine, Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. It was an honour to support you during such a difficult time. David and myself and the entire team deeply appreciate your kind acknowledgment—it means a great deal to us all.

  • 5 Deborah Hutchinson 17th Jun 2025

    They are very kind and look after you throughout the process in the office and at the funeral highly recommended

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Deborah,
    Thank you for your kind words. We are deeply committed to providing care and support during such an important time, and it means so much to hear that you felt looked after throughout the process. Your recommendation is truly appreciated.

  • 5 Soraya Grimwood 14th Jun 2025

    They were extremely helpful helped plan the service and was extremely looked after well top marks xx

    Tim Barker replied
    Dear Soraya, thank you for taking the time to express your thanks for the service that we provided to you at such a sad time. I am pleased that you felt looked after and supported by all involved.

  • 5 Julie Bailey 10th Jun 2025

    Couldn’t have wished for better. Excellent service kind and compassionate and Emma Walker was an excellent choice for Celebrant captured the essence of my darling husband 

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Julie, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly touched to hear that you felt supported and cared for during such a difficult time. Emma Walker will be so pleased to know she was able to honour your husband’s memory in a way that captured his essence. It was a privilege to be part of his farewell, and we’re grateful we could provide the compassion and service you needed.

  • 5 David Blyth 3rd Jun 2025

    Would like to say how wonderful the team at Stibbards were arranging and carrying out the funeral of Margaret .
    From start to finish they were kind,compassionate and professional and guided us through each step so smoothly .
    Thank you to Martin for how wonderfully professional he was on the day and Diane who carried out the admin xx

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear David, thank you for taking the time to leave your wonderful comments. Diane and myself are so pleased that we honored Mum's memory and looked after yourself, Roger and the rest of the family so well during your time of bereavement.

  • 5 Paula Bastin 10th May 2025

    Amazing, Thoughtful and Professional service received from Stibbards would never consider anyone else ! 

  • 5 Rachel Collins 7th May 2025

    Stibbards looked after our daughter who passed away and was so sensitive and helpful guiding us through the whole process and making the arrangements. They did not rush us at all, Kate , David and Simon were so respectful. I cannot thank them enough for being there for our family   

    Tim Barker replied
    Dear Rachel, On behalf of Myself, Kate and David, it is a pleasure to know that we have been able to support you and your family in giving Lisa the send off that she deserved. Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you, your kind words are very much appreciated.

Address
22 Canvey Rd
Canvey Island
Essex
SS8 0LW

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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

Peter Giles 30th Mar 2026

David was extremely helpful and understanding at a very sad time for us. From the beginning to the end they were all very professional. Thank you!  

Tracy Baker 23rd Mar 2026

Wonderfully supportive with excellent service and standards 

Roy Brand 17th Feb 2026

Make the whole experience bearable at such an emotional time.  Very professional with obvious years of experience.

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