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

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

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.

    What they do

    • Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
    • Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
    • Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
  • SAIF Member

    Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.

    What they do

    • Inspects businesses before granting membership
    • Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
    • Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong

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

David   Munday

David Munday

Jan 1957 - Feb 2026

Rosemary   Giles

Rosemary Giles

Mar 1949 - Feb 2026

Sharon   Scobie

Sharon Scobie

Sep 1959 - Jan 2026

Janet   Bashford

Janet Bashford

Sep 1947 - Feb 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasize the attentive care and respect shown to their loved ones throughout the process, from first contact through to the funeral day itself. Families repeatedly mention how staff were always available to answer questions, took time to listen to their wishes, and treated arrangements with patience and understanding during an emotionally overwhelming period.

The funeral day itself is frequently described by families as running smoothly and seamlessly, with particular praise for how the staff guided them through the service with professionalism and calm, even when complex or emotionally delicate requests needed attention.

Communication and availability emerge consistently across reviews, with families noting that staff returned calls promptly, provided clear information about arrangements, and remained accessible throughout the planning process, which families say significantly reduced stress during an already difficult time.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Fiona Price 5th Feb 2021

    So professional and friendly, I would highly recommend Stibbards. Lisa at the Canvey branch made a difficult time that much easier.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Fiona for your kind words and recommendation of our services, we are pleased that Lisa was able to support you in the difficult time.
  • 5 Lee Brown 1st Feb 2021

    Thank you for all your friendly help and assistance in arranging dad's funeral.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Lee, thank you for taking the time to share your thanks, I will ensure those who assisted you are included, kindest regards, Martin Stibbards
  • 5 Maggie Smith 30th Jan 2021

    Excellent. Everyone at stibbards were very kind. Lisa was great she helped with all our needs, she managed to sort out things we wanted even at the last minute. My Albie was looked after with great respect and had a lovely send off. Thankyou so much for all you done x

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Maggie, thank you for your lovely words regarding the service you received and our Lisa in particular, I am so pleased she provided the support you needed at such a difficult time. Kind regards, Martin Stibbards
  • 5 Ian knott 18th Jan 2021

    S. Stibbards & Sons provided a first class service when they dealt with my wife's funeral. The staff are exceptional and went out of their way to help make the occasion as perfect as possible.Their attendance was just right striking the correct balance at all times and the vehicles used were spotless and very comfortable. I am certainly happy to recommend these Funeral Directors.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Ian, thank you for your kind recommendation and thoughtful words, they will be shared with all concerned. Kind regards, Martin Stibbards
  • 5 Helen Douthwaite 10th Jan 2021

    Lisa and the team have been fantastic with helping us at such a sad time. Everything has been dealt with so much care. Thank you!

    Dave Ponton replied
    thank you Helen, we are sure that Lisa will be please knowing she has been able to support you in this difficult time.
  • 5 Victoria Peggs 22nd Dec 2020

    They have been so helpful and supportive at every step. I would definitely recommend them.

    Dave Ponton replied
    thank you Victoria, there is no better form of praise then a recommendation
  • 5 Jennifer Saul 24th Nov 2020

    The service we received from everyone involved with my mums funeral was second to none.  During a very difficult time when we were unable to give mum the send of she deserved Stibbards went above and beyond to make it as personal as possible, and focusing on the things we were able to do to make the actual funeral as special as possible.  The staff were all very easy to deal with and made us a comfortable as possible at one of the worst times  in our lives.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Jennifer, thank you for your kind words, we are pleased that we have been able to support you and the family during this difficult time and to give mum the best send off she could have in these unprecedented times.
  • 5 Barrie Goward 9th Nov 2020

    In this hardest time in my life every one at Stibbards did everything they could to help with all our funeral needs but also emotional needs aswell. Lisa was absolutely outstanding in all the arrangements but everyone made such a great effort and on the day everyone was so perfect and professional. Many thanks 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Barrie for your kind words, we are sure that Lisa will be pleased knowing that she has been a support to you during this time and that everything went smoothly on the day.
  • 5 Mobolagi Smith 25th Oct 2020

    Excellent service and perfect sent of carried out for my wife xxx

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you for your kind words Mobolagi
  • 5 Trevor Hayes 24th Oct 2020

    Organising the funeral arrangements was completed with care and compassion. The gentlemen funeral bearers on the day we're so very lovely and caring throughout. I won't hesitate in recommending Stibbards Funeral in future.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Trevor for your kind words,
    were are glad that we have been able to support you during this difficult time.
  • 5 Geoffrey Lepley 13th Oct 2020

    Stibbards provided our family with a very professional and sympathetic service at a difficult time.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you for your kind words Geoffrey
  • 5 Lesley Summerfield 12th Oct 2020

    Can't fault the team at Canvey. Lisa is the lady we had most to deal with and she was fantastic nothing was to much trouble. Really helped in difficult times

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Lesley, we are sure that Lisa will be pleased knowing that she was able to support you during these difficult times.
  • 5 Ronald Carter 11th Oct 2020

    Excellent service, very compassionate 
    Thank you

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Ronald for you kind words
  • 5 Andrew Clark 4th Sep 2020

    The help and support you firm showed me was amazing and the help Lisa showed was professional at all times 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Andrew, we are sure Lisa will be pleased knowing she was able to support you through this difficult time.
  • 5 Christine Mackey 1st Sep 2020

    Fantastic service
    Very professional

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Christine
  • 5 Charlotte Heys 25th Aug 2020

    Everything went perfectly and all the staff were very helpful from the start of our ordeal until the very end.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Charlotte, we are please everything went smoothly on the day for you.
  • 5 Connie Hudson 22nd Aug 2020

    Couldn’t have asked for more 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Connie
  • 5 Sylvia Powell 17th Aug 2020

    Very pleased with the service and respect that showed to my  husband and my family .thank you so much .

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Sylvia, we always strive to give our very best in all our services.
  • 5 Bradley Cook 30th Jul 2020

    Stibbards were just brilliant as the communication was great and nothing was too much trouble. We live in Cornwall and arranging a funeral in Essex too a bit of extra effort and they were always there to help meet our needs. Lisa was a delight to deal with at such a stressful time. Thank you to you all for your support. 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Grace for your kind words, we always strive to give our very best in all our services no matter the logistics and, we are sure Lisa would be very pleased knowing that everything went smoothly for you on the day.
  • 5 Pauline Smith 15th Jul 2020

    We were very happy with the service we were given , Approachable When needed 
    And still being very helpful 
    Would recommend to friends and family 
    Pauline 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Pauline for your kind words.
  • 5 Terry Pollard 21st Jun 2020

    I was very pleased with the service that they gave me and I found Lisa especially helpful

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Terry, we are glad to support you in this difficult time.
  • 5 Richard Hart 14th Jun 2020

    An amazingly efficient, courteous and compassionate company. 

    Everything was done with politeness and care to ensure that you did not endure any more stress while arranging the funeral of your loved one. 

    Thank you 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Richard, we are glad to support you in this difficult time.
  • 5 Ellen Atkins 5th Jun 2020

    We cannot thank you enough for your service. You were wonderful, everything you done for us made it so much easier at this difficult time. Lisa was so lovely and helpful, such a lovely lady. I would recommend you to anybody, you give 5 star treatment .

    My family would like to thank you so much for the lovely service in memory of my dear mum. X

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Ellen for your kind words, we are sure Lisa would be very pleased knowing that everything went smoothly for you on the day.
  • 5 Wayne Hunt 16th May 2020

    Took care of mum with great care and respect from start to finish, made us feel at ease.

  • 5 Craig Evans 13th May 2020

    We would like to thank Lisa,Stuart and all at Stibbards for making what was a very difficult day run very smooth..
    They was fantastic from start to finish 
    And we cannot thank them enough especially Lisa 

Address
22 Canvey Rd
Canvey Island
Essex
SS8 0LW

Open map

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

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.

    What they do

    • Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
    • Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
    • Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
  • SAIF Member

    Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.

    What they do

    • Inspects businesses before granting membership
    • Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
    • Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong

Latest Verified Reviews

Fiona Price 5th Feb 2021

So professional and friendly, I would highly recommend Stibbards. Lisa at the Canvey branch made a difficult time that much easier.

Lee Brown 1st Feb 2021

Thank you for all your friendly help and assistance in arranging dad's funeral.

Maggie Smith 30th Jan 2021

Excellent. Everyone at stibbards were very kind. Lisa was great she helped with all our needs, she managed to sort out things we wanted even at the last minute. My Albie was looked after with great respect and had a lovely send off. Thankyou so much for all you done x

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