S. Stibbards & Sons, Canvey Island

232 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Helen Wilson 3rd Sep 2023

My father passed away at home so I called Stibbards who I had used twice before for close family friends.  They came and took my Dad to the funeral home and were extremely kind when they came. We were able to meet with Lauren and make arrangements for the funeral quite quickly and the funeral just took place last week. I found them to be very respectful and on the day of the funeral they helped my Nephews,  Son and husband  to bear the coffin which was important for them all. Stuart was excellent and caring and helped us all get through a wonderful service at the church and then the crem. Thank you.

Denise Gartshore 2nd Sep 2023

My late husband and I would like to say a huge thanks for what you did on the 20th August 2023. Everything was perfect and exactly what he would have loved. I can't thank you enough you even made the sun shine. I would highly recommend you.

Michael Brown 14th Jul 2023

Highly professional and caring, we could not fault them

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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

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
Call: 01268 833441

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

Doreen Grace   Barry

Doreen Grace Barry

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Bernard Matthew Bowkis

Apr 1933 - Mar 2024

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Frank Boreham

Jan 1936 - Mar 2024

Bobbie   Clark

Bobbie Clark

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Helen Wilson 3rd Sep 2023

    My father passed away at home so I called Stibbards who I had used twice before for close family friends.  They came and took my Dad to the funeral home and were
    extremely kind when they came.

    We were able to meet with Lauren and make arrangements for the funeral quite quickly and the funeral just took place last week.

    I found them to be very respectful and on the day of the funeral they helped my Nephews,  Son and husband  to bear the coffin which was important for them all.

    Stuart was excellent and caring and helped us all get through a wonderful service at the church and then the crem.

    Thank you.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Helen, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Denise Gartshore 2nd Sep 2023

    My late husband and I would like to say a huge thanks for what you did on the 20th August 2023. Everything was perfect and exactly what he would have loved. I can't thank you enough you even made the sun shine. I would highly recommend you.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Denise, Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Michael Brown 14th Jul 2023

    Highly professional and caring, we could not fault them

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Michael, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Doreen Burt 8th Jul 2023

    Could not be more pleased with the professionalism and service we received from S.Stibbards & Sons from beginning to end they took care of everything. A special mention to Kate & Lauren for their kindness shown  to the family throughout. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Doreen, We are so pleased, that Kate and Lauren and the rest of the team were able to provide a fitting farewell for David and you as a family were well looked after.
  • 5 Roger Eric Bishop 7th Jul 2023

    From the onset of the funeral process the staff were very caring, the majority of my contact was with Lauren who was very professional with a can do attitude. The staff on the day of the funeral courteous and respectful.
    I can’t speak more highly of you.
    A BIG BIG Thank you to all staff including the back room staff that prepared my mother.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Rodger, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Amanda Streatfield 2nd Jul 2023

    Absolutely professional, courteous and extremely respectful. You made an exceptionally sad occasion slightly easier to deal with and as a family we thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Amanda, we are so pleased to have been able to help you and the family through such a difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you, it is much appreciated
  • 5 Lindsey Jones 1st Jul 2023

    Kind, compassionate and caring.
    The staff were brilliant and the service they provided was professional and dignified.
    A special thank you to Kate and Sue. XX

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Lindsey, thank you for your kind sentiments and praise for Kate and Sue. I am so pleased that they was able to support you during the arrangements and ease your burden
  • 5 Lydia Rowles 24th Jun 2023

    Honestly thank u so much . everything was perfect. Such a beautiful service and the care for my dear mum . honestly thank u so much xxxx

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Lydia, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Tracey Leonard 16th Jun 2023

    Caring and compassionate.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Tracey, thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Brian Gravely 22nd May 2023

    From the very first phone call to the funeral I was put at ease with the professional and courteous way that they dealt with any concerns or requests I had. I would highly recommend them to anyone during this sad and difficult times.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Brian, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Mike Merrin 19th May 2023

    All funeral arrangements were handled exceptionally and Kate had so much compassion. The day was beautiful and just how we wanted it to be. Thank you for everything 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Mick, on behalf of Kate and the whole team at Stibbards, I thank you for your kind sentiments and we are so pleased that everything went so well for you.
  • 5 Karen Treend 13th May 2023

    I can’t recommend Stibbards highly enough. Such a personal, kind and caring service. I felt completely supported and informed throughout what is an incredibly emotional time. I couldn’t have asked for anything more and I’m truly grateful to Kate and the team for everything. Even down to wearing coloured ties for the service because we’d asked everyone to wear colour instead of the traditional black and white. Xx

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Karen, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with Kate and the team.
  • 5 Alan Bristow 9th May 2023

    Very efficient and understanding carried out with sympathy,care and tenderness
    Thank you

    Lee Marston replied

    Dear Alan, thank you for taking the time to express your thanks for the service that we provided to you. I am pleased that you felt looked after and supported.
  • 5 Andrew Croker 8th May 2023

    You made a difficult day as nice it could be, thanks to you all .

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Andrew,
    Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure they are shared with all concerned
  • 5 Teresa Gillman 8th May 2023

    From our first meeting to arrange dads funeral I have nothing but the utmost praise for everyone at Stibbards. Their kindness and compassion is beyond words. Would highly recommend. Thank you all. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Teresa, we are here for you every step of the way, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Allison Morris 2nd May 2023

    I can’t thank Kate enough for helping us through such a difficult and sad time. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Allison, thank you for your kind sentiments and praise for Kate. I am so pleased that she was able to support you during the arrangements and ease your burden
  • 5 Jennifer White 24th Apr 2023

    Amazing sympathetic service, thank you particularly to kate

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Jennifer, thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Shane Allen 11th Mar 2023

    Very helpful and kept in contact when needed. Excellent service

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Shane, thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.

  • 5 Michelle Phillips 6th Mar 2023

    The family can not thank Kate, Stuart, the whole team at Stibbards for their kind & caring approach in arranging & carrying out my late step-dad's funeral, nothing was too much to ask. Always professional but never forgetting that it is about our cherished loved ones.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Michelle, Kate and Stuart will be so pleased that you felt supported and cared for during the arrangements for your step-dad. We are so pleased that he had the send-off he deserved, and this will hopefully bring you comfort in the future
  • 5 Jackie Denham 1st Mar 2023

    I can not praise Kate and everyone involved at Stibbards enough for an excellent smooth professional service for my husband.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Jackie, I am so pleased that Kate and the team took such diligent care of you and the family and you felt that the service for your husband John was a reflection of your wishes
  • 5 Jacqueline Hayward 28th Feb 2023

    Excellent. I can’t praise the staff at Stibbards, Canvey Island enough.  From meeting Kate who was there to guide us through and always answer any of our questions however small, to Stuart who knowing my dear husband John was a West Ham supporter providing a bubble machine on the way out of the Crematorium.
    Every little detail was perfect.
    THANKYOU 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Jacqueline, we are so pleased that Kate, Stuart and the team were able to support and care for you as a family so welI, and hope that the knowledge that your loved one and your family are being looked after so well brings you great comfort. Thank you for your truly kind expressions of gratitude
  • 5 Maria Smith 29th Jan 2023

    Everyone at Stibbards are very respectful and very thoughtful.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Maria, thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Gary Williams 27th Jan 2023

    A family run business, made the whole process very easy at that hard time,great communication leading up to the day,gave my mum a great sending off cannot fault anything thank you.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Gary, Thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Julie Hill 24th Jan 2023

    The care and support before the funeral was fantastic. The actual was great and I can't thank Claire Townsend enough - she was fabulous x

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Julie, thankyou for allowing us care for you, we are pleased that Claire's service provided you with some comfort
  • 5 Andrew Swinbank 8th Jan 2023

    Very professional polite and curtious during the funeral and before I would recommend stibbards

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Andrew for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.

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

Helen Wilson 3rd Sep 2023

My father passed away at home so I called Stibbards who I had used twice before for close family friends.  They came and took my Dad to the funeral home and were extremely kind when they came. We were able to meet with Lauren and make arrangements for the funeral quite quickly and the funeral just took place last week. I found them to be very respectful and on the day of the funeral they helped my Nephews,  Son and husband  to bear the coffin which was important for them all. Stuart was excellent and caring and helped us all get through a wonderful service at the church and then the crem. Thank you.

Denise Gartshore 2nd Sep 2023

My late husband and I would like to say a huge thanks for what you did on the 20th August 2023. Everything was perfect and exactly what he would have loved. I can't thank you enough you even made the sun shine. I would highly recommend you.

Michael Brown 14th Jul 2023

Highly professional and caring, we could not fault them

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