S. Stibbards & Sons, Canvey Island

230 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Susan Wilson 7th Mar 2022

I cannot praise Stibbards & Sons enough for a beautiful funeral and thank them for their care and consideration throughout. An excellent Funeral Directors with an eye for perfection at every stage, from initial instructions to the actual funeral. I would like to say a special thank you to Kate, who guided us throughout with friendly professionalism, and Stuart who looked after us on the day.

Mandy Hide 26th Feb 2022

The team were very professional and helpful from the office staff to the men in the Hurst. It was a lovely respectful send off for my aunt, thank you very much.

J B 26th Feb 2022

Thank you so much for conducting another impeccable service for our family, I just wish it wasn’t as soon as it was since the last time we see you guys, thanks again, The Savin family

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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.

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Susan Wilson 7th Mar 2022

    I cannot praise Stibbards & Sons enough for a beautiful funeral and thank them for their care and consideration throughout. An excellent Funeral Directors with an eye for perfection at every stage, from initial instructions to the actual funeral. I would like to say a special thank you to Kate, who guided us throughout with friendly professionalism, and Stuart who looked after us on the day.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Susan, thank you for your special mention to Kate and Stuart, I am so pleased that they cared for you so well and everything was as you would have wished.
  • 5 Mandy Hide 26th Feb 2022

    The team were very professional and helpful from the office staff to the men in the Hurst. It was a lovely respectful send off for my aunt, thank you very much.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Mandy, thank you for your kind words regarding all those involved with your aunt's arrangements, we are pleased that your Aunt received the respectful service that you wished for.
  • 5 J B 26th Feb 2022

    Thank you so much for conducting another impeccable service for our family, I just wish it wasn’t as soon as it was since the last time we see you guys, thanks again, The Savin family

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Jodie, we are sorry that we have had to come into your lives again but thank you for once again putting your trust in us to be able to care and support you and the family at this difficult time.
  • 5 Barry Duce 25th Feb 2022

    Fantastic caring company. 

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Barry, thank you for your kind words which will mean much to Kate and the team.
  • 5 Simon Uings 7th Feb 2022

    Stibbards were first class, from the initial meeting with Lisa who was empathetic and understanding , through the process of confirming details to the day itself when the team were considerate, solemn and extremely professional. Based on our experience I would not hesitate to recommend their services.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Simon, I am so pleased that we were able to care for you and the family during this difficult time and you felt supported by us throughout the arrangements.
  • 5 Deborah Kelly 4th Feb 2022

    Kate couldn’t have been more helpful, and everything went without a hitch. Highly recommended. 

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Deborah, thank you for your kind recommendation, which means so much to Kate and all of us here at Stibbards.
  • 5 Paula Beaumont 31st Jan 2022

    A very caring and respectful family business

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Paula, thank you for taking the time to acknowledge our family company and the service your received.
  • 5 Roger Palmer 30th Jan 2022

    A wonderfully professional service. Excellent staff throughout the process and attention to every single detail. We are most grateful for all that Stibbards and the team did for us at this difficult time. 

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Roger, thank you for your kind endorsement of the excellent service that you received, your gratitude means so much to all of us here at Stibbards.
  • 5 Colin Mann 21st Jan 2022

    The service provided by Stibbards was wonderful from start to finish. Everything ran very smoothly.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Colin, thank you for your kind words at what must be a very difficult time, they are much appreciated.
  • 5 Dean Baker 20th Jan 2022

    Very helpful at a extremely difficult time 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are so pleased to have been able to care for you all at such a difficult time
  • 5 Michelle Larkin 5th Dec 2021

    Very happy with the service you supplied x

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Claire Sibbons 26th Nov 2021

    You did my Dad so proud. The service was second to none. Such lovely people. Nothing was no trouble at all. And always here if I needed anything. Want to say a big thank you to Kate for all she did and to Stewart from June Hawkins and daughter Claire Sibbons 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you for allowing us to come into your lives at such a difficult time. I am so pleased that all went well on the day and that Kate and Stuart looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Staines Irene 13th Nov 2021

    Perfectly performed and good interaction with Kate.All staff very caring and polite. Thank you 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Irene for your kind words, I will ensure they are shared with all concerned
  • 5 Jacqueline Merrick 12th Nov 2021

    I would just like to thank all the staff at Stibbards for the wonderful service we received.

    Kind regards

    Jackie

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Jaqueline for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Tim Ball 8th Nov 2021

    Stibbards were simply wonderful in the way they handled all the arrangements for my Mother's funeral. They were highly professional, kind, respectful and nothing was too much trouble for them. Every member of the Stibbards team I met was a credit to them and I cannot recommend them highly enough.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Tim for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Jenny Vinton 31st Oct 2021

    Couldn't have been any more helpful n accommodating nothing was 2 much trouble. Very sympathetic 2. Done justice 2 Tony's resting

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Jenny for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Ann King 16th Oct 2021

    I would highly recommend using Stibbard's to family and friends for there professionalism, kindness and support at a very difficult time.

    With their support, from my first call to the arrangements of the service and the day was a special celebration for my loved one.

    Thank you so much for being there.

    Ann King.

    Lee Marston replied
    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 and your kind recommendation, it is much appreciated.
  • 5 Karen Hawkes 16th Oct 2021

    Professional service, kind and thoughtful. They did everything perfect on the day of my Dad's funeral. Nothing was too much trouble. Would recommend Stibbards to family & friends

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Karen for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Lorraine Cuthbertson 16th Oct 2021

    The fact I have used Stibbards for the third time in less than two years says it all.  They ensure everything runs smoothly and are quick to respond to questions. I wouldn’t use anyone else. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you for putting your trust in us once again and for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Gemma Mackinnon 18th Sep 2021

    Honestly can't of asked for more helpful people to have helped us with everything. Such lovely caring people.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are so pleased to have been able to care for you all at such a difficult time
  • 5 Lee Whitehair 15th Sep 2021

    Excellent service from Lisa in the office to Stuart and the team on the day.
    Dad had so many flowers an extra car was added at no charge.
    Very Professional exactly what my Dad wanted.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Lee for allowing us to come into your lives at such a difficult time. I am so pleased that all went well on the day and that Lisa and Stuart looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Thomas ( Barry ) Willis 7th Sep 2021

    Stibbards could not have done anything better. We were very well looked after and everything that we had asked was provided. We would highly recommend their services.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Karen Cowling 5th Sep 2021

    Not having ever had to be involved in organising a funeral before, I had no idea what to expect and must admit to having sleepless nights in the run up to our appointment with Lisa at Stibbards in Canvey Island. However Lisa ran us through all the details, taking time to ensure we were clear with everything. She has a very nice way with people and I'd have no hesitation in recommending her to anyone.
    On the day of the funeral, everything went just as planned and all the gentlemen looked extremely smart but also moved things along in a very nice way. My Mum would have been very pleased with her day. Thank you everyone.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Karen for allowing us to come into your lives at such a difficult time. I am so pleased that all went well on the day and that Lisa and the team looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Linda Cripps 24th Aug 2021

    The staff at Stibbards are very caring and helpful, they are always there for you and nothing is too much bother. They made my family feel they were their priority on the day of the funeral and running up to it.
    I would highly recommend them.
    Thank you all.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Linda for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Pam Gough 13th Aug 2021

    From the moment we walked through their door to the day of the funeral we were treated with upmost respect and professionalism. Nothing was too much trouble and they were always on the end of the phone ready to help in any way they could. We were treated as a family who were in mourning but if the need arose the atmosphere would change to keep us cheerful. Stibbards have a wonderful team in place and we can not recommend them highly enough.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Pam 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

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Susan Wilson 7th Mar 2022

I cannot praise Stibbards & Sons enough for a beautiful funeral and thank them for their care and consideration throughout. An excellent Funeral Directors with an eye for perfection at every stage, from initial instructions to the actual funeral. I would like to say a special thank you to Kate, who guided us throughout with friendly professionalism, and Stuart who looked after us on the day.

Mandy Hide 26th Feb 2022

The team were very professional and helpful from the office staff to the men in the Hurst. It was a lovely respectful send off for my aunt, thank you very much.

J B 26th Feb 2022

Thank you so much for conducting another impeccable service for our family, I just wish it wasn’t as soon as it was since the last time we see you guys, thanks again, The Savin family

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