S. Stibbards & Sons, Leigh-on-Sea

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A caring funeral home in Leigh-on-Sea supporting families in the Southend-On-Sea area

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

1032 London Rd
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 3ND

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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 Leigh-on-Sea 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’ Leigh-on-Sea 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 will travel in comfort, driven by their professional staff. Funerals can also be tailored with a traditional horse-drawn hearse, or vintage vehicles.

S Stibbards & Sons is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and The 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 in Southend-On-Sea.

Latest Obituaries

Grace   Anne Panton

Grace Anne Panton

Jun 1940 - Aug 2026

Barbara   Gilbert

Barbara Gilbert

Mar 1937 - Aug 2026

Jean Mary   Markham

Jean Mary Markham

Jan 1926 - Jul 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Families consistently praise the care shown to their loved ones throughout the process, describing staff as kind, compassionate, and attentive, with particular mention of how gently deceased relatives were handled and prepared. Many families highlight communication and guidance, noting that they were kept informed at every stage and felt supported through the funeral arrangements, with less burden falling on them to worry about details. Families emphasize how smoothly the funeral day itself ran, with professional and respectful conduct from all staff involved, punctuality in arrangements, and a sense that everything had been carefully planned and executed.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Barbara Dresner 9th Sep 2024

    We cannot recommend Stibbards highly enough, from the impeccable attention to detail to the pall bearers team. The funeral director Scott was perfect in his sincerity and helpfulness. 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Barbara, We are so pleased, that Scott and the rest of the team were able to provide a fitting farewell for Bob and you as a family were well looked after.
  • 5 Tammy Horwood 6th Sep 2024

    A very professional team from office to drivers that took the stress out of things at a difficult time. A beautiful service conducted by Emma Walker. We would also like to thank the drivers for helping us when the keys got locked in the house. 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Tammy, thank you for putting your trust in us once again and I am so pleased that the team looked after you all so well, I will ensure that your thoughts are shared with those who always tries to go above and beyond.
  • 5 Claire Vaufrouard 2nd Sep 2024

    Very helpful, guided us through the process and ensured mums funeral was what we wanted it to be.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Claire, we are always here to help in any way we can, we are so pleased have been able to look after and support you at this difficult time.
  • 5 Roderick McLauchlan 2nd Sep 2024

    From start to finish. Excellent care and service.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Roderick,
    Thank you for your kind words, I will ensure they are shared with all concerned
  • 5 Karen Rockingham 26th Aug 2024

    From start to finish we received excellent helpful and supportive service. Debbie made it all easy. The funeral was one of the best according to a guest at the chapel. We wanted a West Ham theme and  that’s exactly what we got. I cannot rate the experience highly enough.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Karen, I am so pleased that Debbie and the team took such diligent care of you and the family and you felt that the service was a reflection of your wishes
  • 5 Louise Maczka 16th Aug 2024

    Nothing was too much trouble. Debbie was so kind and accommodating to us during such a difficult time and it took a lot of pressure off of us. So thankful for such excellent care from Stibbards.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Louise, thank you for your kind sentiments and praise for Debbie. I am so pleased that she was able to support you during the arrangements and ease your burden
  • 5 Susan Wyatt 9th Aug 2024

    Thank you for your support, care, understanding and direction at a  time when I was overwhelmed. At such a difficult time it was reassuring dealing with a company that is so knowledgeable and professional and kind.  Thank you 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Susan, 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 Alan Parker 4th Aug 2024

    Stibbards of Leigh on sea.
    The staff right from the beginning were absolutely professionals and kind.
    The organisation was impeccable and made life so much easier right through to the actual
    funeral in itself, nothing was too much trouble.
    Many thanks for everything.

    Alan Parker

    Dave Ponton 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 Donna Chernikov 30th Jul 2024

    I highly recommend stibbards & sons Leigh-on-Sea as they were so caring in looking after my husband Clive and also being there for me at the most saddest time in my life.I liked to thank especially Debbie who just listened when I was upset and needed to talk and I also want to thank Scott and his team for making our day as sad as it was but beautiful and special with everything going to plan and in hoping I did Clive proud. So thank you all again love Donna, Lee & Ashley x.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Donna, on behalf of Debbie, Scott 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 Blane Cowie 5th Jul 2024

    Everybody at Stibbards was wonderfull, they couldn't have done anything else the hole process was handled very well.

    Many Thanks from the Cowie family.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Blane, 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 Marilyn Gayner 23rd Jun 2024

    Stibbards Funeral Directors  treated my daughter and I with exceptional kindness, understanding, support and professionalism at the saddest time of our lives.
    In particular, Martin Stibbard in his gentle Directing at the funeral, and Debbie  Eade in her patience and care whilst arrangements were being made on our behalf.  We are so grateful to them both and all concerned.  Marilyn and Jenny Gayner

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Marilyn,
    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 Martin and Debbie looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Fred Conroy 17th Jun 2024

    Lee was fantastic. He guided us through the whole process. Thank you to all the team. 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Fred, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, it was so lovely to look after you and your family and I am so pleased that all was as you wished. I wish you, Ralph and Janice all the best for the future.
  • 5 Jacqueline Roger 15th Jun 2024

    A very professional service from start to finish. I cannot fault them. Debbie in the Leigh office was lovely. Very kind and caring, nothing was too much trouble for her. Definitely recommend.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Jacqueline, thank you for your kind sentiments and praise for Debbie. I am so pleased that she was able to support you during the arrangements and ease your burden
  • 5 Rosanna Ridgeway 15th Jun 2024

    Many thanks to the team at Stibbards for organising my Mum’s funeral. From start to finish the team were professional, caring and kind. 
    I would highly recommend Stibbards to take care of your loved ones. They made an emotional, sad day much easier 

    Dave Ponton replied

    Dear Rosanna, we are so pleased, that the team were able to provide a fitting farewell for Mum and you as a family were well looked after.
  • 5 Richard Newell 20th May 2024

    Debbie, our main contact with S. Stibbards & Sons was amazing throughout this very difficult time. And we couldn't have asked for a more attentive crew on the day led by their Conductor, Lee. Thank you for helping us to give Mum the funeral she wished for.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Richard I am delighted that Debbie and I could take care of you and your family, and that you felt the service reflected your wishes.
  • 5 Dominic Fells 12th May 2024

    The Stibbards team were helpful, thoughtful and professional during a very emotional time for us as a family. They made the whole process as straightforward as possible for us; and on the day Stuart and the team were wonderful.

    Dave Ponton replied
    dear Dominic, 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 Stuart and the team looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Paul Andrews 12th May 2024

    Faultless service with compassion and respect. Thank you.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Paul, thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Susannah Hartland 7th May 2024

    Faultless

    Dave Ponton replied
    Thank you Susannah
  • 5 Arthur Pereira 23rd Apr 2024

    Everyone at Stibbards was so caring and compassionate, from the first meeting with Debbie to the procession led by Stuart.
    First class service, and highly recommended.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Ian, 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 Stuart and Debbie looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Dee McLintock 21st Apr 2024

    Stibbards provided an all encompassing service at what was a very difficult time following the death of my beloved mother, from collecting her from home, preparing her for the chapel of rest,  taking her to her final resting place, ordering the flowers, printing the order of service and sourcing the reverend, who visited us to discuss the service and carried it out in a personal and caring manner.  Debbie was amazing and helped me with anything and everything when I was feeling quite helpless. The staff were courteous and respectful throughout.  On the day of the funeral service the cars and funeral assistants and directors were immaculately presented.  I wholeheartedly recommend Stibbards and cannot thank them enough for their care, guidance and service.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Dee, I am so pleased that Debbie and the team took such diligent care of you and the family and you felt that the service was a reflection of your wishes
  • 5 Sally Hills 12th Apr 2024

    The support we received with my mum's funeral arrangements was truly excellent.

    From the time of our initial phone call right the way through the day of the funeral, all the team were so respectful, professional, caring and helpful.

    Stibbards also arranged the Order of Service for us. These were beautiful & just perfect.


    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Sally, 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 Tony Cox 12th Apr 2024

    Very professional from start to finish would highly recommend 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Tony, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Moira Brown 8th Apr 2024

    All the team at Stibbards have been wonderful.
     They have gone above and beyond to help the family, including tracking down a family grave in Devon and finding out for us that our mums ashes can be interred there. 
    Debbies gentle reminders and detail checking were so helpful and kind. 
    I would highly recommend Stibbards to everyone. 

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Moira, we are always here to help in any way we can, we are so pleased have been able to look after and support you at this difficult time.
  • 5 Julie Shute 30th Mar 2024

    All the staff at Stibbards were very helpful, kind and caring at such a sad time. The family of Lilian thank them very much.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Julie, 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 Ross Palmer 19th Mar 2024

    We'd highly recommend Stibbards. At a very difficult time, Debbie at the Leigh-on-Sea office made everything so much easier for us.

    Dave Ponton replied
    Dear Ross, I am so pleased that Debbie and the team took such diligent care of you and the family and you felt that the service was a reflection of your wishes

Address
1032 London Rd
Leigh-on-Sea
Essex
SS9 3ND

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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

Latest Verified Reviews

Barbara Dresner 9th Sep 2024

We cannot recommend Stibbards highly enough, from the impeccable attention to detail to the pall bearers team. The funeral director Scott was perfect in his sincerity and helpfulness. 

Tammy Horwood 6th Sep 2024

A very professional team from office to drivers that took the stress out of things at a difficult time. A beautiful service conducted by Emma Walker. We would also like to thank the drivers for helping us when the keys got locked in the house. 

Claire Vaufrouard 2nd Sep 2024

Very helpful, guided us through the process and ensured mums funeral was what we wanted it to be.

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