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S. Stibbards & Sons, Shoeburyness

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A family-owned funeral home in Shoeburyness supporting families in the surrounding area with compassionate and caring funeral services

Latest Verified Reviews

Nicola Smith 11th Aug 2025

Couldn’t do any better 

Sarah Haram 28th Jul 2025

You could not ask for a more professional, yet friendly company. Alison & Leo looked after us so well for my dad's funeral and helped us to ensure a fitting send off. Every det ... ail is taken care off & I will always be grateful to them.  more

Natalie Beck 14th Jul 2025

Stibbards have been absolutely amazing in the hard circumstances of dealing with my dad passing which has been a difficult and sad time but from start to end these people have been ...  amazing especially Simon and Alison who we had most contact with. So thank you.  more

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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

74 Ness Road
Shoeburyness
Essex
SS3 9DG

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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 Shoeburyness and the surrounding villages, including Foulness Island, 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’ Shoeburyness funeral home was fully refurbished in 2003, and provides a calm and tranquil atmosphere in which to make funeral arrangements. It is fully accessible to wheelchair users, and 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. 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 in Shoeburyness.

Latest Obituaries

John Morris Smyth

John Morris Smyth

Jun 1928 - Jul 2025

Kenneth 'Ken' Ludlow

Kenneth 'Ken' Ludlow

Sep 1952 - Aug 2025

Tony Smith

Tony Smith

Jun 1969 - Jun 2025

Gillian Morgan

Gillian Morgan

Dec 1939 - Jul 2025

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Nicola Smith 11th Aug 2025

    Couldn’t do any better 

  • 5 Sarah Haram 28th Jul 2025

    You could not ask for a more professional, yet friendly company. Alison & Leo looked after us so well for my dad's funeral and helped us to ensure a fitting send off. Every detail is taken care off & I will always be grateful to them.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Sarah,thank you so much for your kind words. It was truly our privilege to support you and your family during such a difficult time. We're glad we could help honour your dad’s memory with the care and respect he deserved. Your gratitude means a great deal to both Alison, Leo, and the entire team.

  • 5 Natalie Beck 14th Jul 2025

    Stibbards have been absolutely amazing in the hard circumstances of dealing with my dad passing which has been a difficult and sad time but from start to end these people have been amazing especially Simon and Alison who we had most contact with. So thank you. 

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Natalie, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, it was our privilege to be able to look after you and your family and I am so pleased that you felt supported along the way. Having the beautiful Bedford truck as a hearse was a fitting tribute to Dad who was once a trucker. I hope that all went well for you once back at The Angel.

  • 5 George Thompson 14th Jul 2025

    Kind, sympathetic epitomised the treatment we received from Alison, Stibbards rep.
    She could not have done more.

    Mr George and Christine Thompson.

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear George and Christine, Thank you so much for your kind words. We are truly touched to hear that Alison's care and compassion made a difference during such a difficult time. Your appreciation means a great deal to all of us at Stibbards, and we will be sure to pass on your lovely message to her.

  • 5 Debbie Peer 13th Jul 2025

    The whole service was so professional and beautiful. All of the staff involved were so attentive throughout every part from beginning to the end. I would highly recommend Stibbards to anybody who would like to organise a family members funeral or for a dear loved one. Thank you so much to all of the staff at Shoeburyness Stibbards you have been all been amazing. Xxx

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Debbie, Thank you so much for your kind words. We are truly honored to have been able to support you during such a difficult time. Knowing that the experience met your expectations from beginning to end and even after means a great deal to us. I hope that everything went well for you and your family once back the The Shoebury Hotel.

  • 5 Lesley Day 12th Jul 2025

    I cannot speak highly enough of Stibbards. From beginning to end they were sensitively helpful, their advice was so  useful. Their professional approach was comforting and reassuring. I’d thoroughly recommend them 

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Lesley, 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. The West chapel was standing room only, a testament to Richard who was clearly a much loved character.

  • 5 Jan Gell 7th Jul 2025

    Alison was extremely helpful, friendly, polite & empathetic. Nothing was too much trouble.

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Jan, 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. I am sure that Alison will be pleased with your kind comments.

  • 5 Jean Cowling 4th Jul 2025

    Excellent service from start to finish 

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Jean,
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a 5-star review. We are delighted to learn that the service you received surpassed all expectations. Your feedback is sincerely appreciated and serves as a testament to our team's commitment to excellence.

  • 5 Sophie Keane 15th Jun 2025

    We have always used Stibbards in our family and will continue to do so. Everything is always handled with kindness and patience. Alison couldn't be more helpful, all staff are comforting and welcoming in helping guide us through every step. Highly HIGHLY recommend. Thank you to all staff in stibbards, from myself and all the family.

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Sophie, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly grateful for your feedback. At Stibbards, we strive to provide a professional, caring service and to support families every step of the way. Knowing that our efforts made a difference means a great deal to us.

  • 5 Andrew Beale 11th Jun 2025

    Alison at Shoeburyness helped our family steer a way through the detail and administration of preparing a funeral. Alison was kind, empathetic and supportive throughout. Everyone from Stibbards who were involved with David's final journey were excellent. thank you.

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Andrew, On behalf of Myself, Alison 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. I also hope that everything went smoothly for you once back at The Royal British Legion.

  • 5 Arthur Westney 18th May 2025

    The whole process was dealt with by Alison professionalallysympathetically

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Arthur, thank you for you kind words Alison will be pleased to know she supported you well

  • 5 Suzanne Thorogood 13th May 2025

    The whole team at Stibbards were faultless from start to finish. I cannot thank them enough for making the difficult situation of losing our Dad so much easier in terms of arrangements. They took care of everything, were so respectful and were sympathetic to our needs, also accommodating any request that we asked for (sometimes with a lot of effort). I would like to specifically mention Alison at Stibbards in Shoeburyness and Scott who conducted Dad's funeral. Both were so helpful and perfectly suited to their roles. Thank you.

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience. It was truly an honor to lead the funeral and ensure everything was just right for your dad. The attendance at church reflected just how deeply he was loved, which must have been incredibly moving for you and your family.

    I will be sure to pass on your gratitude to Alison for her care and attention throughout the arrangements—it will mean a great deal to her. I hope everything went well back at the Legion, and that a well-deserved toast (or two) was raised in his memory.

  • 5 Lisa Jones 5th May 2025

    Excellent customer service and organisation from Alison and the team - from the first meeting to the day of the funeral- thank you

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Lisa, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, it was our privilege to be able to look after you and your family and I am so pleased that all was as you wished. I am sure that Alison would also be very grateful for your kind words to her, I hope that everything went well for you once back at Garons thank you again.

  • 5 Ian Rose 26th Apr 2025

    I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Stibbards to anyone . From the moment we met Alison she showed care & commitment to making the funeral a very special day. I can’t thank all the staff who dealt with the funeral enough ,they made a very hard situation easy to deal with . Thank you .

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Ian, on behalf of Alison 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. I hope that everything went smoothly for you all once back at Ocean Beach.

  • 5 John Barr 19th Apr 2025

    Everything was excellent from day one thay keept in touch to keep me informed throughout. On the day thay where brilliant thay whent through how the service would go and helpt with explaining how to cary coffin . The service itself was perfect from the talk to slid photos. Thank you all so much

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear John, 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 Terry Gilmour 7th Apr 2025

    Extremely professional and caring at what is a very difficult time for the bereaved. Nothing is too much troubled someone is always available to advise or just to hold your hand whether in person at the office, mobile phone or email.
    I cannot thank or praise them enough.

    Scott Bartlett replied
    Dear Terry, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We are so pleased that you have felt so supported through such a difficult time, and that Alison has been there to guide you every step of the way. I will be sure to pass on your praises to the team.

  • 5 Kirsty Whitaker 6th Apr 2025

    Thankyou for your support with mum

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Kirsty, we are pleased to have been able to support you during this difficult time

  • 5 Maggie Hammond 4th Apr 2025

    I can't begin to thank Stibbards for their loving caring attention with/for my mum and us. Nothing was too much trouble and Alison in the Shoebury office understood exactly what and how we wanted everything. Even after care. Thank you all SO much. Love from Maggie x

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Dear Maggie, Thank you so much for your heartfelt message. We are truly grateful for your kind words and are glad to hear that Alison and the team at Stibbards were able to provide the support and care your mum and family needed during this time.

  • 5 Brenda Pearce 2nd Apr 2025

    We highly recommend Stibbards. At a time of total sorrow for your loved one they are wonderful to deal with. Alison who works at Shoeburyness parlour was so helpful and nothing was too much trouble for her from start to finish. They take you through everything step by step at such a stressful time..Thank you so very much to everyone that was involved with arranging my Dads service xxx

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Brenda, 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 Andrew Steele 29th Mar 2025

    A very caring and professional team who provided a first class service for our mum and the family. Thank you x

  • 5 Julie Mullen 23rd Mar 2025

    From Alison in the office to Simon leading the team on our dads day to them recommending the celebrant Jon Stannard Stibbards did us proud.

    Had them for my mum too, faultless.

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Julie, on behalf of Myself and Alison, it was a pleasure to have been able to look after you and the family. Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you, it is much appreciated. I hope that all went well for you and your family once back at the yacht club.

  • 5 Simon Tuff 11th Mar 2025

    We couldn’t have asked for better support through a difficult time. Professional but with a friendly touch, sensitive to our needs, happy to give us options and always timely. Special thanks to Alison, our key contact at Stibbards, and Stuart who lead the proceedings on the big day.

    Stuart Fryer replied
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you felt supported during such a challenging time. Alison and Myself are truly dedicated to providing both professionalism and a personal touch, We hope the church service at Holy Trinity all went well .

  • 5 Wendy Bearman 16th Feb 2025

    Alison was incredibly helpful and compassionate throughout the entire process. She explained everything clearly, making it much easier to organize everything during a difficult time. The visit to the chapel of rest was calm and peaceful, providing a comforting space to say our goodbyes. Highly professional and caring service—would highly recommend.”
    Many Thanks, keep up the good work.

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Wendy, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, it was our privilege to be able to look after you and your family and I am so pleased that all was as you wished. I am sure that Alison would also be very grateful for your kind words to her, thank you again.

  • 5 Jane Rees 16th Feb 2025

    Professional caring service from start to finish highly recommend 

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Jane, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.

  • 5 Sarah Horne 14th Feb 2025

    Stibbards have been fantastic the whole way through the process with mum. Very professional caring and respectful 

    Simon Lawrence replied
    Dear Sarah, 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.
    The South chapel was standing room only, a testament to Mum who was clearly a much loved character.

Address
74 Ness Road
Shoeburyness
Essex
SS3 9DG

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

Nicola Smith 11th Aug 2025

Couldn’t do any better 

Sarah Haram 28th Jul 2025

You could not ask for a more professional, yet friendly company. Alison & Leo looked after us so well for my dad's funeral and helped us to ensure a fitting send off. Every det ... ail is taken care off & I will always be grateful to them.  more

Natalie Beck 14th Jul 2025

Stibbards have been absolutely amazing in the hard circumstances of dealing with my dad passing which has been a difficult and sad time but from start to end these people have been ...  amazing especially Simon and Alison who we had most contact with. So thank you.  more

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