S. Stibbards & Sons, Shoeburyness

172 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Julie Stevens 3rd Jul 2020

Very supportive through an emotional time with a kind guided hand showing the way through, with respect and attention to detail.

Scott Shipley 26th Jun 2020

Very professional and took care of all our needs. 

Francine Collier 19th Jun 2020

Stibbards were so professional even during this COVID-19. They were supportive and accommodating with all our families needs with regards to our mum. Two people in particular spring to mind, Andrew in the office and Scott who led the day of the funeral.  Friends and family said how well the whole day went and mentioned how well Stibbards did etc. So thank you to all involved in giving my mum the best send off. As sad as the day was, it was beautiful.  So thank you once again. 

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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

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
Call: 01702 418713

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

Sheila Rosalind   Carradus

Sheila Rosalind Carradus

Jul 1933 - Jan 2024

Maureen   Fiddes

Maureen Fiddes

Jun 1948 - Jan 2024

Sheila   Edwards

Sheila Edwards

Jul 1937 - Jan 2024

Peter 'Jasper'   Long

Peter 'Jasper' Long

Feb 1960 - Nov 2023

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Julie Stevens 3rd Jul 2020

    Very supportive through an emotional time with a kind guided hand showing the way through, with respect and attention to detail.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Julie, we are glad to support you in this difficult time.
  • 5 Scott Shipley 26th Jun 2020

    Very professional and took care of all our needs. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Scott, we are glad to support you in this difficult time.
  • 5 Francine Collier 19th Jun 2020

    Stibbards were so professional even during this COVID-19. They were supportive and accommodating with all our families needs with regards to our mum. Two people in particular spring to mind, Andrew in the office and Scott who led the day of the funeral. 
    Friends and family said how well the whole day went and mentioned how well Stibbards did etc.
    So thank you to all involved in giving my mum the best send off. As sad as the day was, it was beautiful. 
    So thank you once again. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Francine, we are sure Andrew and Scott would be very pleased knowing that everything went smoothly for you on the day. Your kind words are much appreciated.
  • 5 Peter Watson 16th Jun 2020

    The staff particularly Andrew have been superb. Caring and understanding in the most positive way. Scott on the day of the funeral was also great. I cannot thank Stibbards enough enough for all they have done under very difficult circumstances.

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Peter for your kind words, we are sure Andrew and Scott would be very pleased knowing that everything went smoothly for you on the day.
  • 5 Alex Booth 6th Jun 2020

    My Dad’s passing was so stressful but Stibbards from the start have acted with sympathy, compassion, understanding and nothing was too much trouble . Special thanks to Andrew and Scott who on the day of the funeral was a breath of fresh air. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Alex for your kind words, we are sure Andrew and Scott would be very pleased knowing that everything went smoothly for you on the day.
  • 5 Karen Jackson 30th May 2020

    A massive thank you to all staff at stibbards. Everything was perfect on the day of my mums funeral. Absolute kind and lovely staff. I would definitely recommend them. Thank you so much. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Thank you Karen for your Kind words. we always strive to give the the best service we can, and always welcome recommendations.
  • 5 Jenny and Derek Greenwood 13th May 2020

    I want to thank Martin, and all of the staff members at Stibbards, for the compassionate way that they have looked after my family throughout the entire process of my dad's funeral. The contact we have had from both the Hadleigh office and the Shoeburyness one, from where dad made his final journey, was excellent. During a very difficult time, made harder by Covid restrictions, they have been nothing but kind and professional.

  • 5 Mark Porter 7th May 2020

    Dad had already done the hard work by preplanning his funeral. But Andrew has been very sympathetic and helpful guiding me through the procedure. Advising what could and could not be done during this current climate with tact and sympathy.
    Thank you

  • 5 Ian Chalmers 5th May 2020

    Thanks very much for all your help and hard work. We all were pleased with your service. We all hope you all stay safe. Thanks again Ian Chalmers family and friends 

  • 5 Angela West 22nd Apr 2020

    Stibbards were so helpful at a most difficult time for us especially as both dad's death and funeral were during the COVID-19 quarantine period.
    I would recommend them most highly and would like to thank them for their utmost professionalism.

  • 5 Clifford Quilter 21st Apr 2020

    I was contacted as agreed and felt very happy to leave my dad in there care

  • 5 Angela Ayres 16th Apr 2020

    It was handled with very good service. Very kind staff , could not do enough to help me. Everything was there to help me and my family , Advice , information , even tissues ! Wonderful service .

  • 5 Janette Eames 6th Apr 2020

    They were very caring and put me at ease throughout.

  • 5 Linda Roberts 16th Mar 2020

    I would like to thank Kate in the Shoebury office for her kindness and a special thank you to Scott for making a difficult day a little easier 

  • 5 Judith Puddick 24th Feb 2020

    Everyone has been kind and caring and helped to ensure that John's funeral ran smoothly. The organisation of the vast crowd of people who attended the church service was exceptional. 

    Pre funeral care was excellent and well managed making what was a difficult and painful experience for the family as easy as possible. The counselling service has been and continues to be a great help in coming to terms with the bereavement.

    Thank you all very much.

  • 5 Frank Pooley 22nd Feb 2020

    We cannot speak highly enough of the care,  sensitivity, kindness and professionalism of yourselves.

  • 5 Sarah Percival 21st Feb 2020

    Cannot fault Stibbards on their outstanding service. From Kate who was so understanding and helpful with all the arrangements to Scott and his team on the day who were discreet, respectful and completely professional. Communication was excellent and everything was taken care of efficiently. We really felt that we were in the hands of experts.
    The funeral was exactly as we wanted it to be, Peter Holmes the celebrant arranged by Stibbards was wonderful.
    We didn't need to think about anything and the only way I can describe it is that it felt like we were gently carried through the entire process from start to finish.
    They made a difficult time and situation as easy as it could be and we would without hesitation, highly recommend.
    Many, many thanks to all involved.

  • 5 Clive Kemp 17th Feb 2020

    All the staff at Stibbards were truly professional, nothing was too much trouble. Though the occasion.was sad the whole process was very smooth and they took all the stress away. Well done all especially Kate for your support at this delicate time. Clive & Lisa

  • 5 Bernard Rider 25th Nov 2019

    We approached several funeral directors after my sister died, and found everyone at Stibbards were very helpful, explained all the options available, which made us chose them.
    They did not disappoint us, as all the arrangements prior to the funeral were handled very well and the funeral itself went smoothly.

  • 5 Doreen & Kenny Buckham 5th Nov 2019

    I would like to thank all the staff at Stibbards for their wonderful help and support in arranging the funeral for my son JASON BUCKHAM  Myself my Husband we’re overcome with emotion at such wonderful service that was given to us  at such  a traumatic time and all of your staff have helped to make our sadness  a little  easier Once again thank you very much with warmest wishes Ken and Doreen Buckham x

  • 5 Linda Dacosta 28th Oct 2019

    Excellent service, can't fault them. Everything was just perfect. A special thank you to Kate for all her help, and Nigel for the service. Will highly recommend.

  • 5 Peter Brudenell 18th Oct 2019

    Everything was done in a very friendly way throughout the proceedings , We were pleased with all the help and advice given to us and could not have wished for more. Beryl & Pete,

  • 5 Diane Deeks 24th Sep 2019

    From our very first contact with Stibbards we felt confident that we were in safe hands. Everything was taken care of with the utmost professionalism and the entire process ran so smoothly. Since our Mothers funeral we have been contacted by other family members praising them also.
    I would not hesitate to recommend Stibbards.

  • 5 Deborah Dennis 14th Aug 2019

    In a time of complete loss, they were very kind & compassionate & guided dad & I through one of the worst times of our lives with the loss of my darling mum & wife.

  • 5 Mark Haylock 17th Jul 2019

    First class, professional and sympathetic service. Scott and his colleagues handling of both my father's and mother's funerals was exemplary and helped to make a sad occasion a fitting and dignified tribute to them both.

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

Julie Stevens 3rd Jul 2020

Very supportive through an emotional time with a kind guided hand showing the way through, with respect and attention to detail.

Scott Shipley 26th Jun 2020

Very professional and took care of all our needs. 

Francine Collier 19th Jun 2020

Stibbards were so professional even during this COVID-19. They were supportive and accommodating with all our families needs with regards to our mum. Two people in particular spring to mind, Andrew in the office and Scott who led the day of the funeral.  Friends and family said how well the whole day went and mentioned how well Stibbards did etc. So thank you to all involved in giving my mum the best send off. As sad as the day was, it was beautiful.  So thank you once again. 

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