John Weir Funeral Directors Chatham

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John Weir is an independent funeral directors offering high quality services covering all of Chatham.

Latest Verified Reviews

Keith Ross 15th Jul 2025

We found John Weir extremely professional. From the very first phone call right through to the drive home after the funeral . We honestly didn't know where to turn but John Weir m ... ade our journey flow. With the phone calls they made to inform us and all the updates we couldn't have asked for a better group of people. more

Georgina Overton 29th Jun 2025

Les supported me through the whole process with kindness and empathy. The team on the day were brilliant. I knew dad was in safe hands, thank you! 

Christine Troster 22nd May 2025

Hello Having recently used the services of John Weir Chatham branch, I can only give praise.  Les was my contact and he dealt with our sad loss with such professionalism, calm ... , empathetic and efficient. He led us through the difficult journey, checking every detail along the way so that everything was as it should be on the funeral day. He was always readily available to speak to on the phone and answered emails and text messages promptly which was much appreciated. We had a lovely celebrant conducting the service, Kathryn who all attendees were impressed by. Thank you for Kathryn. Also the funeral director and staff on the day of the funeral were so kind and exact in their duties. I, my family and my cousin Dea’s friends are so grateful that the service befitted such a lovely lady and helped us remember her with a smile.  Thank you to all Chris more

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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

25 New Road
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4QJ

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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

John Weir Funeral Directors in Chatham is built on a long tradition of high quality bereavement care in the local community.

With locations throughout the Medway towns, they have full professional and experienced staff, enabling them to provide first class facilities and a comprehensive range of services. Whether the funeral is simple or elaborate, John Weir’s expertise will ensure that the funeral arrangements are carried out with the highest of standards.

Funeral director Ben Baker, the Chatham branch manager, will be at the office to assist you Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm. Outside of these hours,the telephone line is open to receive calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

John Weir Funeral Directors is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF). On top of this, it is also the first funeral director in Kent to join the international, invitation only organisation, Selected Independent Funeral Homes.

Call John Weir Funeral Directors in Chatham now to find out more about the services that they can offer, or to begin planning the perfect funeral for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Susan   Piekos

Susan Piekos

Apr 1954 - Jul 2025

Peter Douglas   Quiller

Peter Douglas Quiller

Aug 1948 - Jun 2025

Louise   Ann Weatherill

Louise Ann Weatherill

Jun 2025 - Aug 1964

Brian Stanley   Crust

Brian Stanley Crust

Nov 1946 - Jun 2025

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Keith Ross 15th Jul 2025

    We found John Weir extremely professional.
    From the very first phone call right through to the drive home after the funeral .
    We honestly didn't know where to turn but John Weir made our journey flow. With
    the phone calls they made to
    inform us and all the updates we couldn't have asked for a better group of people.

  • 5 Georgina Overton 29th Jun 2025

    Les supported me through the whole process with kindness and empathy. The team on the day were brilliant. I knew dad was in safe hands, thank you! 

  • 5 Christine Troster 22nd May 2025

    Hello
    Having recently used the services of John Weir Chatham branch, I can only give praise. 
    Les was my contact and he dealt with our sad loss with such professionalism, calm, empathetic and efficient. He led us through the difficult journey, checking every detail along the way so that everything was as it should be on the funeral day. He was always readily available to speak to on the phone and answered emails and text messages promptly which was much appreciated.
    We had a lovely celebrant conducting the service, Kathryn who all attendees were impressed by. Thank you for Kathryn.
    Also the funeral director and staff on the day of the funeral were so kind and exact in their duties.
    I, my family and my cousin Dea’s friends are so grateful that the service befitted such a lovely lady and helped us remember her with a smile. 
    Thank you to all
    Chris

  • 5 Juliet Hickson 15th May 2025

    The whole process was made easier to cope with at these difficult times. I always felt at ease. Les was so understanding, supportive and very patient. I really appreciate the support I received and eternally grateful. Thank you so much Les and the team for looking after us, you're amazing.

  • 5 Ben Lee 8th May 2025

    Les at Chatham was fantastic from start to finish, even though we went for a more simplistic service we never felt like we were getting less from the team at John Weir. From making arrangements to the actual day everything went off without a hitch. Also did an amazing job finding the Celebrant, Sarah Lamport, for the service, after only a few hours with me and the family she was able to pull together a fantastic tribute to our mum

  • 5 Kerry Schultz 6th May 2025

    Les was fantastic, nothing was too much for him. He made a sad experience less stressful with his support, guidance and help. Our family have used John Weir for years and they are always the best at what they do.

  • 5 Inez Fairclough 6th May 2025

    John Weir funeral directors were so supportive from the moment my Dad passed all the way to the funeral. I couldn’t have asked for anymore, Les took so many phone calls and emails from me and never failed to help, he deserves a medal. I highly recommend this company at the saddest time in your life to support you and make it as stress free as possible. Thank you to everyone at John Weir but especially Les and the guys who took my Dad on his final journey. You made it all extremely special.
    Inez and family

  • 5 Noelle Blakeman 29th Apr 2025

    Thank you Les for looking after our needs and making the day flow smoothly. We appreciate all the help adding photos and music and the calls to make sure all was on track. 

  • 5 Julie Stratford 18th Apr 2025

    From the very first phone call with Les I felt comfortable & at ease, when we went to make arrangements for our mothers funeral we knew that our mum would be looked after with Les & all at John Weir, on the day of the funeral nothing was too much trouble & their care was excellent, I am very grateful to Les & his team for looking after us as a family at a very difficult time 

  • 5 Sharon Smith 12th Apr 2025

    Les was respectful with the arrangements of our father  he was always there at the end of a phone or email if needed. The day of the funeral went without a hitch. 

  • 5 Ben Johnson 6th Apr 2025

    A thoroughly professional team, would not hesitate to use them again should the need arise.

  • 5 Alan Thurgood 1st Apr 2025

    Lex did everything he could to make sure I knew what was happening at every stage. I did ask for the obituary page to be set up slightly different from standard and Lee was able to get change made on the system for us.

  • 5 Michael Wright 31st Mar 2025

    John Weir provided an absolutely outstanding service. From our initial appointment with Les through to the funeral service on the day, everything was of the highest possible standard. The level of support provided, helped to make everything a lot less stressful. I would thoroughly recommend John Weir, especially for their level of professionalism, as well as their ability to understand how difficult the bereavement can be for their customers. Thank you for supporting us through what would have been an incredibly difficult time, without your phenomenal support and guidance.

  • 5 Stuart Cripps 31st Mar 2025

    Could not picked a better Funeral Director for my cousin. They were very Professeional and Courteous throughout…

  • 5 Kate Speirs 18th Mar 2025

    Les was amazing though out the whole process 
    I feel that my Dad was so cared for along with my family though this really tough time 
    Thankyou so much to all of the team at John Weir funeral directors

  • 5 Julie Barrett 16th Mar 2025

    They were superb.  Very caring,always there for me, so very kind, thoughtful and pleasant.  They were a calming influence on me.  Les even phoned to ask how I was.

    Thank you.  I will not forget this.

    Julie barrett

  • 5 Ivor Presland 28th Feb 2025

    JW made a very emotional time go much easier, the staff was very professional throughout.

  • 4 Sandra Flatt 22nd Feb 2025

    I was very leased with everything your company has done for me. All went very smoothly & professionally 

  • 5 Dorinda Gomes 3rd Feb 2025

    Would highly recommend to friends and family.  Kept in constant contact to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Nothing was too much trouble. Special thanks to Debbie for all her help in arranging everything.

  • 5 Davina Eldridge 31st Jan 2025

    Wow, absolutely fantastic . Les was fabulous .what a lovely man so Patient and caring . Went above my expectations. Mum had a fantastic send off with many thanks to John weir funeral directors.

  • 5 Michele Steadman 31st Jan 2025

    Unfortunately our family have had a lot of dealings with John Weir over the past 3 years, but i can only thank the team at John Weir for their kindness and sensitivity in handling the loss of our loved ones. Les has been so professional, kind, supportive and helpful throughout, nothing has been too much trouble, and he has been in constant communication with me at every stage. I would also like to thank Shane for being there this time and conducting the procession and limousines, I understand that he made sure he would be there for us as he had previously.
    Thank you to Les and Shane for your great support during our very sad time.
    Michele, Rob, Chelsi, Tom and Fletcher

  • 5 Andrew Cobb 28th Jan 2025

    The team at John Weir did an excellent job of managing the funeral arrangements for my brother in law recently. Les and the team dealt with us very helpfully and sympathetically - they are both extremely efficient and polite. I would also say that their service is good value, for all the things that they do. Highly recommended.

  • 5 Ian Braithwaite 26th Jan 2025

    John weir funeral directors has been nothing but exceptional from beginning to end, They guided me throughout and explained to me what to expect.

    Thank you





  • 5 Kim Bartholomew 21st Jan 2025

    John Weir are absolutely amazing they took care of my mum and dad and nothing is to much trouble and they’re there to help every step of they way with anything you need. Couldn’t have wished for a better goodbye for my parents. Would like to say a big thank you for taking such good care of us all.

  • 5 David Thompson 20th Jan 2025

    Everything done on time to a high standard and with great professionalism and understanding. A very personal service.

Address
25 New Road
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4QJ

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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

Keith Ross 15th Jul 2025

We found John Weir extremely professional. From the very first phone call right through to the drive home after the funeral . We honestly didn't know where to turn but John Weir m ... ade our journey flow. With the phone calls they made to inform us and all the updates we couldn't have asked for a better group of people. more

Georgina Overton 29th Jun 2025

Les supported me through the whole process with kindness and empathy. The team on the day were brilliant. I knew dad was in safe hands, thank you! 

Christine Troster 22nd May 2025

Hello Having recently used the services of John Weir Chatham branch, I can only give praise.  Les was my contact and he dealt with our sad loss with such professionalism, calm ... , empathetic and efficient. He led us through the difficult journey, checking every detail along the way so that everything was as it should be on the funeral day. He was always readily available to speak to on the phone and answered emails and text messages promptly which was much appreciated. We had a lovely celebrant conducting the service, Kathryn who all attendees were impressed by. Thank you for Kathryn. Also the funeral director and staff on the day of the funeral were so kind and exact in their duties. I, my family and my cousin Dea’s friends are so grateful that the service befitted such a lovely lady and helped us remember her with a smile.  Thank you to all Chris more

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