John Weir Funeral Directors Parkwood

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John Weir Funeral Directors covers all of the Parkwood area and serves the local community with the utmost level of care.

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

31 Parkwood Green
Rainham
Kent
ME8 9PW

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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

John Weir Funeral Directors in Parkwood 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 Emma Barsby, the Parkwood 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 the first funeral director in Kent to join the international, invitation only organisation, Selected Independent Funeral Homes.

Call John Weir Funeral Directors in Parkwood 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

David   Alfred 'Dave' Reeves

David Alfred 'Dave' Reeves

Oct 1943 - Aug 2026

John   Charles Meers

John Charles Meers

Jan 1934 - Jul 2026

Sylvia Isabel    Cullen

Sylvia Isabel Cullen

May 1931 - Jul 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasise the guidance and support they receive during arrangements, with several noting that staff keep them informed at each step and are readily available to answer questions. A number of reviews describe how this careful communication and attentiveness reduces stress at an already difficult time.

The funeral day itself is mentioned frequently, with families appreciating the professionalism and respect shown by staff who conduct the service. Several describe how bearers and drivers handle proceedings smoothly and with dignity, attending to the needs of mourners throughout.

Families repeatedly return to the personal care shown by staff, noting that they are treated not as transactions but as people in grief who deserve patience and compassion. Many mention feeling genuinely supported rather than pressured, and several appreciate that staff go beyond standard practice to accommodate individual wishes and make each funeral personal to the person being remembered.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Adam Whitelock 21st Aug 2026

    I cannot thank John Weir funeral directors enough for the outstanding care and respect they showed our family during such a difficult time.
    Having Mr John Weir, a childhood friend of my father personally conduct the service and walk in front of the hearse was a true honor.
    From start to finish every member of the team was exceptionally helpful, sympathetic and attentive to our needs.

    We are deeply grateful and highly recommend their services

  • 5 Kirsty Haythorpe 21st Aug 2026

    I would highly recommend John Weir Funeral Directors. They made a very difficult time as easy as possible. Communication, care and professionalism is at the heart of what they do.

  • 5 Lee Kenknight 11th Aug 2026

    Excellent service provided at a difficult time. Staff very professional and helpful.

  • 5 Vicky Potter 3rd Aug 2026

    Emma was amazing thanks for all your help 

  • 5 Susan Shears 17th Jul 2026

    The whole process was extremely smooth and seamless. Emma helped me provide an excellent send off and service for my mum and communication between us was excellent. The order of strove book was stunning and the celebrant gave lots of personal touches to my mum’s life. The whole experience was very positive and I would definitely recommend John Weir to any one in the future 

  • 5 Sarah Doherty 6th Jul 2026

    We cannot thank Emma enough. She not only guided and supported us through the whole experience , she went above and beyond to help us !!!  
    She met the complexities of our  family (and the times this became overwhelming) with incredible grace and  actively ensured that everything remained on track 
    She ensured that my mum was given a beautiful, dignified send off and we are so so grateful to her for that. We felt heard , informed and safe in Emma's care. A huge thank you from all of us xx

  • 5 Lisa Fuller 4th Jul 2026

    A huge thank you to Emma and everyone at John Weir for being amazing from start to finish.
    We are really grateful for everything that you did for us.

  • 5 Keith Gebbett 28th Jun 2026

    If anyone finds themselves in a terrible place of losing alive one. You can't do better than contacting John Weir Funeral Directors. They are a local business. The service they offered is what you want. Not what is easy for them. They treat you and your love one with the respect and dignity. They helped you to get the funeral you would wish for you love one. I know because I lost my wife and they helped me to get through that difficult time. And the will do the same for you.

  • 5 Ian Pitt 17th Jun 2026

    Fantastic service. Sensitive, patient and caring. The guidance provided helped make a stressful time easier to cope with. Thank you Emma your input and help were invaluable.

  • 5 Annette Winkworth 3rd Jun 2026

    From the initial meeting with Emma we found all of the arrangements were made easy for us and left nothing for us to worry about. The actual funeral was handled with precision and at all times very caring. 

  • 5 Stacey Lunn 30th May 2026

    Losing a truly loved one takes your breath away and our family lost both my brother and Mum within a year of each other but the service we received from John Weir has been exceptional.

    Emma at Parkwood showed not just how amazing she is at her job but she genuinely made us feel like she cared for and understood every hope we had for their goodbye’s. Her unwavering support has been enormously appreciated by our family, she’s truly a treasure!

  • 5 Len Shed 15th May 2026

    I could not have wished for better service from Emma at the Parkwood office. Her care and guidance throughout the whole funeral process was outstanding and made the experience easy to undertake. All her recommendations were spot on and I was grateful for all her input from start to finish.

  • 5 Susan Chalmers 4th May 2026

    Emma at your Parkwood office supported us through the funeral arrangements with kindness and understanding. Kevin who managed the day itself with true professionalism and Mark, the limousine driver, who helped us feel comfortable in unfamiliar surroundings - every detail was handled with compassion.
    We are a family who laugh, even in difficult times, and that was not only accepted but warmly encouraged which meant so much to us.
    Thank you.

  • 5 Sally Deadmon 2nd May 2026

    All the staff at the John Weir funeral directors have been so caring and thoughtful with all the family at a very sad time for us. Our thanks go to them all.

  • 5 Michael O'Meara 26th Apr 2026

    Thank you all for helping me through a difficulty time.everthing went better than I could have imagined and was a great comfort

  • 5 Tracey Westley 11th Apr 2026

    John Weir were so good. Emma in Parkwood helped us through the difficult time. Showing us options and guiding us along the way. Kept in contact with updates. Calling to check on us before the funeral and then after to check everything went ok. Thank you to all involved.

  • 5 Elaine Sams 4th Apr 2026

    John Weir Funeral Directors took away any additional stress in arranging the right type of funeral for dad, managing any and all concerns and query efficiently, with sensitivity and compassion for our much loved family member. Emma at Parkwood was always available and guided us through the process, making sure we were happy at each step. Ben managed everything very well on the day, supporting our family members as bearers and ensuring our wishes were carried out from start to finish. Overall, they helped us to make sure dad's funeral was personal and reflective of the great man he was and the love we have for him, thankyou so much.

  • 5 Stephen Clark 31st Mar 2026

    Great service and lovely people. 

  • 5 Samantha Cheeseman 23rd Mar 2026

    Emma at parkwood helped us organise the best funeral for our Dad 
    She always returned my calls and always put me at ease with the best advice. I felt like I had know her for years xx Emma was the best xx

  • 5 Kay Smith 14th Mar 2026

    From start to finish  they have been so helpful 
    You think you have it all sorted out, then when you consult with them you realise you haven’t even thought about so many of the  details.
    they are very kind and patient.        

  • 5 Sandra Pitchley 23rd Feb 2026

    Such an excellent service Emma went over and beyond to ensure that arrangement went smoothly and follow call was made after the funeral, I cannot recommend their services enough

  • 5 Charmaine Linnell 11th Feb 2026

    I would like to thank everyone involved with the funeral of Sheila Gallyot. Our beautiful mum got the send off she would have been proud of. I'd like to thank Emma especially for being so understanding and supportive. She made us feel like we were family through out the whole process at such a sad time. Les and Joe were great leading the hearse and showed much empathy.

  • 5 Patrick Dolan 9th Feb 2026

    From Emme in the Parkwood Office to the Professionalism of ALL staff 12out of 10.THANK YOU ALL.XxxX.Linda is so pleased as well.XX

  • 5 Linda James 1st Feb 2026

    I highly recommend john weir they are so friendly and helpful and make all the arrangements much easier right to the final day.On the day of the funeral the staff were very helpful and made the whole thing feel special.I just want to say a big thankyou from myself and family to all the staff that were involved.

  • 5 Terence Tidman 25th Jan 2026

    Excellent service Emma from park wood was a delight to deal with very pleasant and professional service every thing went well 
    Thank you from Terry and Maria 

Address
31 Parkwood Green
Rainham
Kent
ME8 9PW

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

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

Adam Whitelock 21st Aug 2026

I cannot thank John Weir funeral directors enough for the outstanding care and respect they showed our family during such a difficult time. Having Mr John Weir, a childhood friend of my father personally conduct the service and walk in front of the hearse was a true honor. From start to finish every member of the team was exceptionally helpful, sympathetic and attentive to our needs. We are deeply grateful and highly recommend their services

Kirsty Haythorpe 21st Aug 2026

I would highly recommend John Weir Funeral Directors. They made a very difficult time as easy as possible. Communication, care and professionalism is at the heart of what they do.

Lee Kenknight 11th Aug 2026

Excellent service provided at a difficult time. Staff very professional and helpful.

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