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

Valerie Ruth   Bennett

Valerie Ruth Bennett

Sep 1947 - Mar 2026

Mary   Yvonne Durkan

Mary Yvonne Durkan

Oct 1959 - Mar 2026

Yvonne Kathleen Frances   Mara

Yvonne Kathleen Frances Mara

May 1936 - Mar 2026

Alan William   Phillips

Alan William Phillips

Oct 1957 - Feb 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families praise how the staff guided them through arrangements with patience and care. Several describe being kept well informed at each step, with staff available to answer questions and make adjustments without pressure. A number of reviews note that the funeral day itself ran smoothly and professionally, with drivers and pallbearers showing respect and attention to detail throughout.

Families often mention that staff helped ease the stress of a difficult time by managing details and options clearly, allowing them to focus on saying goodbye. Many describe feeling supported and understood rather than rushed, and several note that this care extended both before and after the service itself.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 steve porter 8th May 2020

    Although we live in strange times during this coronavirus period, we was so pleased how every aspect of my mum's funeral was arranged. From Julia at the Parkwood of ice to Ben and his colleagues all were totally professional and so caring to meet all our needs and safety required. All the family that were able to be there in person and those there by video link in Australia say Loving thanks to you all. God Bless you all. Steve Porter

  • 5 Patrick Enright 4th May 2020

    From Julia to Ben, everyone and everything was excellent. Thank you.

  • 5 Sue Blundell 18th Apr 2020

    I was very happy with the way Julia organised & arranged the funeral, in these difficult circumstances mourners that couldn't attend were able to join in from home via the live streaming. Everything went to plan on the day.

    I would highly recommend.

  • 5 Diane Gutteridge 4th Apr 2020

    All staff were exceptionally helpful and caring. During these unprecedented challenging times with many Covid-19 restrictions on funeral services. They kept us fully informed of the evolving situation. All at John Weir, maintained a professional and well organised service whilst being under immense pressure themselves to continue to provide this vital service under very difficult conditions and offered friendly support and this time. 

  • 5 Martin Alderman 30th Mar 2020

    Could not have done any better well done

  • 5 Alexandra Ellery 28th Mar 2020

    Everyone at John Weir, especially Julia and Amanda have been absolutely amazing through our families very sad time. Thoroughly organised and proactive under very trying and difficult circumstances with Covid-19 happening at the same time. Covid caused continuous last minute changes throughout the organising of the funeral from start to finish but Julia remained calm and unflappable and so positive it really helped to take the pressure off our situation. Thank so much John Weir.

  • 5 June Champion 17th Mar 2020

    I found everyone very helpful and friendly, especially Julia at Parkwood and the lady in the High Street branch. Everything went very smoothly and efficiently on the day. Thank you to everyone at John Weir.

  • 5 Madelene Bathgate 16th Mar 2020

    I received help and understanding of the highest order from 
    john weir, funeral director. From when I first phoned they were so willing to fit in with our requests and John himself and Julia were
    very attentive at all times and certainly made a difficult task so much
    easier nothing but praise from me and my sons.

  • 5 Linda Wayman 8th Mar 2020

    Excellent professional assistance at a very sad time (especially Julia in the Parkwood office). The service went without a hitch due to the professionalism of the staff on the day. Thank you to all.

  • 5 MTS (Webb) 27th Feb 2020

    Everything went very smoothly, the funeral people were friendly and helpful

  • 5 Jacqueline Pearson 24th Feb 2020

    I cannot recommend John Weir enough. From the moment I visited the Parkwood Rainham branch in early January enquiring about different funerals, costs etc to making the booking at the crematorium, Julia in the office was there to arrange it all, as well as helping and advising me all the way.  Her kindness and compassion at this difficult time went above and beyond and I am really grateful for all her help. 
    On the day of my Mum’s funeral,  I was met at Eltham crematorium by Kevin who had travelled the long journey from Rainham with Mum, and he explained the next step.  The Celebrant - Bridget - who took Mum’s service was wonderful and I would like to thank her so much for the beautiful service she delivered.  Thank you John Weir for making a very difficult and sad time bearable.  Jackie Pearson 

  • 5 Elizabeth Loomes 11th Feb 2020

    Julia could not have been more helpful and understanding when we were planning the funeral and on the day everything went just as we had hoped. We would also like to thank Bridget Sapiano for the role she played and her advice and support. Our family cannot thank you enough for the excellent service you all provided.

  • 5 Angela Dalby 9th Feb 2020

    Not an easy tasks I thought planing my Mothers funeral, but Julia at the Parkwood office guided us through the emotional highs and lows with professionalism and just the right amount of humour to lift any sadness. I was contacted either by email or phone to confirm every minute detail that arose with patience and understanding, so that on the day everything went smoothly. I would also like to mention the kindness and respectfulness of the very smartly dressed gentlemen who drove us to the crematorium and looked after us on the day. I can without hesitation thoroughly recommend John Weirs services

  • 5 Michael Best 21st Jan 2020

    Julia at the Parkwood office looked after us and she managed everything, no hic -ups or problems at all. Thank you.

  • 5 Robert Clark 17th Jan 2020

    Superb, professional service from John Weir. Not only very reasonably priced but also very good quality. Unreserved recommendation.

  • 5 Matthew Lewis 13th Jan 2020

    The service was excellent throughout the entire process

  • 5 Jeanette Shrubsole 23rd Dec 2019

    Excellent service from John Weir could not fault the kindness consideration
    Of the staff. Would definitely recommend to anyone they were very professional. Can't express enough thanks to them all.

  • 5 Anita Crocker 15th Dec 2019

    I would like to say your service was outstanding communication was fanfastic compassion from staff was second to none I would recommend your service highly
    Thank you so much for making a painful situation bearable
    Anita crocker

  • 5 Hubert Henry 14th Dec 2019

    I found the staff excellent from start to finish they made ever think so comfortable nothing was a problem they go out of there to help thank you for all the staff

  • 5 Peter Free 14th Dec 2019

    Truly amazing. From the first night we contacted John Weir in a panic, to collecting my nans ashes. Everyone was so helpful and caring through this difficult time. Particularly Julia who helped us with the planning, when I was being rubbish and last minute she knew I was doing million things at the time and she was so calm and understanding and I was reassured my nan was safe in their care right until the end. Contacting with them was seamless, both by phone and emails. They were quick with responses and took care of everything. The pallbearers were respectful and polite and our service taken by Bridget was beautiful. My family and I can’t thank John Weir enough, I hope nan would of been proud. 

  • 5 Lesley & Chris Green 6th Dec 2019

    I can not fault John Weir especially Julie from  Parkwood. Julie does her job with full sympathy , compassion and  she does this with a good professional  service . Sadly this is the third time I have had to arrange a funeral and I would not go anywhere else. A very good all round professional company. 

  • 5 Kevin Friday 24th Nov 2019

    I have nothing but high praise for the staff at John Weir. Very professional caring and attentive at a very sad time, and able to you at ease.
    A special mention for Julia at the Parkwood branch who really looked after us during this stressful time.
    Thank you to all

  • 5 Robert Isley 24th Nov 2019

    Your funeral service made a stressful and traumatic time smooth and stress free, Everything was seamless, and compassionate 
    Your staff seemed to anticipate everything,a special mention to Julia who kept us up to date at every step
    Thank you for everything

  • 4 Donald Beal 15th Nov 2019

    Well managed

  • 5 Mike Cheeseman 12th Nov 2019

    They were great

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

steve porter 8th May 2020

Although we live in strange times during this coronavirus period, we was so pleased how every aspect of my mum's funeral was arranged. From Julia at the Parkwood of ice to Ben and his colleagues all were totally professional and so caring to meet all our needs and safety required. All the family that were able to be there in person and those there by video link in Australia say Loving thanks to you all. God Bless you all. Steve Porter

Patrick Enright 4th May 2020

From Julia to Ben, everyone and everything was excellent. Thank you.

Sue Blundell 18th Apr 2020

I was very happy with the way Julia organised & arranged the funeral, in these difficult circumstances mourners that couldn't attend were able to join in from home via the live streaming. Everything went to plan on the day. I would highly recommend.

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