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

Janet   Barber

Janet Barber

Sep 1945 - Oct 2026

James Joseph   Byrne

James Joseph Byrne

Oct 1947 - Sep 2026

Christine   Armstrong

Christine Armstrong

Apr 1939 - Sep 2026

Josie   Foy

Josie Foy

Sep 1931 - Sep 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 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 

  • 5 Kim Nash 19th Jan 2026

    We used John Weir for our daughter's cremation and dealt mainly with Emma at the Parkwood Branch. She was so kind, helpful and compassionate. She provided all the information we needed and we felt held and supported throughout the worst journey we, as a family, have ever had to deal with. She was at the end of the phone if we needed her and she responded quickly.

    Thanks also to the team of drivers who looked after us on the day... they ensured everything ran smoothly.

  • 5 Angela Hodges 9th Jan 2026

    100% recommend John weir funeral directors, Emma who works at the parkwood branch kept me informed of what was going on and making sure everything was as we wanted it couldn’t of asked for better service 

  • 5 Lyndon Wood 19th Dec 2025

    The service we received from John Weir Funeral Directors was exceptional. From our first meeting, Emma was so sympathetic and understanding of our grief, and incredibly helpful in guiding us through every aspect of arranging Dad’s funeral. She kept me updated on progress and highlighted important matters that needed my attention. From the initial contact through to putting my dad to rest, everyone was considerate, compassionate, and professional. Thank you.

  • 5 Tess Hegarty 9th Dec 2025

    A gentle, kind and caring service.
    Thank you .

  • 5 Amy Walker 28th Nov 2025

    John Weir are wonderful. Their caring staff make something so difficult just that little bit easier. They support from start to finish and even beyond.
    My dad had the most beautiful send off ❣️
    We've always used John Weir and always will do.
    Kerry from Rainham Branch and Emma from Parkwood Branch were always there if we needed anything and were always willing to listen and help.
    Thank you to everyone at John Weir

  • 5 Jennifer Botelle 25th Nov 2025

    Kerry at John Weir has been excellent throughout the plan of Mum's funeral. The family are very grateful to her and the rest of the staff who have worked hard to ensure that Mum's funeral requests were brought to fruition. They have been excellent from start to finish. Thank you so much from Alma Hollands family.

  • 5 Stephen Maynard 17th Nov 2025

    From the moment we came to arrange the funeral to the day itself you & your colleagues could not do enough to ensure everything went well

  • 5 Sharon Fitzjohn 16th Nov 2025

    Our family would like to extend our deepest thanks to John Weir—especially Emma, Simon, and Kevin—for their outstanding support and assistance with my mum’s funeral. Emma went above and beyond to make sure every detail was perfect. She even remembered that Mum always loved her “big hair” and made sure to puff it up a little before we went to see her, which meant so much to us.
    On the day of the funeral, Simon and Kevin were incredibly sympathetic, offering gentle guidance throughout. They also shared a few kind, light-hearted moments with us on the way to the wake, which brought real comfort during a difficult day.
    From start to finish, everything was handled with such professionalism, care, and compassion. Thanks to their dedication and kindness, Mum had the perfect farewell, and we will always be grateful for that.

  • 5 Janet Petty 29th Sep 2025

    All the staff at John Weir without exception have been kind, calm and efficient at a difficult time.
    We felt understood, supported and that we could ask anything at any time.
    Family photos were well adapted for the Order of Service and we took advantage of the streaming service so family far away were included.
    I have nothing but the highest praise for the team.

  • 5 Beverley Kettle 14th Sep 2025

    Very professional from the start, attentive, supportive and caring. Limousine staff were amazing too. 100% happy in every aspect, thank you.

  • 5 Kerry Day 8th Aug 2025

    The team were considerate and professional throughout. 

  • 5 Janice Brown 1st Aug 2025

    Thanks to everyone you were so lovely to me special thanks to Holly & Ruby.

  • 5 Pamela Harvey 30th Jul 2025

    Everyone in the office was polite, professional and welcoming. The men who drove us to the funeral were very respectful, answered any questions which we had and allowed us to take our time before and after the actual funeral. I would highly recommend using John Weir Funeral Directors in the future which I plan to do. Thank you for making everything run so smoothly taking the stress and anxiety away from me and my family.

  • 5 Gloria Lynch 28th Jul 2025

    We truly could not have asked for any better with the service we received from John Weir funeral service. From start to finish nothing was too much trouble, even when we wanted to change a few bits, that was done without any problems. We have used them before with great service & would highly recommend them to anybody to help them through this sad time. 

  • 5 Mark Trent 19th Jul 2025

    Absolutely amazing start to finish. Full of care and compassion ❤️ highly recommended.

  • 5 Anne Bendelow 14th Jul 2025

    I used John Weir for my dear Mothers funeral last week as I had used them before 7 years ago and was pleased with their professionalism care and kindness . This time was even better from Holly at the Parkwood Branch who was there for me every step of the way in the organisation she arranged the Celebrant Peter Tongue who was excellent and delivered our service exactly as we wanted .  To the directors on the day who were professional and caring to our funeral party . My Mother would have loved her service . So Thank You all at John Weir for making her day so special I couldn’t asked for more. 

  • 5 Janet Bovey 9th Jul 2025

    we would like to thank hollie for all she did for us she was kind and compassionate. She helped us every step of the way to organising our dad’s funeral. Many many thanks to Hollie 

  • 5 Anne Henderson 17th Jun 2025

    Would like to say thank you to Holly, Sean and colleagues for their support and empathy through a difficult time.

  • 5 Barbara Watkins 15th Jun 2025

    Very professional and very caring , and Gemma Grant was the perfect Celebrant, thank you , from Mrs Barbara Watkins and Family 

  • 5 Trudy Weller 31st May 2025

    So smooth from start to finish. Very professional

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

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

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.

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

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