John Weir Funeral Directors Rainham

610 reviews

A family-owned funeral directors, John Weir provides premium quality funeral services for the Rainham community.

Latest Verified Reviews

Barry and Sue Nekrews 25th Mar 2022

Many thanks to Sharon and her colleagues for not only their professionalism but the personal touch that helps make a very sad, stressful time go very smoothly. Could not recommend more highly.

Valerie Sanders 19th Mar 2022

Very professional and sympathetic in dealing with my daughter and I.

Helen Osborne 13th Mar 2022

My family and I were completely happy with the excellent service from John Weir and particularly wish to thank Deana for her sensitivity and kindness to my son, daughter and myself. She went out of her way to make sure everything was exactly as we would wish. On the day of the funeral, Simon and the team  made sure everything went perfectly smoothly, most attentive to our welfare. I have found the booklet “ Now what?” very helpful and I will be referring to it several times in the future. Helen Osborne 

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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

130-132 High Street
Rainham
Kent
ME8 8AR

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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: 01634 540582

About Us

John Weir Funeral Directors in Rainham is built on a long tradition of high quality bereavement care in the local community. This office won the Golden Charter award in the category “Regional Funeral Planners of The Year 2015”.

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 Debbie Anderson, the Rainham 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 Rainham 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

Vera Louise   Clifford

Vera Louise Clifford

Nov 1932 - Jan 2024

Julia   Salmon

Julia Salmon

Nov 1950 - Feb 2024

Jennifer Ann   Hillam

Jennifer Ann Hillam

Jun 1947 - Jan 2024

Colin   Smith

Colin Smith

Dec 1954 - Feb 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Barry and Sue Nekrews 25th Mar 2022

    Many thanks to Sharon and her colleagues for not only their professionalism but the personal touch that helps make a very sad, stressful time go very smoothly.
    Could not recommend more highly.

  • 5 Valerie Sanders 19th Mar 2022

    Very professional and sympathetic in dealing with my daughter and I.

  • 5 Helen Osborne 13th Mar 2022

    My family and I were completely happy with the excellent service from John Weir and particularly wish to thank Deana for her sensitivity and kindness to my son, daughter and myself. She went out of her way to make sure everything was exactly as we would wish. On the day of the funeral, Simon and the team  made sure everything went perfectly smoothly, most attentive to our welfare.
    I have found the booklet “ Now what?” very helpful and I will be referring to it several times in the future.
    Helen Osborne 

  • 5 Paul Lawrence 10th Mar 2022

    Excellent service throughout the entire process. Their understanding and professional approach was so helpful and supportive during what can be a very sad and stressful time. Thank you all so much.

  • 5 Gill Clark 8th Mar 2022

    We would like to say a huge thank you to Anna who looked after us. She went above and beyond at a difficult time. The compassion and thoughtfulness meant so much and we are so grateful. Thanks also to Ben.

  • 5 Sally Grist 8th Mar 2022

    John Weir and all the staff took good care of us and helped to give our dad's funeral that really personal touch. Very considerate, professional and helpful.

  • 5 Duncan Gray 6th Mar 2022

    We chose John Weir as Funeral Directors for my dads passing as they handled my brothers funeral in 2007 and did a fantastic job. They did another excellent job for my dad. Everything was handled professionally and in a very relaxed easy going manner. Thank you to all the staff at John Weir, especially to Deana.

  • 5 Linda Bartlett 4th Mar 2022

    Thankyou for your genuine kindness and understanding in such sad circumstances we met one and other. You have been there, for my Grandparent aunts, uncle cousin and recently my Dad Brother and now my mum.

  • 5 Iain Warner 2nd Mar 2022

    The entire staff were approachable and guided us through the entire process with all of the support that was required. They made a difficult time as easy as possible through the dedication of the staff and provided us as a family with the necessary support throughout, leading all the way up to the funeral itself.

  • 5 Sarah Willett 26th Feb 2022

    An excellent and caring service

  • 5 Sylvia Eldridge 25th Feb 2022

    Excellent service from booking the funeral to collecting the ashes. The complete process was carried out in understanding and professional manner. Throughly recommended and second to none.

  • 5 Mark Lewis 15th Feb 2022

    The service provided by John Weir was exceptional from start to finish, all while being handled very empathetically and professionally. They took all of the stress out of the process at what is an exceptionally difficult time, which allowed me time to grieve rather than worry about details.

    I will always be grateful for the service, and my personal thanks go to Anna Daltrey of John Weir, for helping me through the process

  • 5 Victoria Eldridge 13th Feb 2022

    Anna took care of us when we was planning our baby girls funeral.  
    She was really lovely , caring & professional.
    It was all really personal & any wishes I wanted were met. 
    I had great communication all the way through. 
    I completely trusted Anna to take care of our darling Sophie.
    Planning a funeral is something none us want to be doing but John weirs really made my last journey I had with Sophie as special as it could have been. Thank you.

  • 5 Venetia Park 8th Feb 2022

    John and Deana were so helpful during this difficult time. They listened to the family and helped us choose what we wanted for our Dad. Everything went smoothly on the day and Annie, our celebrant was lovely. Thank you

  • 5 George Newstead 5th Feb 2022

    John Weir did the family proud .
    We were treated in a dignified and compassionate manner at all times and with an understanding of our needs at a very sad time in our lives.

  • 5 Tina Shaw 4th Feb 2022

    Absolutely so thankful for the staff at John Weir they went above and beyond. They couldn't have been more helpful. On the day the young man was so lovely and made it easy process . Sharon was very helpful getting the church and a minister to do mums service . We can not fault them at all Thank you .

  • 5 Steven Brian Lowery 1st Feb 2022

    We were so happy and thankful for being looked after and guided through the whole process.
    Thank you for looking after Uncle Eric on his many visits!

  • 5 Bob Dyer 23rd Jan 2022

    I couldn't have asked for any more from the staff at John Weir. The support and advice offered were excellent and on the day of the funeral everything ran smoothly and seamlessly. A very high standard of service.

  • 5 Robert Arthur Dearnaley 10th Jan 2022

    The team at Weir's are exceptional and nothing is too much trouble to make the day as painless as possible. We have used them twice now and both times they made the day as special as possible.

  • 5 Paul Roberts 4th Jan 2022

    All of the family were very impressed with thoughtful, compassionate funeral service provided by all at John Weir on behalf of our mum. All of our wishes were met and nothing was a problem or issue for them. Many thanks

  • 5 Rachel Marsh-Randall 27th Dec 2021

    We have used John Weir twice now and both experiences have been excellent. At such a sad time we felt a sense of calm when spending time with Sharon at the Rainham funeral directors. Compassion, guidance and thoughtfulness shown at all times. I could not praise the team enough on the actual day of the funeral who made my dad’s service perfect. The choice of celebrant who took the service being Nadine Coulson was again perfect, she was warm, gentle and uplifting in the way she conducted the service.
    Thank you John Weir.

  • 5 Tracy Scott 21st Dec 2021

    This is the second time we have used John Weirs for family funerals, and both times they have dealt with us sensitively, and professionally.  This occasion was a particularly difficult one, and they offered so much advice and support - Deanna has been so supportive and she deserves a special mention.

    I would recommend John Weirs to anyone.

  • 5 Ann Walker Lockett 6th Dec 2021

    From start to finish the whole experience was made easier by all the staff at John Weir. On the day the team really helped with everything I needed. I would recommend.

  • 4 Nanny nic nac Oakley 4th Dec 2021

    Fantastic service very supportive 

  • 5 Natalie Atkins 30th Nov 2021

    Please see email of compliment for attention of John weir for services received from John weir and Anna 

Address
130-132 High Street
Rainham
Kent
ME8 8AR

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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

Barry and Sue Nekrews 25th Mar 2022

Many thanks to Sharon and her colleagues for not only their professionalism but the personal touch that helps make a very sad, stressful time go very smoothly. Could not recommend more highly.

Valerie Sanders 19th Mar 2022

Very professional and sympathetic in dealing with my daughter and I.

Helen Osborne 13th Mar 2022

My family and I were completely happy with the excellent service from John Weir and particularly wish to thank Deana for her sensitivity and kindness to my son, daughter and myself. She went out of her way to make sure everything was exactly as we would wish. On the day of the funeral, Simon and the team  made sure everything went perfectly smoothly, most attentive to our welfare. I have found the booklet “ Now what?” very helpful and I will be referring to it several times in the future. Helen Osborne 

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