S. Stibbards & Sons
Main home: S. Stibbards & Sons, Hadleigh
2096 reviews
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5 Ellen Franks 10th Nov 2026
Made a very difficult time as easy and painless as possible. Always there at the end of the phone if we needed anything. In particular, a big shout out to Alison Bunkle, I'm certain the experience wouldn't have been the same for my Dad and I without her kindness and support.
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5 Jane Perrin 10th Nov 2026
I would highly recommend using Stibbards, their service was fantastic, I couldn’t fault anything. They were professional, kind, caring and went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect with no stress.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Jane,
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We are delighted to hear that you found our service professional, caring, and supportive throughout. Helping to ease the stress during such a difficult time is always our priority, and it means a great deal to know that our team could make everything run smoothly for you. Thank you for trusting Stibbards and for taking the time to leave us a 5* Review
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5 Jade Braithwaite 10th Nov 2026
Absolutely amazing, went above and beyond for us. Making something so hard that little bit easier :)
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Jade,
Thank you for your lovely review. It was our privilege to support you and your family during such a difficult time. We are so pleased that we could help make things a little easier and provide the care and support you needed. Your kind words mean a great deal to us. Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. -
5 Raymond Billings 6th Nov 2026
I was very happy with the care I received
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Raymond, Thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear that you were happy with the care you received. It was a privilege to support you, and your feedback means a great deal to us -
5 Lindsey Stanford 9th Nov 2026
The service and care we received from Alison and her team was excellent from day one. As a family we would highly recommend them
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Lindsey,
Thank you for your kind words and recommendation. We're so pleased Alison and the team were able to support you and your family throughout. It was a privilege to help, and your feedback means a great deal to us. -
5 Kay Davis 6th Nov 2026
The team were very compassionate and understanding throughout from the office to the media guys. On the day Scott and his team were excellent very considerate of our wants and needs and patient with us all .. Scott was particularly good with my neurodivergent granddaughter ensuring she felt included but not overwhelmed
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Kay,
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and for your kind words about our team.
It was an honour to support you and your family, and I'm pleased to hear that you felt cared for by everyone involved, from our office staff through to the team on the day itself. Knowing that we were able to provide the compassion, patience and understanding you needed during such a difficult time means a great deal to us.
I am especially touched by your comments regarding your granddaughter. We always aim to ensure that every family member feels comfortable and included, and I'm glad we i was able to support her in a way that helped her feel part of the day without becoming overwhelmed.
On behalf of myself and the entire team, thank you for placing your trust in us. Your feedback is truly appreciated. -
5 Peter Harley 4th Nov 2026
Sensitive and supportive service from Debbie and the Stibbards team which was much appreciated
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Peter
Thank you for your kind words. We are pleased that Debbie and the Stibbards team were able to provide the sensitive and supportive service you needed during such a difficult time. Your appreciation means a great deal to us, and we will be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to Debbie and the team. -
5 Kathy Ryan 30th Oct 2026
I cannot fault the care we received throughout the whole process.
Everyone was professionally informative whilst being sympathetic, thoughtful and caring.
On the day due to the help we received everything ran smoothly and as we had wished. Such a sad day was beautiful, personal and memorable.
Thank you all for your outstanding care.Dave Ponton replied
Dear Kathy,
Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad we could support you during such a difficult time and help create the farewell you wished for. Your appreciation means a great deal to us, and we’re honoured to have been part of such a personal and memorable day -
5 Lesley Upton 31st Oct 2026
I'd really like to thank Janice for her support. The funeral was for my aunt but to make matters slightly difficult, we did not live locally. I wouldn't recommend arranging a funeral from a distance but Stibbards were easy to deal with & Janice helped me with decisions that needed to be made.
David & the team who brought my aunt on her final journey were kind & compassionate.
Thank you to all who were involved in looking after my aunt. My mum & I really appreciate it.Dave Ponton replied
Dear Lesley,
Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are pleased that Janice was able to provide support and guidance throughout the arrangements, particularly given the challenges of organising everything from a distance. We will be sure to share your kind comments with David and the wider team. It was a privilege to care for your aunt and to support you and your mum during this difficult time. Thank you for placing your trust in us. -
5 Colin Johnston 1st Nov 2026
From first contact Stibbards were always caring, respectful and professional.
As a family we couldn't fault the service.
Diane at the hockley office and Scott at the service itself deserve a special mention.
It made a very sad day a little easier.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Colin,
Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to leave this review.
It was a privilege to support you and your family, and I am grateful for your special mention. Knowing that Diane and I were able to help make such a difficult day a little easier means a great deal to us both.
On behalf of everyone at Stibbards, thank you for placing your trust in us. We are pleased that the care, respect and professionalism shown throughout the arrangements provided comfort and reassurance when it was needed most. -
4 Tascia Davis 27th Oct 2026
From the moment the first call was made after my mother died in the my most darkest of moments Stibbards where there. With their professional, reasuring, knowledgeable words,they made sure that my Father's every wish was met. They where there for every little thing, patient, and made sure to send my mother of in a way that would have made her heart smile, down to the yellow ties worn by the pallbearers her favourite colour. I cannot thank you enough.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Tascia,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback. We understand how overwhelming those first days can be following the loss of a loved one, and we are grateful that our team could provide the support and reassurance your family needed.
It was an honour to help create a farewell that reflected your mum so personally and ensured your father's wishes were fulfilled. Your comments about the care, patience and attention to detail shown throughout the arrangements are greatly appreciated and will mean a lot to everyone involved. -
5 Jodie Hebden 26th Oct 2026
Stibbards did my dad's funeral on the 15/10/2026. They are absolutely exceptional 👏 . They go above and beyond with everything. Debbie in the office is amazing and sorts everything down to the very last detail..the men aswell were so professional and lovely esp david. I cannot rate this company highly enough.
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Jodie,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was an honour to care for your dad and support your family during such a difficult time. I'll be sure to pass your lovely comments on to Debbie, David, and the rest of the team. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. -
5 Wooi Tan 24th Oct 2026
A heartfelt thank you to the funeral directors and the whole team for their kindness, compassion and support during the most difficult time of our lives. They treated my
Love one with dignity and respect and helped us give her the beautiful farewell she deserved. My children and I will always be grateful for everything they have done. Highly recommended.Dave Ponton replied
Dear Wooi,
Thank you for your kind and heartfelt words. We are truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
It was a privilege to support you and your family during such a difficult time, and we are honoured to have been entrusted with the care of your loved one. Knowing that we were able to help provide a dignified and meaningful farewell brings great comfort to our entire team.
Your appreciation means so much to us, and we will be sure to share your comments with everyone involved. On behalf of all of us, thank you for your recommendation, and please accept our warmest wishes to you and your family. -
5 Leigh Pearson 27th Oct 2026
Thank you so much the only problems I had was uploading photos online which I could not do but I asked and you helped me
Thank you for your kindness throughout xx -
5 Michelle Whitehouse 16th Oct 2026
Was a beautiful service, couldn’t of ask for a better send off for our mum.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Michelle,
Thank you for your beautiful feedback. We’re so glad we could provide a service that gave your mum the send-off she deserved. It was an honour to support you and your family at this difficult time. -
3 Judy Webb 18th Oct 2026
Everything was good except that when the family came to view mum we had a traumatic visit as her legs and arms were not covered and we could see the embalmers coverings. This is something we can never unsee now. Nicola had been in with mum to place a cushion in the coffin so she should have realised that it was not right. After speaking to Nicola she apologised and assured us that mum would be covered for our next visit. This was done. It was thoughtless of Stibbards to do this to a grieving family. We were also assured that staff training would now include making sure that our loved ones are respectfully covered. Judy Webb
Martin Stibbards replied
Dear Judy,
I was very sorry to read about the distress caused to you and your family when you came to see your mum, especially at such a difficult and emotional time.
There is no wish to make excuses and thank you for taking the time to speak to me personally to better understand your experience.
I am glad that Nicola apologised and made sure that everything was as it should be when you returned and I hope your second visit provided the comfort you needed. We have also taken what happened seriously and reinforced our procedures with the team so that the necessary checks are made before a family comes to visit and any potential issues resolved.
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Please accept our sincere apologies to you and your family for any distress at a time, this would never had been our intention and we will take measures to ensure it cannot happen in the future. -
5 Elizabeth Sibley 20th Oct 2026
They couldn't have done more if they tried, they supported ,advised accommodated our requested ,were very professional though out the process, looked after us from start to finish and I know it sounds strange to say it was a very
enjoyable service ,He would have loved it, Chapel and surroundings at Pitsea Crematorium where more than expected, the Celebrant told his story well and made us all feel at ease and shared the stories of his life . WELL DONE to you all
and Thank you so much for making a very difficult time memorable.Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Elizabeth Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. It was a privilege to support you and your family during such a difficult time.
We are deeply touched by your comments and are delighted that we were able to provide the care, guidance, and support you needed throughout the arrangements. Knowing that the service reflected his life so well,
We are especially pleased that the service at Pitsea Crematorium and the Celebrant's tribute exceeded your expectations and helped create a fitting and memorable farewell.
On behalf of everyone involved, thank you for placing your trust in us. We are truly grateful for your feedback and wish you and your family comfort and strength in the days ahead. -
5 Donna Ettalini 17th Oct 2026
Very respectful and helpful. The ceremony went to plan as we requested.it was my first time having to arrange everything and Stibbards guided us through.
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5 Rosemary Weeks 13th Oct 2026
All Stibbards staff were very professional, with thr right care and attention. It made the experience a little less traumatic. Thank you everyone
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Rosemary,
Thank you for your kind words. We are very grateful that you took the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to our team to know that our care, attention, and professionalism helped make a difficult time a little easier for you and your family.
On behalf of everyone at Stibbards, thank you for placing your trust in us. We wish you and your loved ones all the very best. -
5 Julie Neale 13th Oct 2026
We cannot thank you enough for the beautiful service you arranged for our lovely mum. From start to finish, everything was handled with such care, compassion and dignity. You helped make an incredibly difficult day a truly special and meaningful tribute to a very special lady who meant the world to us. Losing Mum has been heartbreaking, but knowing that her final farewell was so beautiful and that every detail was taken care of so thoughtfully brought us great comfort. You treated Mum and our family with such kindness and respect, and we will always be grateful for that. Thank you for helping us give Mum the send-off she deserved. It was a beautiful service, full of love, and a fitting farewell to someone who will forever hold a special place in our hearts. We would wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone who needs support of a funeral director during such a difficult time. Thank you for making one of the hardest days of our lives just that little bit easier.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Julie, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. We are truly honoured that you entrusted us with caring for your beloved Mum and supporting your family during such a difficult time.
It means a great deal to know that the service brought you comfort and that we were able to help create a meaningful and dignified farewell that reflected the special person your Mum was. Our aim is always to ensure that every family feels supported, cared for, and listened to throughout the arrangements, so your feedback is especially touching. -
5 Andrew Rolph 4th Oct 2026
The service we received from Stibbards was excellent. Sympathetic and professional. The family could not have asked for better.
Thank you.Dave Ponton replied
Dear Andrew,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. Your kind words mean a great deal to us. We are glad we could provide the care and support your family needed during such a difficult time. -
5 Sarah O'Brien 5th Oct 2026
From the very start they have been nothing but respectful, kind, helpful and more importantly have so much empathy. We really can't thank you all enough for everything you have done at this heartbreaking time x
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Sarah , Thank you for taking the time to leave such a heartfelt review. We are truly grateful for your kind words. It means so much to our team to know that we were able to provide the support, care and guidance you needed during such a difficult and emotional time.
We understand how important compassion and empathy are when arranging a funeral, and we are pleased that you felt supported from the very beginning. Your appreciation will be shared with everyone involved, and we are honoured to have been able to help you and your family -
5 Tracy Catling 5th Oct 2026
Stibbards were compassionate, respectful and professional throughout the planning of my father’s funeral. The day itself went very well and the service was lovely. We were comforted by David Coster’s words.
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5 Paula Bagley 3rd Oct 2026
Stibbards were incredible during a really difficult time. The communication was excellent which was great for me and my sister as we knew what was happening all the way along the process. If we had any questions, they didn’t hesitate to help and offered suggestions along the way. The funeral itself was impeccable and this was due to Stuart and the rest of the Stibbards staff being so professional on the day. We couldn’t have asked for more so thanks.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Paula, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review.
We are deeply grateful for your kind words and are pleased that we were able to support you and your sister during such a difficult time. Keeping families informed and offering guidance throughout the arrangements is something we consider very important, so it is reassuring to know that our communication helped make the process a little easier for you.
Thank you again for placing your trust in us and for your recommendation. On behalf of everyone at Stibbards, please accept our sincere best wishes to you and your family. -
5 Mark Foan 2nd Oct 2026
1st class Service. Thank you
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Mark,
Thank you for your kind review. We’re delighted that you received a first-class service and truly appreciate your feedback.