S. Stibbards & Sons
Main home: S. Stibbards & Sons, Hadleigh
1934 reviews
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5 Colin Eastwick 25th Apr 2026
All staff of Stibbards made everything so easy. Alison was outstanding in every way from advise to all information needed nothing was too much bother.
On the day of the funeral the Deivers and pallbearers made the day go perfectly.
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5 Joanne Powell 24th Apr 2026
Alison was amazing, we can’t thank her enough for her help, care and guidance.
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5 Susan Wiseman 24th Apr 2026
Debbie from Stibbards was excellent. Her kindness, compassion and thoughtfulness was apparent throughout. Nothing was too much trouble. I wholeheartedly recommend her and Stibbards
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5 Annette Lewis 19th Apr 2026
Wendy, Scott and all the team were absolutely brilliant, so helpful and caring. Thank you so much.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Annette, Thank you so much for your lovely review. Wendy, Scott and the whole team will be delighted to hear your kind words. We’re so pleased you felt supported and cared for — it means a great deal to us.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. -
5 Elaine Spreadborough 20th Apr 2026
All the staff involved were friendly, professional and extremely helpful. Nothing was to much for them.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Elaine, Thank you for taking the time to leave such kind feedback.
We’re very pleased to hear that you found our staff friendly, professional, and helpful. Supporting families with care and compassion at such an important time is always our priority, and your comments mean a great deal to the whole team. -
5 Victor Sanderson 3rd Apr 2026
A very caring staff they listened to us and carried out our wishes to the letter and supported us fully in both the preparation and on the day. Thank you from all the family.
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Victor,
Thank you for your kind words. We’re glad our team was able to listen carefully, support you throughout, and carry out your wishes exactly as requested. Your thanks mean a great deal to us and the whole team. -
5 Anita Day 7th Apr 2026
The whole process in arranging the funeral was handled professionally and sensitively by Diane in the Hockley office.
She had helped us arrange our late dad’s only two years prior and her help at that time was a key factor in us returning for their services.
Communication was very good throughout the arrangements.Dave Ponton replied
Dear Anita,
Thank you for your kind review. We’re grateful you returned to us and are pleased that Diane and the Hockley team were able to support you with professionalism and care. Your feedback is very much appreciated. -
5 Peter Giles 30th Mar 2026
David was extremely helpful and understanding at a very sad time for us. From the beginning to the end they were all very professional. Thank you!
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Peter, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly grateful you took the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to know that David and myself was able to support you with care and understanding during such a difficult time. We’ll be sure to pass on your appreciation to him and the team. -
5 Jenna Klimek 4th Apr 2026
Amazing support . We can’t thank Karen Broderick enough an we wouldn’t not have been able to do this without her. Amazing lady and so supportive to our family in this shocking time.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Jenna,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We’re truly grateful for your kind words. Karen will be delighted to know how much her support meant to you during such a difficult and unexpected time. She is deeply committed to the families she works with, and it’s heartening to hear the difference she made for yours. -
5 Eleanor Larkin 5th Apr 2026
We were looked after by Wendy throughout the preparations for Dad's funeral, she was kind, compassionate and nothing was too much trouble. Scott and his team looked after us on the day of Dads funeral. Scott called me the day before to run through things and then explained everything in great detail on the day - we were put completely at ease.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Eleanor,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a privilege to support you and your family through the arrangements for your dad’s funeral. Wendy will be truly touched to know how much her care meant to you. I’m glad that our call beforehand and the guidance on the day helped put you at ease during such an emotional time. We’re all grateful for the trust you placed in us. -
5 Beryl Lightfoot 4th Apr 2026
They were extremely helpful and professional in all areas
From Diane who initiated everything to the men on the day who were wonderful
Not forgetting Rosie and her team at Rayleigh
Thankyou so muchScott Bartlett replied
Dear Beryl,
Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review. We’re truly grateful for your words. Diane, Rosie and the Rayleigh team, along with everyone involved on the day, will be touched to know their support made a difference. It was our privilege to help you through this difficult time and ensure everything was handled with care. -
4 Sheila Kerr 2nd Apr 2026
Throughout the entire process the whole Stibbards team were compassionate and really caring. All queries and concerns were dealt with efficiently and reassuringly. Particular thanks to Rebecca, Jon and Scott for their patience and understanding during a very emotional experience.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Sheila,
hank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re truly grateful for your kind words. It means a great deal to everyone at Stibbards to know that our support brought comfort during such a difficult time. Rebecca, Jon and Scott will be especially touched by your appreciation. We’re honoured to have been able to guide you through the process with care and understanding. -
5 Teresa Henderson 1st Apr 2026
Thank you to Rebecca, Rosie, Scott and all the team who gave my dad a respectful send off and on organising the funeral and making our wishes come to fruition.
You all are very professional, respectful and caring and cannot say how much your dedication and support helped us get through the day.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Teresa,
Thank you for sharing such thoughtful words. It truly means a great deal to Rebecca, Rosie, Scott, and everyone involved to know that your dad’s farewell was handled in a way that honoured him and reflected your wishes. We’re grateful for the trust you placed in us and are glad our support brought some comfort during a difficult time. -
5 Jane Stafford 28th Mar 2026
Very professional and caring. Thank you to Scott and his team for giving my mum the respectful day she deserved and also thank you to Diane for taking care of mum and organising the funeral and making sure our wishes were fulfilled
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Jane,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It means a great deal to Scott, Diane, and the entire team to know that your mum’s day felt respectful and true to your wishes. We’re honoured to have supported you and your family, and we’re grateful you took the time to share your experience. -
5 Britta Pridige 14th Apr 2026
We can not thank you enough for the beautiful and fitting funeral for Karl. It went off just as we had hoped it to.
From the moment we made contact with initial enquires, through to the planning , the visits and all the communications we were impressed by the professionalism and care and attention you gave to all the family . Thanks go especially to Rebecca who helped us to navigate arrangements , to David who conducted on the day and Jay the celebrant .
The funeral itself was a fitting tribute to our loved one and has helped us all in the grieving process especially Karl's children.
I look forward to seeing Rebecca in person to thank her from the bottom of my heart .❤️Dave Ponton replied
Dear Britta,
Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. It truly means a great deal to all of us that we were able to support you and your family at such a difficult time.
We are very touched to hear that Karl’s funeral was everything you had hoped it would be and that it provided comfort to you all, especially his children. Your appreciation of the care, professionalism, and attention shown throughout the arrangements will be shared with the whole team.
Rebecca, David, and Jay will be especially moved by your thanks, and they will be comforted to know the role they played helped honour Karl’s life so fittingly. It was a privilege to be entrusted with his arrangements.
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5 Mark Sibthorpe 14th Apr 2026
Everything they done was extremely professional and caring. Couldn’t have asked for more. There was a mix up with some flowers (nothing to do with Stibbards), which meant we didn’t get the rose bush plants we ordered. During the service, someone from Stibbards went and bought us some. Really went up and beyond want could have been expected.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly grateful you took the time to share your experience.
We’re glad we could support you during such an important moment, and it means a lot to hear that our team’s care and professionalism made a difference. While we’re sorry there was a mix-up with the flowers, we’re pleased we could help resolve things on the day. We hope your enjoy the rose bushes -
5 Sadie Kirk 13th Apr 2026
Honesty cannot thank Alison and the conductor enough Alison went above and beyond caring for us and mum when it came to organising mums funeral x x
Leo Reeve replied
Thank you for your lovely message. Alison, along with myself, were truly honoured to care for both you and your mum. Hearing that our support felt above and beyond is deeply appreciated -
5 John Lunn 3rd Apr 2026
Showed great empathy and professionalism. Than you.
Leo Reeve replied
Thank you for your kind words. It was our privilege to support you, and I’m glad to know our empathy and professionalism were felt during this difficult time. -
5 Maureen Gigg 1st Apr 2026
Tony's funeral went really smoothly and we were guided every step of the way with care and compassion. Thankyou
Leo Reeve replied
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly glad to hear that everything went smoothly for Tony’s funeral and that you felt supported throughout. It means a great deal to us. -
5 Allison Shenstone 14th Apr 2026
We cannot thank everyone at stibbards enough for the care and compassion they showed us while arranging the funeral for our Abbie.
From the beginning, Alison was so kind,compassionate and understanding. She made us feel supported every step of the way.
Every member of the team showed the same level of respect and professionalism, it meant so much to us to know she was being looked after with such care. We will always be so grateful for what you did and for the most beautiful send off done by David.
Thank you -
5 Kim Watts 11th Apr 2026
Everything was excellent in all respects.The staff at Rayleigh were very kind and helpful and efficient. The staff taking us to the funeral were lovely, didnt rush us and helped our disabled family.
There is nothing to fault. We felt it was all perfect and I definitely chose the right funeral company .Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Kim,Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We are truly grateful that you chose us at such an important and emotional time.
We’re pleased to hear that the our team were able to support you with kindness, care, and efficiency, and that the staff accompanying you on the day helped your family feel comfortable and unhurried. It means a great deal to us to know that we were able to assist your disabled family members with the respect and attention they deserve. -
5 Julie Hardy 12th Apr 2026
Thank you so much for helping us to give my Dad the best possible send off. From the very first meet with Wendy, who took us through every step of the process. We were able to have the funeral my dad would have wanted. Our conductor on the day was Martin, he treated us with such empathy and compassion and nothing was too much trouble. He explained to us what would happen, at every step. I really can’t recommend them enough. Thank you so much, you all made such a sad difficult time for our family so much easier then I thought it would be.
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5 Steven Downey 30th Mar 2026
WOW, Stibbards you team have done it again. Exceptional through and through. Our experience when you dealt with Dad's funeral in 2023 was exceptional and you have done it again with Mum's funeral this month (March 2026). On both occassions the personal touch to the quirks of each of our parents stories was incredible. Your staff are highly professional and very personable. Thank you for making a difficult time as easy and pleasant as could be hoped for.
Dave Ponton replied
Dear, Steven, Thank you so much for your incredible feedback.
We are truly honoured to have supported your family once again. Knowing that our team was able to provide the same exceptional level of care for both your dad’s funeral in 2023 and your mum’s funeral this month means so much to us.
We’re deeply touched by your kind words and the way our staff looked after each of your parents. Our team works hard to be both professional and personable, and it’s wonderful to hear that this made a difference during such difficult times.
Thank you for placing your trust in us again.
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5 Jasmine Snelling 28th Mar 2026
Very kind, dealt with everything and felt like a weight lifted off of my shoulders. Couldn’t ask for a better team to deal with the funeral
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5 Glyn Sparkes 27th Mar 2026
Very professional will accommodate you with anything you want to do
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Glyn,
Thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear you found our team professional and accommodating. It’s incredibly important to us that families feel supported and able to shape the day exactly as they wish, and your feedback means a great deal.