S. Stibbards & Sons
Main home: S. Stibbards & Sons, Hadleigh
1977 reviews
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5 Jacqueline Dawson 5th Jun 2026
Janice was amazing. So thoughtful and kind. Very helpful and supportive. The gentleman who was in charge of the funeral car was kind and caring. He and Janice gave myself and my family
great strength and support.Dave Ponton replied
Dear Jacqueline,
Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a great deal to us to hear that Janice and our team were able to provide comfort and support during such a difficult time. We will be sure to pass on your lovely feedback to Janice and David who looked after you on the day —they will be deeply appreciative.
It was our privilege to support you and your family, -
5 Geraldine Drew 4th Jun 2026
On behalf of myself and my family I could not have wished for a better send off for my husband Don.Many thanks to Stibbards and also to David Coster the officiant.
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5 Lisa Pethurst 2nd Jun 2026
All the staff were outstanding and provided support from the very beginning. They were professional and caring and arranged everything even down to the staff wearing blue ties to match our tribute of wearing something blue. Davis Wilson who spoke at my fathers service was kind and wrote a service fitting for my father. He understood what we wanted to say and provided a service that celebrated my fathers life. Thank you x
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Lisa,
Thank you so much for your kind words—it really means a lot to us.
We’re so glad we could support you and your family and help make everything feel personal, right down to the blue ties.
It was an honour to look after your father’s service and be there for you all. -
5 Robert Lillis 2nd Jun 2026
Sibbards provided an excellent service, showing great empathy and professionalism throughout.
A special word of thanks to Lauren and Scott.
Many thanks from Rob and family.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Robert,
Thank you for taking the time to share such kind words. We’re truly grateful for your trust during a difficult time. Lauren and Scott will be especially touched to know their support made a difference to you and your family.
It was our privilege to care for you all, and we send our sincere thanks in return -
5 Michael Simmonds 30th May 2026
All the Staff at Stibbards have been very professional and caring in everything they have done for us, nothing we asked was ever a problem for them. Lovely people from Hadleigh staff ( and Rayleigh) through to attendants on the day of Mums funeral.
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Michael,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are truly grateful you took the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to us to know that our team in Hadleigh and Rayleigh, as well as our Conductor and staff on the day, were able to support you with care and compassion during such a difficult time. We will be sure to pass your lovely feedback on to everyone involved. -
5 Heather Hobson 1st Jun 2026
I would highly recommend Stibbards. We received excellent service from start to finish and many extra special touches.
Leo Reeve replied
Thank you so much for your kind recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience. We are truly grateful for your lovely comments.
It means a great deal to know that you felt supported throughout the arrangements and that the personal touches we provided made a difference during such a difficult time. Our team is dedicated to caring for every family with compassion, dignity, and attention to detail, and your feedback is greatly appreciated.
Thank you again for placing your trust in us and for recommending Stibbards. -
5 Sue Prior 29th May 2026
Stibbards looked after us and our loved one very well. We were guided through the process and they were always at the end of the phone for us.
Stibbards made everything easier for us. -
5 Andrew Sellers 19th May 2026
Stibbards & Sons staff were very professional all the way through the funnel process, from Start to Finish.
On the day of the funnel we was greeted by some really nice people and they made the day go amazingly, They help in every way possible.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Andrew,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this lovely review. We’re really pleased to hear that you felt supported throughout and that our team helped make the day run smoothly for you.
Being able to guide families from the very first conversation right through to the day itself is something we take great pride in, and your kind words mean a great deal to everyone involved. -
5 Shelley Mott 23rd May 2026
Very kind ,supportive and helpful.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Shelley,
Thank you so much for leaving us a 5‑star review. Your kind words mean a great deal. I’m really glad to hear you felt supported and cared for — that’s exactly what we hope to provide for every family who comes to us -
5 Claire Graydon 25th May 2026
I don’t think I could have got through my partners funeral without the support of Stibbards.
A very personal, professional service provided by Diane and Scott and we couldn’t have asked for more.
Myself and family will be forever grateful for all of your help and I will certainly not hesitate to recommended you to others.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Claire,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It truly means a great deal to me to know that our support helped you through such an emotional and difficult time.
It was an honour to be there for you and to help you give your partner the farewell they deserved. Diane and I both care deeply about the families we look after, and hearing that you felt personally supported is something we will both hold onto.
Your gratitude is genuinely appreciated, and your willingness to recommend us is one of the greatest compliments we could receive. -
5 Jay Dixon 26th May 2026
The service we received from Stibbards was exceptional from start to finish. Nothing was too much trouble, and they had great communications with us through the whole process.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Jay,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your kind words. We’re truly pleased to hear that you felt supported throughout and that our communication helped make the process a little easier. Providing a seamless, caring service is incredibly important to us, and your feedback means a great deal to the whole team. -
5 Toni Neobard 27th May 2026
We recently entrusted the funeral arrangements for my husband to the team at Stibbards and I cannot thank them enough for the exceptional care and support they provided throughout.
In particular, Diane at the Hockley office was absolutely wonderful. Nothing was ever too much trouble, no matter how many questions or requests we had at what was naturally a very difficult time. She dealt with everything with kindness, patience and professionalism, and made the whole process so much easier for us.
I would also like to mention Scott, who was overseeing things on the day itself. My husband had been a former Scout and lifelong Scout Leader, and Scott took our idea of involving the Scout leaders and adapted it in such a thoughtful and fitting way. It added a very personal and meaningful touch to the service and helped give him the send-off he deserved.
Sadly, I have had the misfortune of needing to use their services several times in recent times, and on every occasion the care, dignity and attention shown by the staff have been outstanding.
Thank you once again to everyone involved.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Toni,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It truly means a great deal to us to know that our support brought you some comfort during such a difficult time.
Being able to help honour your husband’s life was a privilege. His dedication to the Scouts shone through so clearly in the stories you shared, and it was important to me that this part of his life was reflected in a way that felt genuine and fitting. I’m glad to hear that the involvement of the Scout leaders added something meaningful to the day — it was a beautiful tribute to a man who clearly gave so much to others.
I’ll make sure Diane sees your lovely comments as well. She cares deeply about the families she supports, and your words will mean the world to her.
I’m truly sorry that you’ve had to call on us more than once in recent times, but I want you to know that we never take your trust for granted. It’s an honour to walk alongside you and your family, and we’re always here whenever you need us. -
5 Stacey Webb 22nd May 2026
Thank you for helping to make a stressful and sad time so much easier. You were very professional all the way through but had the personal touch too which was appreciated. The funeral director on the day of mums funeral was very kind and the officiant was lovely, helping to make a tough day bearable. Highly recommend.
Leo Reeve replied
Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. It was a privilege to support you and your family during such a difficult time. We are pleased to hear that our team, myself on the day, and the officiant were able to provide some comfort and help make the day a little more bearable for you.
Your appreciation means a great deal to us -
5 Samantha Higgs 26th May 2026
A professional, compassionate service from start to finish. All of your staff were extremely kind and caring. Thank you
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5 John Darby 15th May 2026
Stibbards are the best in this area know doubt about it,very good service in everything they do.
Dave Ponton replied
Dear John,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback.
We’re truly honoured by your kind words and are so pleased to hear that you felt we provided such a high standard of service. Your confidence in us means a great deal to the entire team. -
5 David Charles 17th May 2026
Kind, considerate and so efficient .
Dave Ponton replied
Dear David
Thank you for your kind words.
We’re so pleased to hear that you found our team kind, considerate, and efficient. Your feedback means a great deal to us. -
5 Sharne Child 25th May 2026
The support and compassion shown to me was outstanding. A very daunting prospect organising my mums funeral became much easier with the help from the team. Highly recommend stibbards. Thank you so much
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Sharne
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience.
It means a great deal to us to know that our team was able to provide support and compassion during such a difficult time, and to help make the arrangements for your mum a little easier.
Your recommendation is sincerely appreciated, and we’ll be sure to pass your thanks on to the team.
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5 Andrew Palmer 18th May 2026
From our very first meeting until the day of mum mother’s funeral we received a friendly, respectful and efficient service that enabled us to have exactly the service we wanted to celebrate her life .
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Andrew,
Thank you for your kind words.
We’re so pleased we could support you in creating a service that truly celebrated your mother’s life. Your feedback means a lot to us. -
5 Roger Grove 22nd May 2026
Sympathetic and totally professional. Everyone was helpful at all times.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Roger, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly grateful you took the time to share your experience. Providing compassionate, professional support is very important to us, and we’re pleased to hear that our team was able to help you throughout. -
5 Karen Toogood 19th May 2026
Great service at a difficult time
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Karen, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly grateful you took the time to share your experience.
Supporting families during such a difficult time means a great deal to us, and we’re pleased to hear that our team was able to provide the care and service you needed -
5 Wendy Baily 17th May 2026
This is third time that I have needed Stibbards services and they have been amazing each time. Would thoroughly recommend. Nothing is too much trouble.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Wendy, Thank you so much for your kind words.
It truly means a great deal to us that you have entrusted Stibbards on multiple occasions. We are honoured to have been able to support you each time, and your feedback about our team being helpful and attentive is especially appreciated. -
5 Jenny Kinnel 18th May 2026
The care, compassion, and professionalism shown by the team throughout my dad’s funeral arrangements were outstanding. During a very difficult time for our family, they made everything feel manageable and treated us with genuine kindness and respect throughout. We’re incredibly grateful for all their support and would highly recommend them. Special thanks to Alison who went above and beyond on many occasion.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Jenny,
Thank you so much for your heartfelt words. It was a privilege to support you and your family as you made arrangements for your dad, and we’re truly grateful for the trust you placed in us during such a difficult time. Knowing that our care, compassion, and professionalism brought you comfort means more than we can say.
We will be sure to share your special thanks with Alison — she will be deeply touched by your kind acknowledgement of the support she provided.
Thank you again for your recommendation and for taking the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to our whole team. -
5 Rebecca Bacon 16th May 2026
There are truly not enough words to express how thankful we are. The care, love, and support shown to us has been nothing short of incredible.
We will be forever grateful.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Rebecca,
Thank you for sharing such a heartfelt message. It was an honour to support you and your family during such a difficult time. We’re truly grateful for your trust and are humbled to know our care brought you comfort. -
5 Zeynep Jennings 15th May 2026
Made everything so easy and took the stress away for us , the day was smooth and so lovely for our mums funeral.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Zeynep, Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly honoured to have been able to support you during such a difficult time. It means a great deal to know we helped make everything easier and that the day was smooth and a fitting tribute to your mum. -
5 Ian Wilson 12th May 2026
Stibbards have been wonderful to me and my family! Amazing!
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Ian, Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means a great deal to our team to hear that we were able to support you and your family during such an important time. Your feedback is very much appreciated, and we’re grateful you chose Stibbards to care for your loved one.