S. Stibbards & Sons
Main home: S. Stibbards & Sons, Hadleigh
1919 reviews
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5 John Lunn 3rd Apr 2026
Showed great empathy and professionalism. Than you.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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. -
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 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!
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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
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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. -
5 Robin Tall 23rd Mar 2026
Based on my recent experience (March 2026), I cannot rate this company more highly. From the expert and compassionate advice and guidance I had from Alison to the professional and compassionate experience my family and I received on the day of the funeral from Scott, Ross and Darren.
The only 'bump in the road' was with production of the order of service; however, as soon as we raised the issue, it was sorted quickly and professionally.
I would highly recommend this company for anybody who has the unfortunate need to do so.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Robin,
Thank you for sharing such a thoughtful review. We’re truly grateful that you took the time to reflect on your experience with us during such a difficult moment for your family.
Alison will be deeply touched to know her guidance brought clarity and comfort as you navigated the arrangements. We’re also very glad that Scott, Ross and Darren were able to support you on the day with the professionalism and compassion they take such pride in.
We appreciate you mentioning the issue with the order of service as well. While we’re sorry for the initial hiccup, it’s reassuring to know that the team resolved it quickly and to your satisfaction.
Your recommendation means a great deal to all of us. It was an honour to help you and your family create a meaningful and respectful farewell. -
5 Darren Egalton 22nd Mar 2026
Was all and more could have imagined for my wife funeral, Janice made helped and made the arrangement process which is all very personally difficult so easy and was on the phone whenever I had a question. The day went almost like apart from the hearse being blocked in so did get a bit nervous, however Scott was amazing and reassuring me from his phone call the day before from keeping updated on his journey to us then for rest of the day amazing professionalism from everyone and Scott and Darren amazing with my boys on a very difficult day. Laura was also amazing it’s very hard putting a lot thoughts and words to someone then not knowing what will sound like on the day and even I got yo read the eulogy before the day still very hard to imagine how will sound on the day but all went very well. All friends and family who attended said was one of the most beautiful send off they have attended. Thank You.
Also not to forget the media team of the order of service literally took an idea and made it beautifully.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Darren,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a heartfelt review. It means more than we can say that, during such an incredibly difficult time, you felt supported and cared for by our team.
Janice will be truly touched to know she helped make the arrangements feel manageable and that her guidance brought you some ease. We’re also very glad that, despite the brief worry with the hearse, Scott and Darren were able to reassure you and look after your boys with the compassion and professionalism they’re so proud to uphold.
Laura will be deeply moved by your words as well. Helping families express their thoughts and memories in a way that feels right on the day is something she takes great care with, and knowing the eulogy resonated means a great deal. We’re honoured that your friends and family felt it was a beautiful farewell.
And thank you for recognising our media team — they’ll be delighted to hear that the order of service reflected your ideas so meaningfully.
It was a privilege to help you create a fitting and loving send‑off for your wife. Your kindness in sharing this review is truly appreciated. -
5 Kevin Maynard 27th Mar 2026
We are really happy with the service provided to us by S Stibbards & Sons. They were really helpful and nothing was too much trouble. Everything was arranged smoothly and we were kept informed at all stages.
When it came to the service, the pallbearers were very respectful and efficient - we've received numerous comments on how good the funeral directors were.
Would wholly recommend S Stibbards & Sons if funeral services are required -
5 Deborah Panou 21st Mar 2026
Everything was perfect, thank you so much
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Deborah, Thank you so much for your kind words.
We’re delighted to hear that everything was perfect for you. -
5 Velma Thomas 23rd Mar 2026
Alison was very caring and supportive, as was David at the crematorium.
Dave Ponton replied
Dear Velma, Thank you for your kind words.
We’re pleased to hear that Alison was caring and supportive, and that David’s assistance was also appreciated. We’ll make sure they both receive your lovely feedback. -
5 Christine Shand 26th Mar 2026
Wendy and her Team were sokind and helpful with the arrangements for the funeral of our Mum, everything was well co-ordinated,.Took a lot of the stress away
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5 Anita Brown 24th Mar 2026
Excellent service, very dignified and professional.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Anita,
Thank you so much for your kind words. We are truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience. It was our honour to support you in caring for Marlis’ arrangements, and we’re pleased to know that our team were able to provide the dignified and professional service you deserved. -
5 Anne Chapman 23rd Mar 2026
My heartfelt thanks to Debbie, Rosie, Stuart and the wider Stibbards team for their thoughtfulness and professionalism. Everything regarding my mum's funeral, from the initial phone call and meeting, design of the order of service and the actual day, was done with care and compassion. I felt supported at every stage. A huge thank you also to Rev Heather, who held such a lovely, personal service that was a fitting tribute to my mum and made a difficult time much easier to bear.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Anne,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such heartfelt words. It means a great deal to Debbie, Rosie, Stuart and the entire Stibbards team to know that we were able to support you during such a difficult time. We are truly honoured to have helped care for your mum’s funeral arrangements with the compassion and attention she deserved.
We’re also delighted to hear that Rev Heather’s service brought comfort and felt like a fitting tribute to your mum. She will be touched by your kind words. -
5 Tracy Baker 23rd Mar 2026
Wonderfully supportive with excellent service and standards
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5 Elaine Glover 22nd Mar 2026
From the first phone call we made, in the middle of the night, we were treated with compassion and sensitivity. The staff were always on hand to guide us through a very difficult time. I can’t speak highly enough of the care we received.
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5 Tony Marquis 17th Mar 2026
From start to finish Alison at Stibbards in Shoeburyness was excellent, very helpful and always available if I had any questions, helped with getting Mum the send off she deserved.
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5 Kenny Brown 16th Mar 2026
So kind and thoughtful to myself and my family at this very sad time of our lives we will always be grateful to you all for the respect that was given to us all we will never forget the kindness shown by a truly exceptional company Thank You Kenny Brown.
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5 Shane Garvey 16th Mar 2026
Thank you for providing such a comprehensive funeral service for Shirley Garvey, it was much appreciated
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5 Brian Harvey 15th Mar 2026
My wife wanted to make her own funeral arrangements and Maria Stibbard came to our house. She was caring and thoughtful and guided us with dignity.
After my wife passed her body was collected.
Wendy contacted me often to offer help and to keep me updated on the order of service, musical tribute etc.
The funeral went off without a hitch and I was treated with respect at all times. All of the staff were considerate at all times leaving no matters unresolved or in doubt.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Brian,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience. It means a great deal to us. We’re honoured to have supported your wife in making her arrangements and to have been there for you throughout such a difficult time.
Maria, Wendy, and the entire team will be deeply touched by your kind words. We’re glad to know that you felt cared for, respected, and fully supported at every stage, and that the funeral service came together just as you hoped. -
5 Debra Rouessart 10th Mar 2026
Jan, David and Jay were fantastic and I was looked after from the start of what was the most awful situation, right up to the end.
Hugely grateful for their support and kindness throughout.
Debs xx
Dave Ponton replied
Thank you so much, Debs, for sharing such a kind review. It means a great deal to all of us. Jan, David and Jay were truly honoured to support you through such an incredibly difficult time, and we’re glad to know you felt looked after throughout.
Please know you remain very much in our thoughts, and we send you our warmest wishes.