S. Stibbards & Sons, Hadleigh

337 reviews

A caring funeral home in Essex supporting families in the Hadleigh, Thundersley and Benfleet areas

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Janice Lyons 7th Nov 2023

Stibbards of Hadleigh have arranged 2 recent funerals for me. I have dealt with both Wendy and David, who are professional, yet very friendly and sympathetic. On both occasions they arranged for Rev David Coster to take the service which was perfect. Scott sensitively directed proceedings both times too and was caring and attentive. He even took time after each service to create little posies for me from the funeral flowers, which was a lovely touch and so much appreciated.

Tim Collard-Gentle 2nd Nov 2023

Just perfect. All the things you need at this time and more. Could not have been better. Many Thanks from all the family.

Mark Emberson 21st Oct 2023

Thankyou to Stibbards for a everything to do with my dad’s funeral, the service you provided was amazing, from Wendy dealing with us in the 1st place , to David keeping in touch with me regarding any other information & Simon on the day of the funeral,  Would recommend you guys anytime , it’s shame that my wife & I have already paid for Pure Cremation on our deaths .

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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

4 Commonhall Lane
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 2RN

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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: 01702 680338

About Us

The caring team at S Stibbards & Sons understand that contacting a funeral director can seem daunting, but they are there to listen, reassure and support families at this very difficult time.

As a funeral home with family values at its heart, its focus is upon providing compassionate funeral care to families in Hadleigh and the surrounding area, at whatever time of day or night it is needed.

At a very difficult time, when it can be hard to focus on decision-making, it is the role of the caring team to listen and support families in a reassuring space where they can focus on their loved one.

S Stibbards & Sons’ Hadleigh funeral home provides a calm and tranquil atmosphere in which to make funeral arrangements. It has a private chapel of rest where families can spend precious time with their loved one, reassured that their funeral wishes are administered to. Should you prefer support in more familiar surroundings, a home visit can be arranged with a member of this caring funeral home.

Whether families prefer a full traditional funeral service, or a quiet farewell tailored to their needs, funeral director Martin Stibbards and his experienced staff aim to ensure that the arrangements fulfil every family’s wishes.

Stibbards offers a fleet of modern Jaguar hearses and limousines to ensure families and their loved one will travel in comfort, driven by their professional staff. Funerals can also be tailored with a traditional horse-drawn hearse, or vintage vehicles.

The Hadleigh funeral home is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and independent funeral homes association, SAIF and meets the high standards set by both.

It offers Golden Charter funeral plans to those who are considering the future, while as part of its support for families, it offers in-house bereavement counselling.

Call S Stibbards & Sons for compassionate funeral service in Hadleigh, Thundersley and Benfleet, at a very difficult time.

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Janice Lyons 7th Nov 2023

    Stibbards of Hadleigh have arranged 2 recent funerals for me. I have dealt with both Wendy and David, who are professional, yet very friendly and sympathetic. On both occasions they arranged for Rev David Coster to take the service which was perfect. Scott sensitively directed proceedings both times too and was caring and attentive. He even took time after each service to create little posies for me from the funeral flowers, which was a lovely touch and so much appreciated.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Janice, we are so pleased that Wendy, David, Scott and the team were able to support and care for you as a family so well. I know that we have cared for your family on a number of occasions, and we hope that the knowledge that your loved one and your family are being looked after so well brings you great comfort. Thank you for your truly kind expressions of gratitude
  • 5 Tim Collard-Gentle 2nd Nov 2023

    Just perfect. All the things you need at this time and more.
    Could not have been better.
    Many Thanks from all the family.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Tim, thank you for taking the time to express your thanks for the service that we provided to you. I am pleased that you felt looked after and supported.
  • 5 Mark Emberson 21st Oct 2023

    Thankyou to Stibbards for a everything to do with my dad’s funeral, the service you provided was amazing, from Wendy dealing with us in the 1st place , to David keeping in touch with me regarding any other information & Simon on the day of the funeral, 
    Would recommend you guys anytime , it’s shame that my wife & I have already paid for Pure Cremation on our deaths .

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Mark, Dear Christine, I am so pleased that Wendy, David, Simon and the team took such diligent care of you and the family and you felt that the service was a reflection of your wishes.
    with regards to Pure Cremation we are always happy to assist you in transferring those plans to a more local direct cremation with us, please contact us if you feel that is right for you.
  • 5 Keith Eastell 15th Oct 2023

    Couldnt have asked for any better service at this sensitive time

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Keith, thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Mike Ferrall 13th Oct 2023

    Highly professional all aspects were carried out to the highest standards staff were always on hand to cover all of requests and needs

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Mike, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are so pleased to have been able to care for you all at such a difficult time
  • 5 Beverley Drury 29th Sep 2023

    We have used Stibbards twice in the last eighteen months. On both occasions they were very kind and caring. We were kept informed at every stage and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Beverley, thank you for putting your trust in us once again and I am so pleased the team looked after you all so well, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Maureen Weedon 16th Sep 2023

    Caring and helpful with very good service

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Maureen, thank you for taking the time to express your thanks for the service that we provided to you. I am pleased that you felt looked after and supported.
  • 5 Janice Lyons 10th Sep 2023

    This was the first time I'd organised a funeral and from beginning to end Stibbards provided the guiding hand I needed. The ceremony was perfect, so I have nothing but praise for everyone involved.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Janice, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Brenda Reddy 25th Aug 2023

    As on previous occasions, Stibbards Hadleigh were highly professional, courteous and friendly. Special thanks to Victoria for helping us through the whole event and for Scott on the day.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Brenda, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Alan Lazell 25th Aug 2023

    Stuart as all ways perfect in his roll with a good team behind him.

    Lee Marston replied
    We are so pleased, that Stuart and the rest of the team were able to provide a fitting farewell for Chris and you as a family were well looked after.
  • 5 Anita Fenn 23rd Aug 2023

    This was the first occasion we had used Stibbards since moving into the area. They were professional from start to finish. Nothing was too much trouble, they looked after everything and always communicated very well. 
    Made a difficult day run smoothly 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Anita, we are so pleased to have been able to help you and the family through such a difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you, it is much appreciated
  • 5 Jane De Souza 21st Aug 2023

    Professional family service with sincere touching approach whose handled of our father's funeral we couldn't have asked more of. Thank you.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Jane, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Michael Roberts 19th Aug 2023

    You never have to worry about anything when Stibbards are in control.Their standards are excellent.Professional ,courteous,considerate in everything they do.I would not use anyone else.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Michael, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Tracey Keay 18th Aug 2023

    I cannot fault the way my dad was looked after . The Cortège was carried out with dignity and everything about it was first class . The staff were helpful when booking the funeral and made the whole process painless in an otherwise upsetting time . 

    Lee Marston replied

    Dear Tracy, thank you for taking the time to express your thanks for the service that we provided to you. I am pleased that you felt looked after and supported.
  • 5 Avis Easteal 12th Aug 2023

    Thank you to the team at Stibbards for your kindness and professionalism in arranging my Fathers funeral. Every detail was arranged impeccably and the day went to plan.  

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Avis, on behalf the whole team at Stibbards, I thank you for your kind sentiments and we are so pleased that everything went so well for you.
  • 5 Kath Herson 5th Aug 2023

    From start to finish Stibbards have been amazing, respectful and carried out every wish we have asked for and nothing was too much trouble.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Kath, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are so pleased to have been able to care for you all at such a difficult time
  • 5 Robert Waterson 4th Aug 2023

    Couldn't be better....very kind and considerate and fulfilled all of our needs, including one or two special requests. Extremely professional appearance on the day too. Good to know that they were happy to do everything under the previously arranged funeral plan.
    We would thoroughly recommend S Stibbards and Sons.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Robert, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Andrew Park 30th Jul 2023

    Very good company and always willing to answer any questions no matter how silly they may seem at the time.
    Nothing was ever to much and we was very happy with the service provided.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Andrew, thank you for taking the time to express your thanks for the service that we provided to you. I am pleased that you felt looked after and supported.
  • 5 Gillian Hazle 22nd Jul 2023

    Very kind and helpful

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Gillian, thank you for your kind words, I will ensure they are shared with all concerned
  • 5 Linda Addis 22nd Jul 2023

    From the moment Stibbards took Mum into their care every thing was handled with dignity and professionalism.
    Wendy was very helpful explaining the procedures, returning phone calls and answering our questions to ensure all the funeral plans were all in place and everything was taken care off.
    I cannot thank Scott and the team for their support on the day and especially when we had a problem with our florist.   

    Lee Marston replied
    thank you for allowing us to come into your lives at such a difficult time. We are always here to help in any way we can, I am so pleased that all went well on the day and that Scott and Wendy looked after you with such great care.
  • 5 Nigel Cook 17th Jul 2023

    Stibbards made the whole process from arranging the funeral to the actual funeral easy for us at this difficult time. They carried out everything required to enable mum to have a great send off!

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Nigel, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, it was so lovely to look after you and your family and I am so pleased that all was as you wished.
  • 5 Suzanne Hartley 17th Jul 2023

    Cannot fault the service we received. From planning to execution everything was professionally and empathetically carried out. There was always someone at the end of the phone if needed and all questions were resolved swiftly.
    The drivers and attendants of the day really helped the service feel special and gave dad a dignified and peaceful send off.
    Obviously don't want to wish the need for their services on anyone - but a time comes for all of us and I feel anyone who has lost a loved one would feel safe and comforted in their hands.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Suzanne, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with the team.
  • 5 Gillian Hazle 20th Jun 2023

    They was very helpful and kind

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Gillian, thank you for your kind words, I will ensure they are shared with all concerned
  • 5 Peter Allen 10th Jun 2023

    Exceptional wouldn’t come close to describing the funeral for my beautiful wife Niki. 
    From start to finish the care she & I both received was simply beyond compare. It’s clear that the incredible passion of Martin Stibbard has been passed down to the whole team & for this I will be forever grateful. 
    Much love x

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Peter, the whole team will be so pleased that you felt supported and cared for during the arrangements for your beloved wife. We are so pleased that she had the send-off she deserved, and this will hopefully bring you comfort in the future
  • 4 Natasha Jones-Bell 27th May 2023

    Compassionate and professional service. Would recommend.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Natasha, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.

Address
4 Commonhall Lane
Benfleet
Essex
SS7 2RN

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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

Janice Lyons 7th Nov 2023

Stibbards of Hadleigh have arranged 2 recent funerals for me. I have dealt with both Wendy and David, who are professional, yet very friendly and sympathetic. On both occasions they arranged for Rev David Coster to take the service which was perfect. Scott sensitively directed proceedings both times too and was caring and attentive. He even took time after each service to create little posies for me from the funeral flowers, which was a lovely touch and so much appreciated.

Tim Collard-Gentle 2nd Nov 2023

Just perfect. All the things you need at this time and more. Could not have been better. Many Thanks from all the family.

Mark Emberson 21st Oct 2023

Thankyou to Stibbards for a everything to do with my dad’s funeral, the service you provided was amazing, from Wendy dealing with us in the 1st place , to David keeping in touch with me regarding any other information & Simon on the day of the funeral,  Would recommend you guys anytime , it’s shame that my wife & I have already paid for Pure Cremation on our deaths .

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