S. Stibbards & Sons, Hockley

202 reviews

A family-owned funeral home in Hockley village supporting families with compassionate and caring funeral services

Latest Verified Reviews

Stephen Rawlinson 14th Aug 2022

Stibbards are our family Undertakers.  The service and care is quite frankly beyond their rivals.  I asked for the wonderful Martin Stibbard to preside over my Fathers funeral. As he did for my son, mother and wife.  To put into perspective. When you wait for the arrival of your loved one. You see Martin and his fantastic staff. You breath a sigh of relief. You know that all is in hand.  I would also like to thank Martins people. Especially his daughter. She is continuing the fine tradition of the Stibbards family.

Allan Smith 5th Aug 2022

I had previously used stibbards for my mums funeral in jan 2021, where the service and professionalism was always first class in every aspect , so it made sense on my part to go my local branch in  hockley , and yes everything was first class right up from the word go at the beginning to the end on driving us to the wake at the cliffs Pavillion ,  Please thank everybody concerned from Scott , who came on the day of Barbara’s death and Louise in the office at Hockley. Thank you again Allan Smith 

Thomas Grew 3rd Aug 2022

Excellent service from the outset. We have used Stibbards twice in recent months the Hadleigh Office for my Aunt and on both occasions the service was faultless. We can only thank everyone at Stibbards for their help and understanding.

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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

7 Spa Road, Hockley,
Hockley
Essex
SS5 4AZ

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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 967001

About Us

The caring team at S Stibbards & Sons understand that contacting a funeral director can seem daunting, but with over 150 years experience, 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 Hockley and the surrounding villages, including Foulness Island, at whatever time of day or night it is needed.

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

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

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. Traditional horse-drawn hearses, vintage vehicles and other bespoke options can also be arranged.

S Stibbards & Sons is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors and Society of Allied 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 a compassionate and helpful funeral service in Hockley Village.

Latest Obituaries

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Philip James Neave

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Julie Cooper

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Paul Michael Knight

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Stephen Rawlinson 14th Aug 2022

    Stibbards are our family Undertakers. 
    The service and care is quite frankly beyond their rivals. 
    I asked for the wonderful Martin Stibbard to preside over my Fathers funeral. As he did for my son, mother and wife. 
    To put into perspective. When you wait for the arrival of your loved one. You see Martin and his fantastic staff. You breath a sigh of relief. You know that all is in hand. 
    I would also like to thank Martins people. Especially his daughter. She is continuing the fine tradition of the Stibbards family.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Stephen, 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 Allan Smith 5th Aug 2022

    I had previously used stibbards for my mums funeral in jan 2021, where the service and professionalism was always first class in every aspect , so it made sense on my part to go my local branch in  hockley , and yes everything was first class right up from the word go at the beginning to the end on driving us to the wake at the cliffs Pavillion , 
    Please thank everybody concerned from Scott , who came on the day of Barbara’s death and Louise in the office at Hockley.
    Thank you again
    Allan Smith 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Allan, thank you for putting your trust in us once again and I am so pleased that Louise, Scott and the team looked after you all so well, I will ensure that your thoughts are shared with all concerned
  • 5 Thomas Grew 3rd Aug 2022

    Excellent service from the outset. We have used Stibbards twice in recent months the Hadleigh Office for my Aunt and on both occasions the service was faultless. We can only thank everyone at Stibbards for their help and understanding.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Thomas, 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 Michael Adcock 2nd Aug 2022

    From start to finish the service and thoroughness  of all the staff was excellent.

  • 5 Isobel Petley 26th Jul 2022

    Throughout the whole sad process of arranging my mum’s funeral, Louise was always there to guide us through the procedure and made a difficult time that bit easier. She was friendly and understanding and easily contactable when I had a question or was unsure of something.
    Everything went so well and I wouldn’t hesitate in recommending Stibbards if you unfortunately need to arrange a funeral.
    Thank you so much,
    Isobel

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Isobel, thank you for your kind sentiments and praise for Louise. I am so pleased that she was able to support you during the arrangements and ease your burden
  • 5 Helen Farrell 24th Jul 2022

    Efficient and caring service. All areas covered by Louise taking the worry out of the funeral arrangements. All vehicles immaculate and drivers very professional and curteous. Thank you.

    Lee Marston replied


    Dear Helen, thank you for your kind sentiments and praise for Louise. I am so pleased that she was able to support you during the arrangements and ease your burden.
  • 5 Sue Grove 22nd Jul 2022

    Fantastic professional and compassionate service. Thank you

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Sue, 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 David Rodwell 16th Jul 2022

    Couldn’t have asked for a better service. Thoughtful and excellent communication. Thanks so much 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear David, 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 Sandra Holman 12th Jul 2022

    They made the arrangements for my dad’s funeral. I Found them to be very helpful and professional nothing was too much trouble I would highly recommend them. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Sandra, Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received.
  • 5 Stephanie Plewa 5th Jul 2022

    Very easy to deal with, clear and precise. My husbands funeral was dealt with very respectfully and was a fitting tribute to him.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Stephanie, we are so pleased, that the team were able to provide a fitting farewell for Rick and you as a family were well looked after.
  • 5 Gareth Johnson 21st Jun 2022

    On behalf of The Johnson family we would like to thank Stibbards for the compassion that they showed during the lead up to the funeral and their attention to detail and professionalism on the day.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Gareth, 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.
  • 4 Alison Garner 17th Jun 2022

    Louise was lovely in the Hockley Office made the process very simple at such a difficult time. 
    The only thing I would change would be that all services are available at all sites as we had to speak to someone from another office to sort a headstone. No reflection on service just would have been easier to have only feat with Louise 

  • 5 David Huxley 14th Jun 2022

    Could not have been more helpful  from the first meeting till the day of the funeral 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear David, 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 Nicola Beecham 12th Jun 2022

    Louise at Stibbards handled the arrangements sensitively and efficiently. On the day everything went as planned and was what we had discussed, so it went as we wanted it to. 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Nicola, thank you for your kind words and particular praise for Louise. We are so pleased that the care you received met with your expectations.
  • 5 Marilyn Caten 4th Jun 2022

    could not have done any better EXCELLENT.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Marilyn,
    thank you for your kind words and taking the time to comment on our service to you.
  • 5 Julian Lawrence 24th May 2022

    Thank you so much, for making a horrible situation bearable, with your professional manner.

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Julian, 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 Christopher Devlin 21st May 2022

    This was obviously a very difficult time for my family and me. Stibbards were simply excellent and were almost like close friends who really cares. I have lost count of how often my requirements changed but the firm accommodated every request and anticipated many. I would like to particularly thank Louise Grove in the Hockley office who showed great consideration and flexibility to accommodate our wider family visiting from Ireland, as well as the many visits I wanted to make to my dear departed wife

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Christopher, 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 Louise and the team.
  • 5 Elizabeth Rush 21st May 2022

    We would like to thank Louise and all at stibbards for helping us give my dad the funeral he wanted, the quality of care that Louise gave us was amazing and she helped us cope during this difficult time x we will never be able to thank you enough Louise 

    Lee Marston replied
    Dear Elizabeth, Louise will be so pleased that you felt supported and cared for during the arrangements for your beloved Dad. We are so pleased that he had the send off he deserved and this will hopefully bring you comfort in the future
  • 5 Kath Mead 2nd May 2022

    I couldn’t fault anything, Stibbards were excellent they made everything easier at an upsetting time. 

    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 Christina Clark 10th Apr 2022

    Incredible service from start to finish. My beautiful nan had the best send off and everyone that attended said how well it went.
    Massive thanks to David for putting up with me, answering all my questions and allowing me to visit my nan frequently. This really did help me with dealing with my nan's passing.
    I will definitely recommend stibbards to everyone. X

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Christina, David will be so pleased that you felt supported and cared for during the arrangements for your beloved Nan. We are so pleased that she had the send off she deserved and this will hopefully bring you comfort in the future.
  • 5 Christina Hall 15th Mar 2022

    We were very happy with Stibbards’ services for our Dad’s recent funeral. We used them for my Nan’s funeral many years ago, then for Mum’s funeral two years ago, so we were confident they would look after Dad well. David and Andrew (in the Hockley office) were friendly, helpful and accommodating. Scott, who was in charge of the funeral on the day, was so kind and made sure everything went smoothly - nothing was too much trouble. The small personal touches make a big difference - from the book of remembrance provided, to the memorial service held later on in the year.  I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Stibbards.

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Christina, thank you for putting your trust in us once again. We are so sorry that we have to come into your life at such difficult times but hope that you find comfort in knowing that we will always do all we can for you and care for your family. Thank you for your gracious comments.
  • 5 Kerrie Clarke 12th Mar 2022

    Wonderful service and many thanks to Scott for he’s attentive support 
    Thank you all so very much

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Kerrie, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and I am so pleased that Scott took such good care of you and the girls on the day.
  • 4 Greg Ellis 4th Mar 2022

    Absolutely fantastic on the day and afterwards

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Greg, thank you for you high praise which is so greatly appreciated.
  • 5 John Hodges 1st Mar 2022

    All went very smoothly, many thanks. John H

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear John, we are so pleased that we were able to assist you.
  • 5 Amanda Maynard 15th Feb 2022

    From start to finish David and his team were excellent, they dealt with us with sensitivity guiding us all the way through the process of arranging our fathers funeral. They really did gauge just right what support we needed and make some great suggestions to ensure that everything went smoothly on the day. 
    Scott was our conductor on the day, and he was fantastic, kept us informed what was going on, but also brought smiles to a very difficult day, with his caring manner. Arranging a funeral must be one of the hardest jobs for a family to do - doing it well when you are grieving felt initially like an impossible task - but I can honestly say we couldn't have done it without Stibbards. Unbelievably, I had so many family and friends say it was the best funeral they had ever been too!!! Thank you David and Scott and the whole Stibbards Team. 

    Martin Stibbards replied
    Dear Amanda, David and Scott will be so pleased that they were able to care for you and the family and make the service so special for you all. Your kind and thoughtful comments mean so much to us and are an endorsement of the values that we hold so dear.

Address
7 Spa Road, Hockley,
Hockley
Essex
SS5 4AZ

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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

Stephen Rawlinson 14th Aug 2022

Stibbards are our family Undertakers.  The service and care is quite frankly beyond their rivals.  I asked for the wonderful Martin Stibbard to preside over my Fathers funeral. As he did for my son, mother and wife.  To put into perspective. When you wait for the arrival of your loved one. You see Martin and his fantastic staff. You breath a sigh of relief. You know that all is in hand.  I would also like to thank Martins people. Especially his daughter. She is continuing the fine tradition of the Stibbards family.

Allan Smith 5th Aug 2022

I had previously used stibbards for my mums funeral in jan 2021, where the service and professionalism was always first class in every aspect , so it made sense on my part to go my local branch in  hockley , and yes everything was first class right up from the word go at the beginning to the end on driving us to the wake at the cliffs Pavillion ,  Please thank everybody concerned from Scott , who came on the day of Barbara’s death and Louise in the office at Hockley. Thank you again Allan Smith 

Thomas Grew 3rd Aug 2022

Excellent service from the outset. We have used Stibbards twice in recent months the Hadleigh Office for my Aunt and on both occasions the service was faultless. We can only thank everyone at Stibbards for their help and understanding.

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