John Weir Funeral Directors Chatham

367 reviews

John Weir is an independent funeral directors offering high quality services covering all of Chatham.

Latest Verified Reviews

Sharon Smith 12th Apr 2025

Les was respectful with the arrangements of our father  he was always there at the end of a phone or email if needed. The day of the funeral went without a hitch. 

Ben Johnson 6th Apr 2025

A thoroughly professional team, would not hesitate to use them again should the need arise.

Alan Thurgood 1st Apr 2025

Lex did everything he could to make sure I knew what was happening at every stage. I did ask for the obituary page to be set up slightly different from standard and Lee was able to ...  get change made on the system for us. more

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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

25 New Road
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4QJ

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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: 01634 540488

About Us

John Weir Funeral Directors in Chatham is built on a long tradition of high quality bereavement care in the local community.

With locations throughout the Medway towns, they have full professional and experienced staff, enabling them to provide first class facilities and a comprehensive range of services. Whether the funeral is simple or elaborate, John Weir’s expertise will ensure that the funeral arrangements are carried out with the highest of standards.

Funeral director Ben Baker, the Chatham branch manager, will be at the office to assist you Monday to Friday, from 9 am to 5 pm. Outside of these hours,the telephone line is open to receive calls 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

John Weir Funeral Directors is a member of the National Association of Funeral Directors (NAFD) and the National Society of Allied and Independent Funeral Directors (SAIF). On top of this, it is also the first funeral director in Kent to join the international, invitation only organisation, Selected Independent Funeral Homes.

Call John Weir Funeral Directors in Chatham now to find out more about the services that they can offer, or to begin planning the perfect funeral for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Rita Mary   Boothroyd

Rita Mary Boothroyd

Aug 1947 - Mar 2025

Deborah Judith   Lee

Deborah Judith Lee

Dec 1968 - Mar 2025

Theresa   Thanhthuy Gayle

Theresa Thanhthuy Gayle

Jan 1956 - Mar 2025

Keith Robert   Blakeman

Keith Robert Blakeman

Oct 1967 - Mar 2025

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Sharon Smith 12th Apr 2025

    Les was respectful with the arrangements of our father  he was always there at the end of a phone or email if needed. The day of the funeral went without a hitch. 

  • 5 Ben Johnson 6th Apr 2025

    A thoroughly professional team, would not hesitate to use them again should the need arise.

  • 5 Alan Thurgood 1st Apr 2025

    Lex did everything he could to make sure I knew what was happening at every stage. I did ask for the obituary page to be set up slightly different from standard and Lee was able to get change made on the system for us.

  • 5 Michael Wright 31st Mar 2025

    John Weir provided an absolutely outstanding service. From our initial appointment with Les through to the funeral service on the day, everything was of the highest possible standard. The level of support provided, helped to make everything a lot less stressful. I would thoroughly recommend John Weir, especially for their level of professionalism, as well as their ability to understand how difficult the bereavement can be for their customers. Thank you for supporting us through what would have been an incredibly difficult time, without your phenomenal support and guidance.

  • 5 Stuart Cripps 31st Mar 2025

    Could not picked a better Funeral Director for my cousin. They were very Professeional and Courteous throughout…

  • 5 Kate Speirs 18th Mar 2025

    Les was amazing though out the whole process 
    I feel that my Dad was so cared for along with my family though this really tough time 
    Thankyou so much to all of the team at John Weir funeral directors

  • 5 Julie Barrett 16th Mar 2025

    They were superb.  Very caring,always there for me, so very kind, thoughtful and pleasant.  They were a calming influence on me.  Les even phoned to ask how I was.

    Thank you.  I will not forget this.

    Julie barrett

  • 5 Ivor Presland 28th Feb 2025

    JW made a very emotional time go much easier, the staff was very professional throughout.

  • 4 Sandra Flatt 22nd Feb 2025

    I was very leased with everything your company has done for me. All went very smoothly & professionally 

  • 5 Dorinda Gomes 3rd Feb 2025

    Would highly recommend to friends and family.  Kept in constant contact to ensure that everything ran smoothly. Nothing was too much trouble. Special thanks to Debbie for all her help in arranging everything.

  • 5 Davina Eldridge 31st Jan 2025

    Wow, absolutely fantastic . Les was fabulous .what a lovely man so Patient and caring . Went above my expectations. Mum had a fantastic send off with many thanks to John weir funeral directors.

  • 5 Michele Steadman 31st Jan 2025

    Unfortunately our family have had a lot of dealings with John Weir over the past 3 years, but i can only thank the team at John Weir for their kindness and sensitivity in handling the loss of our loved ones. Les has been so professional, kind, supportive and helpful throughout, nothing has been too much trouble, and he has been in constant communication with me at every stage. I would also like to thank Shane for being there this time and conducting the procession and limousines, I understand that he made sure he would be there for us as he had previously.
    Thank you to Les and Shane for your great support during our very sad time.
    Michele, Rob, Chelsi, Tom and Fletcher

  • 5 Andrew Cobb 28th Jan 2025

    The team at John Weir did an excellent job of managing the funeral arrangements for my brother in law recently. Les and the team dealt with us very helpfully and sympathetically - they are both extremely efficient and polite. I would also say that their service is good value, for all the things that they do. Highly recommended.

  • 5 Ian Braithwaite 26th Jan 2025

    John weir funeral directors has been nothing but exceptional from beginning to end, They guided me throughout and explained to me what to expect.

    Thank you





  • 5 Kim Bartholomew 21st Jan 2025

    John Weir are absolutely amazing they took care of my mum and dad and nothing is to much trouble and they’re there to help every step of they way with anything you need. Couldn’t have wished for a better goodbye for my parents. Would like to say a big thank you for taking such good care of us all.

  • 5 David Thompson 20th Jan 2025

    Everything done on time to a high standard and with great professionalism and understanding. A very personal service.

  • 5 Susan Chapman 16th Jan 2025

    Les at John Weirs conducted the initial appointment with sensitivity care and commitment to our wishes.He was lovely. He guided us through all the stages of preparation and checked in regularly. Emails were responded to promptly, phone calls handled with no rush ever. The funeral for my treasured sister was conducted perfectly by the team who drove the hearse and limos. Attention to detail at the crematorium meant everything went beautifully. The family are so grateful to John Weir and all the staff who we engaged with especially Kevin on the day and Les throughout the lead up 

  • 5 Timothy Waldron 12th Jan 2025

    I cannot recommend John Weir highly enough in offering such outstanding service. The staff certainly make a very difficult time considerably easier.

  • 5 Heather Gilbert 11th Jan 2025

    Excellent service from Les at John Weir in Chatham and also from the John Weir staff on the day of my husband's cremation. Thank you so very much.

  • 5 Kay Wright 27th Dec 2024

    Les was brilliant, very helpful, guided us when we were unsure of options, compassionate and kept in touch with us right up until my mum's funeral.
    Everyone involved in my mum's funeral from John Weir were amazing.
    My mum's funeral was perfect and everything run smoothly. Thank you all so much x

  • 5 Robert Chapman 26th Dec 2024

    Excellent service. Looked after us exceptionally well.

  • 5 Norman Charles 23rd Dec 2024

    I would like to thank the Chatham branch for making a very difficult period easier with a professional approach from the instruction to the final end. Cannot praise Les and his team enough. Thank you so much for your help and care during this tough time.

  • 5 Hannah Childs 16th Dec 2024

    Helpful, supportive and understanding which is exactly what we needed at this difficult time. 
    Les helped make my husband’s wishes possible. 

  • 5 John Meade 12th Dec 2024

    I recently had the profound experience of arranging my late mother, Patricia Anne's, funeral through Weir's Funeral Directors in Chatham, Kent. From the very first meeting with Ben, it was evident we were in compassionate and capable hands. Ben's considerate and kind approach made a challenging time much more bearable. He handled all the arrangements with utmost professionalism, including the initial contact with the priest for my mother's Roman Catholic Requiem Mass.

    On the day of the funeral, Les and his team exhibited the highest levels of dignity and care. The ceremony was conducted with perfect timing and respect, ensuring everything went smoothly. Their attention to detail and understanding made a significant difference during this emotional time.

    I cannot recommend Weir's Funeral Directors highly enough. Their exemplary service and dedication to ensuring a beautiful and respectful farewell for my mother was a great comfort to us all.

  • 5 Kim Marsden 8th Dec 2024

    Everything was perfect 

Address
25 New Road
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4QJ

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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

Sharon Smith 12th Apr 2025

Les was respectful with the arrangements of our father  he was always there at the end of a phone or email if needed. The day of the funeral went without a hitch. 

Ben Johnson 6th Apr 2025

A thoroughly professional team, would not hesitate to use them again should the need arise.

Alan Thurgood 1st Apr 2025

Lex did everything he could to make sure I knew what was happening at every stage. I did ask for the obituary page to be set up slightly different from standard and Lee was able to ...  get change made on the system for us. more

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