John Weir Funeral Directors Gillingham

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John Weir is a well-established funeral directors working in the Gillingham area.

Latest Verified Reviews

Barbara Cummins 18th Jul 2024

Arranging a funeral for a loved one is very difficult and emotional time. John Weir and his professional team are caring, understanding, compassionate, patience and supportive. Their attention to detail is second to none making sure that the day runs smoothly and exactly what you want. It was a true pleasure dealing with everyone of the staff who was involved in making the Celebration of my late Husbands life such a beautiful farewell. A heartfelt Thank you.

Emma Gundry 17th Jul 2024

Les and the team at Gillingham have been absolutely wonderful helping us arrange the farewell for my beloved husband.  Their empathy, support and consideration as well as their highly professional service have been greatly appreciated.  Their recommended celebrant was also amazing.

Sheila Smith 15th Jul 2024

Everything went to plan and we were treated with sympathy and respect. The celebrant selected was patient and helpful. People attending the funeral said we got it just right.

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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

127 Watling Street
Gillingham
Kent
ME7 2YY

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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 540524

About Us

John Weir Funeral Directors in Gillingham 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 Theresa Butters, the Gillingham 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 the first funeral director in Kent to join the international, invitation only organisation, Selected Independent Funeral Homes.

Call John Weir Funeral Directors in Gillingham 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

Lorraine   Giddings

Lorraine Giddings

Oct 1954 - Jul 2024

Neil Andrew   Jackson

Neil Andrew Jackson

Aug 1961 - Jul 2024

Patricia Ann   Farrow

Patricia Ann Farrow

Feb 1952 - Jun 2024

David   Hancock

David Hancock

Jun 2024 - Mar 1939

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Barbara Cummins 18th Jul 2024

    Arranging a funeral for a loved one is very difficult and emotional time. John Weir and his professional team are caring, understanding,
    compassionate, patience and supportive. Their attention to detail is second to none making sure that the day runs smoothly and exactly what you want.
    It was a true pleasure dealing with everyone of the staff who was involved in making the Celebration of my late Husbands life such a beautiful farewell.
    A heartfelt Thank you.

  • 5 Emma Gundry 17th Jul 2024

    Les and the team at Gillingham have been absolutely wonderful helping us arrange the farewell for my beloved husband.  Their empathy, support and consideration as well as their highly professional service have been greatly appreciated.  Their recommended celebrant was also amazing.

  • 5 Sheila Smith 15th Jul 2024

    Everything went to plan and we were treated with sympathy and respect. The celebrant selected was patient and helpful. People attending the funeral said we got it just right.

  • 5 Colin Birchall 7th Jul 2024

    Les at John Weir was my contact to arrange my Mum’s funeral. Every detail was accommodated for. In the weeks in between first meeting Les and the Funeral I was regularly updated on how things were progressing. On the day of the Funeral the gentleman that looked after me were exceptional. I could concentrate on giving my Mum a good send off safe in the knowledge everything was organised. I would throughly recommend John Weir for any funeral arrangements without hesitation. 

  • 5 Daniel King 15th Jun 2024

    Excellent service thank you

  • 5 Julian Ingram 10th Jun 2024

    LES, KEVIN AND TEAM DID A STERLING JOB LOOKING AFTER THE ARRANGEMENTS AND MY BROTHER.  THANK YOU

  • 5 Martin Johnston 4th Jun 2024

    From initial contact to post service the level of support and communication has been outstanding. Everything was dealt with compassionately but efficiently.
    Les in particular ensured continuing dialogue and always sought to ensure all requirements were being met.
    The team on the day of the service were also excellent, caring but professional.

  • 5 Christina Davies 3rd Jun 2024

    I have the greatest respect for John Wier and his staff, having used their services through the years for other family members. At a very emotional and distressing time, one is treated with compassion, kindness and understanding.

    They help you through the whole process offering advise and information keeping you updated on all matters.

    I believe John Wier Funeral Services to be very professional and would highly recommend them.

  • 5 Gail Langford 26th May 2024

    Unfortunately to lose a family member is so very sad. Some being taken before time. We have always gone with John Weirs as always so professional, understanding and treat our love ones with the utmost dignity. 

  • 5 Valerie Flick 23rd May 2024

    Very professional. Thoughtful and supportive. I would not hesitate to recommend their Service to others.

  • 5 Mark Godfrey 17th May 2024

    Excellent service and follow up.Professional and friendly throughout during what is for anyone a difficult time

  • 5 Susan Wall 12th May 2024

    Went above and beyond treated us with respect and kept us informed at all times 

  • 5 Mark Harding 9th Apr 2024

    John Weir provided an excellent service for my Mum's funeral. Their staff were kind and considerate throughout this difficult time.

  • 5 Debra Dring 11th Mar 2024

    Les and his team provided a very professional service and were very sympathetic and understanding at a very difficult time for us as a family. I have no hesitation in recommending them to others.

  • 5 Darren Leverton 2nd Mar 2024

    Les and his team looked after us so well, diligent and thoughtful, quietly pulling the strings in the background so we had to worry about very little. Amazing service and I would recommend John Weir to everyone.

  • 5 Emilymay Miles 2nd Mar 2024

    The staff couldn't have been better, they were kind, caring and so sympathetic to our needs. Always kept us up dated

  • 5 Christine Tucker 13th Feb 2024

    I have received excellent service and support from John Weir. The staff in the Gillingham office have been kind and extremely helpful with all the arrangements for my Mother's funeral.
    I can highly recommend John Weir Funeral Directors.

  • 5 Maria Cox 10th Feb 2024

    Dear John
    to you and all your lovely staff
    a very special Thank You for making something that is such a sad time so easy to arrange and all done with such dignity.
    You had known Gerard from school days so we knew you would look after him and he was going to be in safe hands.
    He had such a wonderful life and was loved by many and this is what we celebrated throughout the day -he would have loved it 😍
    So again thank you for being part of what turned out to be such a lovely day.
    Sending lots of love Maria 

  • 5 Janet Wilkinson 10th Feb 2024

    The staff are very helpful and kind . The funeral went very well . Very professional and dignified.

  • 5 Sean Cunningham 29th Jan 2024

    Excellent help and support in all aspects of the funeral. Special mention to Les at Gillingham office. Id like to say cannot wait to use you again but hopefully not for a long time yet.
    Thanks Sean

  • 5 Philip Urquhart 22nd Jan 2024

    Very professional, excellent communication and made a difficult time as easy as possible

  • 5 Mark Whittaker 8th Jan 2024

    Thank you to everyone at John Weir’s who helped to make the day go smoothly. 
    A big thank you at Les at Gillingham, for all the correspondence and organising leading up to the day. 

  • 5 Derrick Martin 1st Jan 2024

    Excellent service and co-operation throughout.

    Thank you

  • 5 Stephen Hardy 29th Dec 2023

    John Weir Watling street Gillingham branch, Many Thanks to Les and all the team that enabled a perfect, faultless funeral service for my beloved Mother Annette.
    I would thoroughly recommend them.

  • 5 Sally Maynard-Smith 16th Dec 2023

    Very happy with support and service.

Address
127 Watling Street
Gillingham
Kent
ME7 2YY

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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

Barbara Cummins 18th Jul 2024

Arranging a funeral for a loved one is very difficult and emotional time. John Weir and his professional team are caring, understanding, compassionate, patience and supportive. Their attention to detail is second to none making sure that the day runs smoothly and exactly what you want. It was a true pleasure dealing with everyone of the staff who was involved in making the Celebration of my late Husbands life such a beautiful farewell. A heartfelt Thank you.

Emma Gundry 17th Jul 2024

Les and the team at Gillingham have been absolutely wonderful helping us arrange the farewell for my beloved husband.  Their empathy, support and consideration as well as their highly professional service have been greatly appreciated.  Their recommended celebrant was also amazing.

Sheila Smith 15th Jul 2024

Everything went to plan and we were treated with sympathy and respect. The celebrant selected was patient and helpful. People attending the funeral said we got it just right.

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