John Weir Funeral Directors Gillingham

257 reviews

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Colette Turner 26th Sep 2022

Les made our experience as easy as he possibly could under the circumstances, nothing was too much trouble for him, anything I needed or was unsure of he was on hand willingly 

Margaret Buxton 20th Sep 2022

Excellent service from the very beginning, especially Les Atterbury. All members of staff were very helpful and considerate with all aspects of Mum's funeral. We were grateful for all their help and kindness, which was very much appreciated,

Ann Burley 20th Sep 2022

All staff I met were really helpful, caring and attentive.  Cannot fault the service I received. 

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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

David   Ham

David Ham

May 1960 - May 2024

Valentine   Sheila O'Hare

Valentine Sheila O'Hare

Feb 1937 - May 2024

Anne Elizabeth   Horton

Anne Elizabeth Horton

Dec 1952 - Apr 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Colette Turner 26th Sep 2022

    Les made our experience as easy as he possibly could under the circumstances, nothing was too much trouble for him, anything I needed or was unsure of he was on hand willingly 

  • 5 Margaret Buxton 20th Sep 2022

    Excellent service from the very beginning, especially Les Atterbury. All members of staff were very helpful and considerate with all aspects of Mum's funeral.
    We were grateful for all their help and kindness, which was very much appreciated,

  • 5 Ann Burley 20th Sep 2022

    All staff I met were really helpful, caring and attentive.  Cannot fault the service I received. 

  • 5 Valerie Farrow 20th Sep 2022

    From the initial phone call to after the funeral the staff at the Gillingham branch were so supportive, helpful and kind. The funeral service and burial went completely to plan on the day with such respect and dignity shown by the staff. At such a difficult time the way we were guided through everything that needed to be put in place was exceptional. 

  • 5 Mario Funai 29th Aug 2022

    At a difficult and upsetting time Les listened to our family and talked with us about everything involved and made us feel comfortable, he kept in touch and was very accommodating to our requests.

  • 5 Dave Dyer 27th Aug 2022

    Truely a 5 star service Les was fantastic

  • 5 Clive Davison 21st Aug 2022

    The team looked after my mum very well, from collecting her at midnight to the last duty of carrying her through to the crematorium.

    The hearse team were respectful throughout under the leadership of Shane who looked after my family while also presenting full respect to the dignity of mum and our family. We were kept informed throughout with regular contact from Les in the Gillingham office.

    They have become our funeral directors of choice over the last decade and we will continue in the trend.

    I would have no hesitation in recommending their services to friends and family.

  • 5 John Ross 20th Aug 2022

    The service provided by John Weir Funeral Directors was excellent.  From the first point of contact by phone, through to the day of the funeral and afterwards, everyone on the staff was kind, courteous, sympathetic, sensitive, efficient and professional.  We returned to this firm because we were so pleased with their service at the time of a previous bereavement some years ago.  Their standards were equally high on this occasion. I would say the service they provided was perfect.  I have no hesitation in recommending them.

  • 5 Janie Featherstone 19th Aug 2022

    Les and Amanda at Gillingham went beyond our expectations. Such compassion, sympathy and understanding was shown throughout. Attention to detail and double checking everything we asked for made sure the service was exactly as we wished. Unfortunately the celebrant really let us down on the day but this was not the fault of John Weir and they took our feedback gracefully and passed the information onto the necessary people. Thank you so much Les and Amanda for helping us with great dignity every step of the way.

  • 5 Emma Waller 15th Aug 2022

    The service provided throughout was excellent. Les and the rest of the team were supportive and respectful.
    Thoroughly recommend.

  • 5 Julie Baker 29th Jul 2022

    Everything was carried out according to my wishes, but in such a way that all seemed very natural and comfortable. A difficult day made easier by the professionalism shown. Thank you

  • 5 Kevin Eldridge 25th Jul 2022

    First class and professional as expected from a local funeral director! Thank you 😊

  • 5 Sarah Harding 22nd Jul 2022

    Faultless

  • 5 Kathleen Bishop 17th Jul 2022

    I wish to thank John Weir for all there help during this difficult time. Excellent service very respectful compassionate and caring absolutely fantastic service thank you all at John Weir 

  • 5 Geoffrey Spencer-Webb 17th Jul 2022

    A very helpful, friendly and sympathetic service with branches very near to most people in the Medway area. I would have no hesitation in recommending John Weir to anyone in the future. Thank you for helping us get through my Mothers funeral. 

  • 5 Ashley Laverty 11th Jul 2022

    Very good service, support and advice etc throughout the process. Les Atterbury (Watling St branch, Gillingham) was suitably sensitive and helpful in equal measure. 

  • 5 Katie Bovis 3rd Jul 2022

    John Weir Funeral Directors in Gillingham could not have done enough for my family and I, when planning my Dads funeral. They were so kind, caring and considerate and made the whole process as smooth as possible. Every one of their staff were excellent and went above and beyond to help in any way they could. A brilliant service with such caring ways. Thank you for everything and making Dads final day one that was so special. 

  • 5 Steve&vicky Curtis 28th Jun 2022

    Dear Les 
    Thankyou so much for your help from start to finish with my dad s service .
    You was fantastic 

    Regards steve curtis 

  • 5 Julie Elkins 27th Jun 2022

    Les & his team were really respectful & helpful. I couldn’t have asked for a better service & im sure my mum would have been really happy 

  • 5 Caroline Sutton-Jones 28th May 2022

    Have had to organise several funerals in my life it is always painful but the whole thing was made easier and painless because of the kind caring way in which it was done so Thankyou so very much

  • 5 Ian MacDonald 18th May 2022

    Les at the Gillingham Branch was extremely supportive, talked through the whole process and options available. 
    Respectful of our grief and had time to listen. Thank you 

  • 5 Maureen Holliday 15th May 2022

    Very impressed with the professionalism and dignity given my Mother
    Thank you

  • 5 John Dilloway 3rd May 2022

    We received an amazing service from John Weir Funeral Directors, Les at Gillingham was spot on with everything, kept us informed of what we needed to do, timings and procedures absolutely everything. Extremely happy it was very dignified, we would highly recommend if needed, Best regards John & Angie Dilloway

  • 5 Natalie Youens 25th Apr 2022

    The website is lovely. Friends and family have been able to leave messages, light candles, donate money and post pictures easily.

  • 5 Quinn Laverty 9th Apr 2022

    John Weir were very professional and sincere throughout the whole experience.

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

Colette Turner 26th Sep 2022

Les made our experience as easy as he possibly could under the circumstances, nothing was too much trouble for him, anything I needed or was unsure of he was on hand willingly 

Margaret Buxton 20th Sep 2022

Excellent service from the very beginning, especially Les Atterbury. All members of staff were very helpful and considerate with all aspects of Mum's funeral. We were grateful for all their help and kindness, which was very much appreciated,

Ann Burley 20th Sep 2022

All staff I met were really helpful, caring and attentive.  Cannot fault the service I received. 

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