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

Alan Pankhurst 10th Nov 2018

Highly recommended. They were attentive, helpful and very informative. A great company.

Gillian Marchand 29th Oct 2018

As a Church leader who had himself conducted a number of funerals, my husband had always been impressed with John Weir, so we had no hesitation in contacting them when he himself passed away. Thank you to Theresa for the personal and sympathetic way she dealt with us. We felt completely confident that everything was thought of and if we had any questions it was very easy to contact her to have them answered. On the day itself there was a combination of respect, dignity and warmth that made the ceremony very memorable for the many people who attended, but most importantly for us, the family. Thank you.

Steven Read 27th Oct 2018

Absolutely faultless service from start to finish. I cannot recommend John Weir funeral directors highly enough. They will sensitively guide you through a difficult process explaining and advising on anything you're not sure about and respect to letter anything that you need to happen.

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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

Douglas Frank   Gilbert

Douglas Frank Gilbert

Aug 1942 - Jan 2024

William John   Ryan

William John Ryan

Aug 1956 - Jan 2024

André Colin   Leverton

André Colin Leverton

Aug 1951 - Jan 2024

Catherine Elizabeth   Westcombe

Catherine Elizabeth Westcombe

Jan 1949 - Jan 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Alan Pankhurst 10th Nov 2018

    Highly recommended.
    They were attentive, helpful and very informative. A great company.

  • 5 Gillian Marchand 29th Oct 2018

    As a Church leader who had himself conducted a number of funerals, my husband had always been impressed with John Weir, so we had no hesitation in contacting them when he himself passed away. Thank you to Theresa for the personal and sympathetic way she dealt with us. We felt completely confident that everything was thought of and if we had any questions it was very easy to contact her to have them answered. On the day itself there was a combination of respect, dignity and warmth that made the ceremony very memorable for the many people who attended, but most importantly for us, the family. Thank you.

  • 5 Steven Read 27th Oct 2018

    Absolutely faultless service from start to finish. I cannot recommend John Weir funeral directors highly enough. They will sensitively guide you through a difficult process explaining and advising on anything you're not sure about and respect to letter anything that you need to happen.

  • 5 Daren Halfpenny 12th Oct 2018

    Amazing service, from the initial consultation to the end of our requirements of them. Lovely people, caring, understanding and empathetic; kept in touch as they said they would, nothing too much trouble and, given the horror stories you hear, represented excellent value for our money as nothing was too much effort and the funeral was conducted with professionalism, care and attention to detail. 6 stars!

  • 5 Maria Cox 7th Oct 2018

    From start to finish we have had nothing but excellent service from John Weir and cannot praise their staff enough, to our first meeting with Amanda who was at the Gillingham office until Theresa came back from holiday, then Theresa took over -what lovely ladies they both are, for anyone having to arrange a funeral it is a very sad and difficult time but they have made everything so easy for us and nothing was too much trouble.
    On the day of Mum's funeral we would love to thank all the men in the cortege who again couldn't have helped us enough, every step of the way it was explained what was going to happen and if we weren't sure about anything or needed any help to just ask and lastly a very special thanks must go to Bridget Sapiano who took the service -we wanted Mum's funeral to be a celebration of her life and that is exactly what we had, everybody who attended and it was a lot especially Mark & Spencer ladies said they had never been to such a lovely funeral so again a huge big Thank You to everyone involved.

  • 5 Jackie Day 29th Sep 2018

    Amanda and Teresa were so friendly and knowledgeable, making every part of arranging our mum's funeral so much easier to bare. The gentlemen on the day were courteous and efficient, nothing was too much trouble for anyone

    Steven and myself would like to thank you all for helping our mums day as perfect as it could be

  • 5 Valerie Redding 19th Sep 2018

    Excellent service from the staff, nothing was too much trouble. Thank you for the emotional support and care, and understanding.

  • 5 Peter Conway 19th Aug 2018

    Excellent professional service, with every detail taken care of 

  • 5 Janet Bowen 18th Aug 2018

    Excellent service.  They dealt with everything so i had nothing to worry about. Very professional and ver respectful.  

  • 5 Chris Rhodes 1st Aug 2018

    Very professional, empathetic and easy to deal with.

    I would have no hesitation in recommending them very highly indeed.

  • 5 steve caulfield 22nd Jul 2018

    Everything was handled with care and sensitivity.

  • 5 Carol Fouche 15th Jul 2018

    I've lost both my Mum & Dad within 5 and a half months of each other - John Weir handled both funerals - I cannot compliment the company enough- Theresa at Gillingham was so supportive along with Amanda - such kind considerate ladies who could not do enough to accommodate our requirements.
    Both Funerals were directed by Shane - again such a kind considerate person who treated us as though he was one of the family
    My praise for this wonderful firm is endless and would wholeheartedly recommend John Weir

    The reason I chose them was not only because of their wonderful reputation but my late Mum used to sell John his shirts in Marks & Spencer's when he first started out - she always commented he was very charming and sensitive - John Weir was the only choice in these circumstances.

  • 5 Suzanne Cairns 14th Jul 2018

    thank you very much the day went very well

  • 5 Ian Smithers 2nd Jul 2018

    When times are at the lowest John Weir are very caring and un derstanding. Taking time for your every need that makes it so much easier on the one's that left behind.

  • 5 Tracy Waghorn 23rd May 2018

    Teresa was very helpful and polite and courteous nothing was any problem.  We have used John Weir before and have never had any problems.  I would definitely recommend them.

  • 5 Elizabeth King 22nd May 2018

    Teresa never fails to make a very difficult time easy to navigate. The care and consideration shown on the day is exemplary. Unfortunately our family hss had to use these services several times in last few years and each time Teresa and the team have been amazing and nothing is too much trouble. Would always recommend. Thank you.

  • 5 Colin Horobin 13th May 2018

    A lovely service held by Maria for my mother ,we laughed and we cried .
    A very fitting service and can highly recommend your company .

  • 5 Donna Ince 7th May 2018

    Could not have asked for a better service, Theresa was so kind and obliging in the office and Kevin and his boys had the funeral itself run like clockwork.  I would highly recommend John Weir at Gillingham to anyone who wants a professional and caring service.

  • 5 Louise Clack 29th Apr 2018

    Very helpful during the funeral arranging and the guys on the day were great too
    Thank you for everything 

  • 5 Sheila Young 11th Apr 2018

    Wonderfully kind and understanding at a very painful time their professional and supportive 

  • 5 Sharon Green 3rd Apr 2018

    Everything about John Weir Funeral services was absolutely excellent from start to finish. All staff were professional and efficient with a very caring manner. Special mention to Theresa, she made a very difficult time much easier.

  • 5 Pat Ong 3rd Apr 2018

    We were so happy with the John Weir.  It was a very difficult time indeed, with a lot going on and the patience and support provided, especially by Theresa, was wonderful.  We were so pleased that Shane and his colleague came out so promptly on an evening when the weather was truly atrocious.  Everything went so smoothly thanks to all of the staff and their very professional approach.

  • 5 Mark Hawkridge 26th Mar 2018

    I have used John Weir a few times and they always provide an excellent service

  • 5 Ed Willcox 9th Mar 2018

    This is sadly the second time, I have used the services of 'John Weir'.

    They have been marvellous, excellent communication, very thorough and professional throughout this difficult time.

    I would recommend them.


  • 5 Lesley McGinty 6th Mar 2018

    Dear John, Once again, the Gillingham branch of John Weir provided us with a first class service, from the initial consultation with Theresa right through to the day of my father's funeral. Theresa is a very special person: ultra efficient and paying minute attention to detail to make every aspect of the proceedings just perfect, but also so warm and caring when dealing with the extremely painful and delicate situation of families trying to make decisions whilst struggling to come to terms with the loss of a loved one. My father's funeral took place on Friday 2nd of March, when the elements did their utmost to thwart us. The team, led so admirably by Shane, conducted it all with great courtesy, grace, dignity and calmness, despite the hazardous nature of the weather conditions, which was escalating by the minute. Thank you all for your efforts and hard work. You should feel proud of this wonderful team!

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

Alan Pankhurst 10th Nov 2018

Highly recommended. They were attentive, helpful and very informative. A great company.

Gillian Marchand 29th Oct 2018

As a Church leader who had himself conducted a number of funerals, my husband had always been impressed with John Weir, so we had no hesitation in contacting them when he himself passed away. Thank you to Theresa for the personal and sympathetic way she dealt with us. We felt completely confident that everything was thought of and if we had any questions it was very easy to contact her to have them answered. On the day itself there was a combination of respect, dignity and warmth that made the ceremony very memorable for the many people who attended, but most importantly for us, the family. Thank you.

Steven Read 27th Oct 2018

Absolutely faultless service from start to finish. I cannot recommend John Weir funeral directors highly enough. They will sensitively guide you through a difficult process explaining and advising on anything you're not sure about and respect to letter anything that you need to happen.

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