John Weir Funeral Directors Rainham

643 reviews

A family-owned funeral directors, John Weir provides premium quality funeral services for the Rainham community.

Latest Verified Reviews

Roger Ian Quarrington 5th Sep 2021

The service and commitment was first class my only comment is we were asked to wait at the main church door when the coffin arrived at the grave yard entrance which meant my mother had to stand for far too long for a woman of her years, but Iam sure this was an oversight and in no way the norm, and I hope a lesson has been learned, perhaps plan your route to the burial plot before the funeral so that the mourners aren't stood around twiderling there thumbs. Nevertheless I would recommend you.

Julie Louise Moriarty 1st Sep 2021

Fantastic service from a great team of people who are sincere, professional, discreet and thoughtful.  I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this company to everyone!

Colin Tait 27th Aug 2021

Excellent service from the moment we contacted them. They suggested ideas that made my wife’s funeral special. We had positive feedback from the many friends and relatives who attended the funeral.

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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

130-132 High Street
Rainham
Kent
ME8 8AR

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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 540582

About Us

John Weir Funeral Directors in Rainham is built on a long tradition of high quality bereavement care in the local community. This office won the Golden Charter award in the category “Regional Funeral Planners of The Year 2015”.

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 Debbie Anderson, the Rainham 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 Rainham 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

Gillian   Blackwell

Gillian Blackwell

Jul 1959 - Apr 2024

Farley   Scutts

Farley Scutts

Feb 1964 - Apr 2024

Joyce   Wanstall

Joyce Wanstall

Apr 1927 - Apr 2024

Jean   Hill

Jean Hill

Sep 1937 - Apr 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 4 Roger Ian Quarrington 5th Sep 2021

    The service and commitment was first class my only comment is we were asked to wait at the main church door when the coffin arrived at the grave yard entrance which meant my mother had to stand for far too long for a woman of her years, but Iam sure this was an oversight and in no way the norm, and I hope a lesson has been learned, perhaps plan your route to the burial plot before the funeral so that the mourners aren't stood around twiderling there thumbs. Nevertheless I would recommend you.

  • 5 Julie Louise Moriarty 1st Sep 2021

    Fantastic service from a great team of people who are sincere, professional, discreet and thoughtful.  I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this company to everyone!

  • 5 Colin Tait 27th Aug 2021

    Excellent service from the moment we contacted them. They suggested ideas that made my wife’s funeral special. We had positive feedback from the many friends and relatives who attended the funeral.

  • 5 Clare Clark 20th Aug 2021

    From our very first point of contact ,the staff at John weir made me feel welcome and cared for , nothing was too much trouble. 
    Wonderful company to deal with , cannot recommend them highly enough. Thank you x 

  • 5 Elizabeth Tarrant 16th Aug 2021

    John Weir's of Rainham provided a sensitive and very professional service. Everything they organised went smoothly.
    We couldn't have asked for more from them
    and are very grateful to them.

  • 5 Richard George Stretch 10th Aug 2021

    The formalities before the day where made more comfortable & bearable by Sharon at the Rainham branch taking us through it step by step & offering advice as required about the services you offered & the crematorium, & what happens on the day & after. On the day everything went well & to schedule & the funeral conductor took us threw the opening committal proceedings. Thank you all for your support & care to me & my family

  • 5 Mark Dyke 10th Aug 2021

    I could not have chosen a more caring, thoughtful and compassionate funeral director. Anna at John Wier is exceptional and kept me updated with all of the arrangements for the funeral as they were made. Nothing was too much trouble and on the day of the funeral, everything ran like clockwork. I cannot thank Anna and the staff at John Wier enough. You took the trauma out of an otherwise emotionally draining experience.

  • 5 Rita Fisher 30th Jul 2021

    The help and support we received from John Weirs at such a difficult time was amazing. Their attention to detail was so reassuring.

  • 5 Barbara Hyatt 15th Jul 2021

    My family and I would like to say a huge thank you to everyone at John weir who have been involved with looking after Roy. From the moment we called and asked you to come and collect Roy from our home you have all been nothing but polite and respectful. Special thanks to Anna for keeping in touch so often and keeping us all updated with what was going on and even for the follow up chats after the funeral to make sure I was ok, it's greatly appreciated. Another special thanks to all the boys on the day of the funeral for the safe delivery of us all and Roy and making sure it all ran smoothly. You all have made an extremely sad and upsetting time so much more bearable. Many thanks, Barbara and family xxx

  • 5 Jamie Reed 11th Jul 2021

    From the outset the staff at John Weir were supportive, respectful and offered assistance and advice were needed. On the day, the Conductor cannot be praised highly enough. The staff working with him were also exemplary. We cannot thank all of John Weir enough. 

  • 5 Sharon Warren 6th Jul 2021

    They were extremely knowledgeable, professional, polite, and helpful especially as I did not really know what was expected or what to do. Always available at the end of a phone, and updated via email all of the time. Nothing is too much trouble to ensure the day runs smoothly.

  • 5 Graham Moore 6th Jul 2021

    I can't fault John Weir as a funeral directors at all.

    Their professionalism, compassion and patience is 2nd to none

    A special thank you to Les at Rainham for his support and attentiveness throughout this difficult time for me

    I can't thank you all enough

  • 5 Tony Beaver 4th Jul 2021

    Funerals are tough and emotional events to get through however the staff at John Weir were exceptional. I could not fault their dedication, attention to detail and sympathetic approach. They really do provide a 5 star service! 

  • 5 Alex Napier 1st Jun 2021

    Fantastic service!

  • 5 Paula Wickenden 28th May 2021

    I would like to say a particular thank you to Deana and the gentleman who looked me at Nigel’s funeral. Both were caring, sympathetic and considerate. Thank you so much for making a extremely difficult event much easier. 

  • 5 Stephen Richard Berry 17th May 2021

    Everything was dealt with very smoothly and efficiently. Great attention was paid to little details and this made the funeral a very successful occasion. There were many favourable comments from those who attended. Thanks to Sharon, Shane and Bridget for making our day very special.

  • 5 Robert Perkins 16th May 2021

    This was the second time we have used John Weirs. Sharon and her team were every thing you need at this time of sadness. Very helpful and understanding from start to finish, nothing was to much trouble. Everything up to and on the day went smoothly and I cant thank them enough.

  • 5 Sonya Hinchey-Beer 1st May 2021

    This service is amazing and can reach friends and relatives who are far away more able to leave messages and donations.

  • 5 Carol Boorman 26th Apr 2021

    The compassion, personal but professional approach shown by John Weir and his team, at an extremely difficult time,cannot be overstated. From the first point of contact to the conclusion, following the funeral, support was there for me and my family every step of the way. Our sincerest thanks to an excellent team.

  • 5 Jane Betts 24th Apr 2021

    Very supportive 

  • 5 Carole Pettipher 24th Apr 2021

    Deana supported me throught every step of the way. I didnt ever feel pressured even when i had forgotten things that i needed to do. I cant thank them enough for their support. Briget the celebrant was absolutely amazing too. Supportive and caring throughout the process. I would 100% recomend

  • 5 Raymond Copeland 18th Apr 2021

    Such a supportive and efficient company 

  • 5 Shane Mchugh 5th Apr 2021

    Cannot thank all at John Weir enough, you wouldn’t expect nothing other than excellence for your own family, and my Nan was treated like one of their own!  from start to finish me and my family were looked after so well! There’s not enough thank yous in the world! Thank you from the McHugh’s xx 

  • 5 Sue Nourse 5th Apr 2021

    Staff are outstanding, nothing too much trouble. Kind and understanding totally professional.

  • 5 Amanda James 5th Apr 2021

    Professional, caring and helpful 

Address
130-132 High Street
Rainham
Kent
ME8 8AR

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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

Roger Ian Quarrington 5th Sep 2021

The service and commitment was first class my only comment is we were asked to wait at the main church door when the coffin arrived at the grave yard entrance which meant my mother had to stand for far too long for a woman of her years, but Iam sure this was an oversight and in no way the norm, and I hope a lesson has been learned, perhaps plan your route to the burial plot before the funeral so that the mourners aren't stood around twiderling there thumbs. Nevertheless I would recommend you.

Julie Louise Moriarty 1st Sep 2021

Fantastic service from a great team of people who are sincere, professional, discreet and thoughtful.  I wouldn't hesitate in recommending this company to everyone!

Colin Tait 27th Aug 2021

Excellent service from the moment we contacted them. They suggested ideas that made my wife’s funeral special. We had positive feedback from the many friends and relatives who attended the funeral.

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