John Weir Funeral Directors Rainham

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

Latest Verified Reviews

Deborah Jane Turnbull 6th Aug 2024

Very understanding and professional but personal service, I would not use anyone else, highly recommended.

Russell Johnson 5th Aug 2024

Anna, at the Rainham branch, was incredibly professional and guided me through the whole process. This is a difficult time for anyone using such a service, and her empathy and understanding made it less painful. There is an awful lot to arrange and it was made easier by Anna. The people with the cortège on the day, were exemplary, and I can only praise everyone involved for their kindness and dedication in making the day go smoothly however difficult it was for me.

Karen Owen 5th Aug 2024

This was the second time that we have used John Weir for our close family funerals.  They are very professional from the office staff to the gentleman who takes your loved one on their last journey.  The professionalism comes with care and respect for your loved one as well as the family.  I would not hesitate to use them again. 

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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

Richard Stuart   Scott

Richard Stuart Scott

Feb 1953 - Oct 2024

Leslie   'Les' Graham Church

Leslie 'Les' Graham Church

Apr 1957 - Oct 2024

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Deborah Jane Turnbull 6th Aug 2024

    Very understanding and professional but personal service, I would not use anyone else, highly recommended.

  • 5 Russell Johnson 5th Aug 2024

    Anna, at the Rainham branch, was incredibly professional and guided me through the whole process. This is a difficult time for anyone using such a service, and her empathy and understanding made it less painful. There is an awful lot to arrange and it was made easier by Anna. The people with the cortège on the day, were exemplary, and I can only praise everyone involved for their kindness and dedication in making the day go smoothly however difficult it was for me.

  • 5 Karen Owen 5th Aug 2024

    This was the second time that we have used John Weir for our close family funerals. 
    They are very professional from the office staff to the gentleman who takes your loved one on their last journey. 
    The professionalism comes with care and respect for your loved one as well as the family. 
    I would not hesitate to use them again. 

  • 5 Michael Burden 31st Jul 2024

    excellent service, very helpful staff, everything went well on the day of the funeral

  • 5 John Hogwood 29th Jul 2024

    You were all so very kind, caring and professional.

    Julia and Simon were exceptional. We would recommend you every time.

    Thank you so much from, John, Margaret, Keith, Jane, Jim and Jo

    xXx xXx

  • 5 Brett Potter 23rd Jul 2024

    Excellent service from start to finish.

  • 5 Johanna Crowhurst 23rd Jul 2024

    Absolutely amazing throughout the whole process. Very professional, compassionate and understanding.

  • 5 David Yard 22nd Jul 2024

    We found John Funeral Directors to be 1st Class
    Nothing was too much trouble and they went the extra mile to make sure that a very sad accession went as smoothly as possible
    Their attention to detail was impeccable and we were contacted regularly to keep us up to date with the progress
    The booklet provided by John Funeral Directors offered a comprehensive list of relevant companies and associations that were needed and was very handy

  • 5 Jennifer Drake 22nd Jul 2024

    Very professional, they took away all the pressure. Such nice staff. Thankyou

  • 5 Julie Jane Short 22nd Jul 2024

    I can’t thank Sharon enough for her kindness & support before and after my dad’s funeral.
    The funeral was exactly what my dad wanted and all the staff at John Weir’s were helpful, kind and respectful. I would definitely recommend them ❤️

  • 5 Nigel John Solsby 21st Jul 2024

    Outstanding service from the whole team. We had major traffic issues with an accident on the M2 closing 3 out of 4 lanes but alternate routes and constant communication, along with a calming “we’ve got this covered and everything will be ok” attitude really helped. And we made it virtually on time.  Would not hesitate to recommend 

  • 5 Louise Hine 17th Jul 2024

    thank you so much for everything x

  • 5 Alison Cooke 16th Jul 2024

    Just to say a massive thank you for all your help and support to arrange my late husband's funeral.

    Thanks Ali, Charlene. X

  • 5 Janet Munday 16th Jul 2024

    The staff at John Weirs were consummately professional, compassionate, kind and patient. We were made to feel that we were the only family that they were helping. On the day of the funeral, nothing was too much trouble for the 'team', we felt supported and cared for. Everything was done with dignity and respect. I cannot recommend them highly enough.

  • 5 Louise Moyle 15th Jul 2024

    Excellent service and very professional, Everyone went above and beyond to make me feel at ease and get the service my dear Mum wanted.
    A big thank you to Kelly Hayes for looking after me.

  • 5 Enid Endersby 8th Jul 2024

    All staff very kind and compassionate in every aspect.

  • 5 Nora Linehan 8th Jul 2024

    Well what can I say all the gentlemen from john weir were brilliant all very respectful Simon himself was outstanding what an inspiration to yourselves and Anna was amazing assisting us all through this difficult time many thanks from the sheehan family xx

  • 5 Rosalind Bradley 6th Jul 2024

    My family and I were pleased with the great lengths all the staff went to in arranging the funeral of my late mother. Arranging the correct pieces of music was not easy but they achieved it and dealt with the arrangements in a professional manner.

  • 5 Julia Ann Stewartson 1st Jul 2024

    From the start of meeting with staff to the end of the funeral, we were treated with such care. We were kept informed all the time of what was needed. Cannot recommend them highly enough.

  • 4 Marie-Therese Morris 28th Jun 2024

    Julia at John Weir was very helpful, patient and very sympathetic. I was particularly grateful for the celebrant she chose for me.

  • 4 Joanne Harrell 21st Jun 2024

    Thankyou ANNA at John Weir, she worked hard to meet all my needs and exceeded my expectations with the Beautiful Horses, Carriage  and service. I was kept fully informed throughout. I found this service Excellent and Stress free. Have used you before and will use you again.

  • 5 Anita Bushell 17th Jun 2024

    Every member of staff were so compassionate, patient and professional from the day they collected our dad from home until we said our goodbye. We were reassured all the way along they were only a call away if we needed them. Would definite recommend to anyone requiring this service. Thank you to all team you were stars xx

  • 5 Amanda Britton 17th Jun 2024

    The funeral that Sharon , Katherine and John Weir arranged for my husband was nothing but perfect. I couldn’t have managed without their wonderful caring support. Thank you from the bottom of our broken hearts. 

  • 5 Maureen Hoskins 10th Jun 2024

    Everything was perfect .thanks to Anna Annie and drivers in fact the whole team .they guided me through everything with patience and understanding. We have always used their service and been happy with it .ty

  • 5 Hills Nicola 8th Jun 2024

    From start to finish we have received wonderful service from Marie-Claire. She has been very kind and understanding.
    The conductor (forgotten his name) was also very attentive.
    Thank you for making such a difficult time more bearable.
    We will certainly recommend to others.

Address
130-132 High Street
Rainham
Kent
ME8 8AR

Open map

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

Deborah Jane Turnbull 6th Aug 2024

Very understanding and professional but personal service, I would not use anyone else, highly recommended.

Russell Johnson 5th Aug 2024

Anna, at the Rainham branch, was incredibly professional and guided me through the whole process. This is a difficult time for anyone using such a service, and her empathy and understanding made it less painful. There is an awful lot to arrange and it was made easier by Anna. The people with the cortège on the day, were exemplary, and I can only praise everyone involved for their kindness and dedication in making the day go smoothly however difficult it was for me.

Karen Owen 5th Aug 2024

This was the second time that we have used John Weir for our close family funerals.  They are very professional from the office staff to the gentleman who takes your loved one on their last journey.  The professionalism comes with care and respect for your loved one as well as the family.  I would not hesitate to use them again. 

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