S. Stibbards & Sons
Main home: S. Stibbards & Sons, Hadleigh
1640 reviews
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5 Anna Robson 3rd Mar 2025
We lost my 11yr old son. We dealt with Martin and Lee, both were so kind and professional. It’s a horrendous time and they made all the logistics easier and really helped us give our son the day he deserved.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Anna, Thank you for your kind sentiments. We are glad to hear that Martin and Lee were able to provide the kindness and professionalism you needed during such a difficult time. Its touching to know they helped ensure your son had a day that honored his memory. -
5 Vivien Howell 14th Feb 2025
The family were given friendly support and guidance every step of the way. Everything went smoothly on the day. Highly recommend them.
Lee Marston replied
Dear Vivien,thank you so much for your kind words. We're pleased to hear that you felt supported and guided throughout the entire process. It’s always our goal to ensure everything runs smoothly, especially on such an important day. Your recommendation means a great deal to us. -
5 Martin Townley 17th Feb 2025
From the first meeting I was made welcome and shown genuine sympathy regarding losing my beloved Dad. Everything was professionally and clearly explained to me and I was given advice on how to proceed at this difficult time.
With regards to the funeral everything was absolutely as I had devised it and the arrangements were impeccable,I realise that I could not have received any better service and I would recommend Stibbards to anyone who has a bereavement.
Thanks to Janice for being so understanding and for your patience with arranging Dads funeral and also thank you Nikki for the beautiful service,you both did Dad and me proud.Lee Marston replied
Dear Martin, thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We are truly touched by your feedback. It means a great deal to us to know that we were able to support you during such a difficult time. Janice, Nikki, and the entire team are grateful for the opportunity to assist with your Dad's funeral arrangements, and we’re glad that everything went as you had hoped. Your recommendation means the world to us, and we are honored to have been able to provide you with the care and support you needed. -
5 Debbie Jones 4th Mar 2025
From making the first step to booking and arranging the funeral and the step by step journey leading to the day was so smooth running. The care, support and friendliness offered made a very sad time a lovely experience.
The funeral day was so perfect and I will remember the day with so much love for the rest of my life. That is all thanks to Stibbards.
Thank you so much for everything you have done to make the day so special.
Thank you
Debs xxScott Bartlett replied
Dear Debbie, Thank you for taking the time to share such kind sentiments. We are so pleased that you have been supported through such a difficult time with such care and attention. It's heartwarming to know that even during such a sad time, We were able to create a day filled with love and beautiful memories for you to cherish forever. I hope all went well on your return to Rayleigh lodge and a toast was raised to a very special lady. -
5 Tracy Wren 2nd Mar 2025
A big thank you to all at Stibbards for a very attentive and caring experience. Our mum was treated with great respect which was so important to us at this very sad time. Our wishes were carried out without fault.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Tracy, Thank you so much for your kind words. It truly means the world to us to know that we could provide the care and respect your family needed during such a difficult time. Knowing that your wishes were carried out without fault is exactly what we strive for, and your heartfelt feedback encourages us to continue doing our very best. -
5 Ben Dudmish 1st Mar 2025
Care , consideration and kindness throughout. The service was constructed and carried out beautifully.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Ben, Thank you so much for your thoughtful words. It truly means a lot to hear that the care, consideration, and kindness we strive for came through in the service, And brought some comfort during this difficult time. -
5 Dominic Snell 28th Feb 2025
Janice and all the attendants on the day did an excellent job and we were very pleased the funeral did our loved one justice. It was an excellent send off. Many thanks.
Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Dominic, On behalf of Myself and Janice, it is a pleasure to know that we have been able to support you and your family in giving John the send off that he deserved. Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you, your kind words are very much appreciated. I hope that all went well back at Saxon Hall. -
5 Alison Watson 1st Mar 2025
Debbie was absolutely wonderful ,very helpful and caring.
Staff that did funeral were also very good.
Also john was excellent did lovely service for my mum.
Thank you so much.
Lee Marston replied
Dear Alison, thank you so much for your kind words. We’re truly grateful that you took the time to share your experience. It’s wonderful to hear that Debbie, John, and the team were able to support you with care and compassion during such a difficult time. -
5 Sharon Wilde 27th Feb 2025
Wonderful supportive staff.
Lee Marston replied
Dear Sharon,
thank you for your kind words. We are pleased to hear you felt supported by our team. -
5 Sharon Scott 21st Feb 2025
Kate was excellent. Helpful, respectful and understanding during a difficult time
Thank you 🤗Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Sharon, we are so pleased to have been able to help you and the family through such a difficult time. Thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you, it is much appreciated. I am sure that Kate will be pleased with your kind comments and I hope that everything went smoothly for you back at the Len Salmon stadium, thank you again. -
5 Shaun Curtin 20th Feb 2025
Apologies for the late review.
We asked Stibbards to deal with my late mum’s funeral on the 31st December 2024. We dealt mainly with Wendy, who was very professional, empathetic and knowledgeable. She guided us through the process and what you have to do and she was a huge help to us. It must be difficult dealing with people and families on one of the worst days of your life.
On the day of the funeral, I remember dealing with Simon, who again, was very professional and respectful.
Stibbards were excellent all round, not one complaint from us, plus the new premises close to Rayleigh Weir are also superb.
Thank you everyone at Stibbards.
Shaun & KateSimon Lawrence replied
Dear Shaun, thank you for your very generous comments which mean so much to all of us at Stibbards. As a family company we cherish the relationships that we build with our families and your kind comments will be shared with Wendy and the team. I hope everything went well for you and your family back at the White Hart. -
5 Nick Sant 19th Feb 2025
Janice was excellent. She helped us through each step and always made herself available to answer our questions and work through the details. We were extremely grateful for her guidance and support throughout.
Our Celebrant was also very good. He readily accommodated our wishes and his own words in the service provided a great reflection of who dad was.
Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Nick, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, I am sure that Janice and David Wilson would be very grateful for your kind words towards them, I hope that everything went well for you and your family back at Garons Park, thank you again. -
5 Janet Stephens 18th Feb 2025
What can I say but thank you so much for supporting me, guiding me through the process with the utmost care and compassion each and every one of you. Nothing was ever too much trouble, compassion and patience was second too none. Thank you.
Stuart Fryer replied
Dear Janet , Kate and I thank you for your kind words, it was our honour to look after you all. Your model plane floral tribute was such a personal tribute and I understand captured his passion completely, I could see how many smiles and happy memories it evoked. -
5 Wendy Bearman 16th Feb 2025
Alison was incredibly helpful and compassionate throughout the entire process. She explained everything clearly, making it much easier to organize everything during a difficult time. The visit to the chapel of rest was calm and peaceful, providing a comforting space to say our goodbyes. Highly professional and caring service—would highly recommend.”
Many Thanks, keep up the good work.Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Wendy, thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us, it was our privilege to be able to look after you and your family and I am so pleased that all was as you wished. I am sure that Alison would also be very grateful for your kind words to her, thank you again. -
5 Sarah Horne 14th Feb 2025
Stibbards have been fantastic the whole way through the process with mum. Very professional caring and respectful
Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Sarah, thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, we are so pleased to have been able to care for you all at such a difficult time.
The South chapel was standing room only, a testament to Mum who was clearly a much loved character. -
5 Jane Rees 16th Feb 2025
Professional caring service from start to finish highly recommend
Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Jane, thank you for taking the time to comment on our service to you and your kind recommendation, your words are gratefully received. -
5 Karen Hood 17th Feb 2025
I can’t thank you enough for making a very hard day easier.
Your kindness and support throughout the whole funeral process was professional but very personal.Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Karen, Thank you for taking the time to share such kind words. from Diane guiding you through the arrangements, to myself looking after you on the day. We are so pleased you have felt supported during this very difficult time. I hope all went well on your return to the gun, and I must say that the collage of photos of Mum on display was beautiful. -
5 Lorna Wotoon 16th Feb 2025
Can not thank them enough for everything
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Lorna, We are truly honored to have been able to support you during this time. Knowing that our efforts made a positive difference is incredibly rewarding. Thank you for your heartfelt appreciation and I hope all went well on your return to the Royal British Legion. -
5 Debbie Blakeley 15th Feb 2025
We were very impressed with the not just professional service Stibbards gave but also the personal and supportive care we were offered throughout the whole proceedings. Diane in the office, plus Scott and his team conducted themselves efficiently and with dedication.
We thank them all so much for helping us deal with my Mother’s passing and as we laid her to rest.
Debbie BlakeleyScott Bartlett replied
Dear Debbie, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We're deeply moved by your kind words and are so glad to hear that our team's professionalism and personal care have comforted you and your family during this difficult time.
Diane and myself are dedicated to providing supportive and compassionate service, and it means a lot to us that you felt well taken care of. We will certainly pass on your heartfelt thanks to everyone involved.
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5 Kate Quigley 12th Feb 2025
Wendy who dealt with the funeral was absolutely fabulous I knew my husband was well looked after and safe. Nothing was too much trouble for Wendy, she kept us well informed and up to date about everything
Thank you to the team on the day, you guys were excellent . also a mention about Emma, the celebrant she too did a lovely eulogy for him.
Stibbards are funeral directors I would highly recommendScott Bartlett replied
Dear Kate, We are deeply touched by your words. Wendy and the entire team will be so pleased to know that their efforts made a difference during this difficult time. Your satisfaction and comfort were our priorities, and it's heartening to hear that you felt your husband was well looked after.
We will also pass on your kind words to Emma, who will be glad to know her eulogy was meaningful to you. Your recommendation means a lot to us. -
5 Lisa Bacon 12th Feb 2025
Debbie, Martin and the whole team at Stibbards
I just wanted to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for everything. My family also said how wonderful you all are and that it was one of the best celebrations of life they have been to.
You have helped me to ensure that both parents had a perfect send off. I will forever be greatful
You are all such amazing earth angels and have now helped me to lay both my darling parents to rest.
Your professionalism, compassion and kindness is off the scale and as always I will continue to encourage anyone if they want a top class service to come to you.
Nothing was too much, every detail was to perfection.
Debbie you are truly amazing and held my hand every step of the way,as I told you 6 years ago when dad was laid to rest there are not many people like you.. you have all been chosen to do this, so be proud!
Top man Martin and his team, your generations of families will be so proud of how you continue to run the family business to top class levels
Meant the world Martin that you lead the day,thankyou.. mum loved how you took care of her at dad's funeral and would have been smiling down that you took such care of me
God bless you all and thank you again
Would highly recommend Stibbards to anyone sadly laying a loved one to rest
Lisa Bacon
Leigh on sea
Martin Stibbards replied
Dear Lisa, thank you so much for your beautiful, kind and heartfelt words. It is the greatest honor as the 5th generation of the family to continue my families commitment to care for those experiencing bereavement in our local community and beyond. It is only the trust placed in us by our community that allows us to come into their lives at such difficult times and we truly value this continued relationship. -
5 Daphne Green 11th Feb 2025
Many thanks to all at Stibbards & Sons for the wonderful funeral for my husband David on the 31st of January 2025. Special thanks to Diane and Scott who made a special contribution in such a sensitive and upsetting time for all the family.
Diane you were so kind and caring throughout the process that initially had been so traumatic for all the family. Your intervention had made a difference to us all coping throughout such a very sad and difficult time thank you so very much.
As David’s wife I cannot thank Scott enough for his wonderful care on the day as he looked after me so very very well. All my family were impressed with Scott’s caring and professionalism from the start until the end of the whole process on the actual day of David’s funeral. Moreover, we were all comforted by his lovely kind and caring way he dealt with our family both individually and as a group. We could not have asked for a better person than Scott to be with us looking after us on what had been the saddest day of our lives. We all now can look back on the sad day feeling comforted by the professionals involved throughout the whole process of saying goodbye to a lovely caring husband Father and Grandfather. Thank you all.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Daphne,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to express your appreciation. We are deeply moved by your gratitude during such a sensitive and upsetting time for your family.
Diane was honoured to be able to support you and your family throughout the funeral arrangements for your beloved husband, David. It was my privilege to help you and your family navigate through such a difficult day. We strive to provide the utmost care and respect to each family we serve, and it means a lot to us to know that we were able to make a difference during this sad time.
I hope all went well on your return to the Holiday Inn and a toast was raised to a much-loved husband, father, and grandfather.
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5 Pauline Evans 11th Feb 2025
I cannot fault the service I received from the staff at the Shoeburyness branch in any way. From my first meeting with them until the day of my husband’s funeral they showed me nothing but kindness and consideration. They were efficient and discreet in everything they did. I would not hesitate to recommend them
Simon Lawrence replied
Dear Pauline, Thank you so much for your kind words. I am glad to hear that our team provided the support and care you needed during such a difficult time. The Gun Carriage looked amazing on the day and was a fitting tribute for Geoff's final journey. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we will continue to strive for excellence in serving our community. Thank you again. -
5 Mike Wenden 11th Feb 2025
The whole Stibbards team from my first, very emotional, contact through all the planning and preparation phase, visiting Dad in the chapel to say goodbye to the day of the funeral itself was handled with complete respect, consideration, calmness and professionalism. Thank you to the entire Stibbards team from the whole family for helping give 'Dad' the best of send off's.
Scott Bartlett replied
Dear Mike,
Thank you for taking the time to share such heartfelt words. From our initial contact to the funeral arrangements with Diane and myself looking after you and your family on the day, I am so pleased that you felt cared for and our services helped you through such a difficult time. Although the elements tried their best to intervene on the day, we definitely honored Dad with the best of send-offs. I hope all went well on your return to the legion with friends and family. -
5 Joan Kerry 10th Feb 2025
Courteous and friendly throughout the preparations and the funeral was flawless. We would recommend Stibbards to anyone in need of Funeral Directors
Martin Stibbards replied
Dear Joan, thank you for taking the time to let us know how pleased you were with the service provided to you and your family. I hope all went well back at The Castle and you managed to raise a toast to a dearly loved and much missed, Husband, Father and Grandfather.