Guiver Funeral Directors

Guiver Funeral Directors Independent Funeral Directors, Est 1900. Offices in Southend, Eastwood and Rochford Tel. 0800 6525758 (24hrs) F. P. For more information about F.

Guiver and Sons Ltd Independent Funeral Directors, offer a personal approach to funeral arrangements. We listen to your ideas and advise accordingly to meet the needs and budget of your family. We were established in 1900 and have gained a wealth of experience and are well known and trusted in the communities we serve. Our offices are located at 641 Southchurch Road, Southend on Sea, 416 Rayleigh Road, Eastwood, Leigh on Sea and 52 Ashingdon Road, Rochford. We are award-winning funeral planners whose funeral plans give peace of mind and financial security to those that take advantage of planning in advance. Guiver & Sons Ltd and the services we can offer please visit our website at http://www.guiver.co.uk/

F.P. GUIVER & SONS LIMITED is an appointed representative of Golden Charter Limited trading as Golden Charter Funeral Plans which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FRN:965279).

25/12/2025

This Christmas, we’re thinking of all those celebrating, remembering, and holding loved ones close. 💜

From everyone at F.P. Guiver & Sons, we wish you a peaceful and Merry Christmas. 🎄

If you need urgent help outside of our opening hours over the Christmas period, including weekends and bank holidays, pl...
19/12/2025

If you need urgent help outside of our opening hours over the Christmas period, including weekends and bank holidays, please call 0800 652 5758. ☎️

A member of our team will be available to help.

We wish you a peaceful lead-up to Christmas and would like to thank everyone who has entrusted us with the honour of supporting them this year. 🙏

16/12/2025

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this year's Remembering Loved Ones service and helped make it a truly meaningful and heartfelt evening 🙏✨

With mulled wine in hand and mince pies enjoyed together, we shared treasured memories of those we hold close in our hearts. 🍷🕯

Each candle lit was a beautiful reminder of the light our loved ones brought into our lives, a light that continues to guide, comfort, and stay with us always.

12/12/2025

"Those we love and lose are always connected by heartstrings into infinity." - Terri Guillemets

10/12/2025

Music can be one of the most meaningful elements of a funeral, offering comfort, reflection and a personal touch that truly honours a loved one’s life. 💜

Whether you prefer a favourite song, classical piece, or a traditional hymn for a religious service, the guiding question is simple: What music best reflects their personality, values, or memories shared?

If you're choosing hymns, consider classics such as “Abide With Me,” “The Lord’s My Shepherd,” or “Amazing Grace”- all beautiful and familiar options for a faith-based ceremony.

Popular songs for non-religious ceremonies include: ‘My Way’ by Frank Sinatra, “Over the Rainbow” by Eva Cassidy and more recently “Supermarket Flowers” by Ed Sheeran.

Most families choose to have music:
⛪ As guests enter the chapel or venue
🕯 For a reflection or quiet moment during the service
💐During the committal
🎵 As the congregation leaves

If you’re unsure where to begin, our team is here to offer gentle guidance and help you select music that feels fitting and meaningful. 🎶

Through our partnership with MuchLoved, we’re proud to have helped raise over £86,322 for charities and good causes in l...
05/12/2025

Through our partnership with MuchLoved, we’re proud to have helped raise over £86,322 for charities and good causes in loving memory of loved ones. 💜

MuchLoved is a charitable trust and online tribute platform that allows families to create personalised pages to honour those they've lost. Sharing stories, photos, videos and music, as well as funeral details and charity donation links.

It's a small comfort in grief, that can create lasting impact for others.

National Grief Awareness Week has begun. 🫂Initiated by The Good Grief Trust - a charity that exists to help those affect...
02/12/2025

National Grief Awareness Week has begun. 🫂

Initiated by The Good Grief Trust - a charity that exists to help those affected by grief in the UK - National Grief Awareness Week is an annual campaign that aims to raise awareness of grief and normalise conversations about it.

As Funeral Directors, we witness first-hand the pain that comes with losing a loved one and we are honoured to be able to support those who experience it - to help them move forward in their own time.

Grief is a very common but personal emotion that can manifest in many different ways. It’s campaigns like this that help those who are grieving to be better informed so they understand their emotions without judgement, to find ways of coping and to learn how to help others. 💜

If you’re struggling with grief, please take some time to look through the Good Grief Trust website, it’s filled with helpful information. We also regularly share posts about coping with grief and we host a weekly Bereavement Support Class on Tuesdays at our Rochford Branch. 🤝

If you’d like to attend, please contact Dawn Silk by - email dawn@guiver.co.uk or by phone - 01702 419333. ☎️

Grief is a complex emotion but with the right support, you can learn to experience it more positively.

For many, the festive season brings joy and celebration, but for those grieving, it can be a difficult time. If you find...
26/11/2025

For many, the festive season brings joy and celebration, but for those grieving, it can be a difficult time. If you find it tough, please know you’re not alone, and it’s okay to move at your own pace.

Here are a few gentle ways to support yourself:

🌟 Create space for remembrance - Lighting a candle, sharing favourite memories, or setting aside a quiet moment can help keep your loved one close in a comforting way.
🌟 Set boundaries - It’s perfectly okay to decline invitations or adjust traditions if they feel too hard this year.
🌟 Lean on others - Reach out to trusted friends, family, or support groups. You don’t have to navigate this season alone.
🌟 Be gentle with yourself - Grief has no timeline. Allow yourself rest, kindness, and patience.

If you need additional support or guidance, join our Bereavement Support Group. This relaxed, welcoming space offers the opportunity to talk, listen, and find comfort among others who understand. 💜

These sessions are open to everyone - you don’t need to have used our services before.

If you’d like to attend our next session, please contact Dawn Silk:
📧 dawn@guiver.co.uk | ☎️ 01702 419333

We have a limited amount of places remaining for our candle service on Tuesday 2nd December, Wednesday 10th December is ...
24/11/2025

We have a limited amount of places remaining for our candle service on Tuesday 2nd December,
Wednesday 10th December is fully booked .
If you would like to join us on the 2nd and you’ve not let us know yet, please email dawn@guiver.co.uk to avoid disappointment.
We look forward to seeing all those booked in already at the services 🕯️😊

21/11/2025

“We just want to thank you and your gentlemen for the wonderful way in which you conducted Mum's funeral. We were blessed with glorious weather and a beautiful drive along the seafront, which she would have really appreciated.

The church service was perfect, as was the committal. The music was exactly right and the timing of the photographic tribute, with Mum's beloved Jim Reeves song, 'Distant Drums', was superb. We were desperate to give Mum the best we could and we felt we did, with your help. Thank you.”

We are honoured to have helped this family celebrate their loved one’s life with dignity, care, and attention. 🕊

At F.P. Guiver & Sons, our focus is always on supporting families through their most difficult moments, ensuring every farewell is personal and meaningful. 💜

Grief looks different for everyone, especially children. While adults often express loss through words, children may sho...
19/11/2025

Grief looks different for everyone, especially children. While adults often express loss through words, children may show it through behaviour, questions, or quietness.

If your child is coping with the loss of a loved one, here are some gentle ways to help:

👂 Listen and answer honestly - use clear, simple language and avoid confusing euphemisms.
📚 Encourage expression - drawing, writing, or talking can help them process their feelings.
🕯 Keep routines - familiar structure helps children feel safe and secure.
💬 Share memories - talking about the person who died helps them understand it’s okay to remember.

Every child’s grief journey is unique. Patience, honesty, and reassurance make all the difference. 💜

Yes, purchasing a funeral plan for someone else is possible and can provide peace of mind for everyone involved. 💜We of...
13/11/2025

Yes, purchasing a funeral plan for someone else is possible and can provide peace of mind for everyone involved. 💜

We offer plans through Golden Charter Funeral Plans and they recommend these 5 things if you’re considering buying one for someone else:

✅ Ask about funeral preferences - It might not be an easy thing to do but it’s important to find out whether your loved one prefers burial or cremation and what kind of service they’d like.

✅ Know what’s included - Funeral plans don’t all offer the same cover so check what is and isn’t included before you buy.

✅ Financial protection - Financial security is essential when buying a funeral plan for someone else, so make sure you’re aware of what protections are available to you and have a plan if your provider stops trading.

✅ Flexibility matters - Check if your plan allows for future changes and how to make them, e.g., if your loved one moves or circumstances change.

✅ Keep the paperwork safe - Store all plan details and documents in a secure place and inform a trusted person.

Making this thoughtful choice can ease the burden on loved ones and ensure wishes are met with care and respect.

For more information on choosing a Golden Charter funeral plan through us, call our team on 0800 652 5758. ☎

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641 Southchurch Road
Southend-on-Sea
SS12PN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 11:30am

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