Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.
What they do
Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
SAIF Member
Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.
What they do
Inspects businesses before granting membership
Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong
About Us
Jonathan Terry Independent Funeral Directors, Peartree Avenue, understand the importance of saying goodbye to your loved ones with dignity, respect, and personalised care. A truly independent funeral directors, privately owned and serving all faiths and backgrounds, they are committed to providing a service that honours the unique lives of everyone they serve.
Established in 1999 by Jonathan Terry, who has been dedicated to the funeral profession since 1985, they have built a solid reputation for delivering personal and excellent service to families throughout Southampton and beyond.
Over the years, Jonathan Terry have continuously reinvested in their business to ensure that they offer the best possible support to their families.
In 2013, they embarked on a journey of redesign and refurbishment of their Peartree Avenue premises, culminating in the completion of the project in 2014.
A significant milestone in their journey came in December 2018 when they acquired 103 Peartree Avenue and launched the White Lily Centre, a bereavement centre offering counselling services to all. The White Lily Centre stands as a symbol of their commitment to supporting families beyond the funeral itself.
In May 2022, their services were further enhanced with the introduction of a new fleet of Mercedes hearses and limousines, ensuring that every aspect of your loved one's final journey is conducted with the utmost care and professionalism.
Behind every successful business is a dedicated team, and at Jonathan Terry Independent Funeral Directors, there is a team of compassionate professionals who truly believe in the importance of their vocation. Their unwavering commitment to supporting families during your time of need is the cornerstone of their reputation for excellence.
An independent business, they take pride in the reputation they have built, the dedication of their team, and the unparalleled service they offer to families throughout Southampton and beyond.
Opened in 1998, their Peartree Avenue funeral home is located at the junction of Gainsford Road and offers a private chapel of rest along with free parking and full disabled access. Their opening times are 9am-5pm Monday to Friday but they are available 24-hours a day by telephone.
Call Jonathan Terry Independent Funeral Directors on Pear Tree Avenue now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.
Many families mention the care and compassion shown by staff throughout the funeral process, describing how the team listened carefully to their wishes and made them feel supported during a difficult time. Several describe the funeral day itself running smoothly and seamlessly, with careful attention to detail and coordination that allowed them to focus on saying goodbye rather than worrying about logistics.
Numerous reviews note the regular communication families received before and after the service, with staff keeping them informed at each stage, checking in on their wellbeing, and being readily available to answer questions and provide reassurance when needed.
This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.
Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Pamela Bell25th Aug 2026
Have used Jonathon Terrys services a few times now. Can honestly say each occasion has been dealt with empathy, compassion and complete professionalism.
Matt and Vicky were amazing.
The welcome from the staff in the parlour is first class.
Thank you so so much.
Definitely the best funeral directors in Southampton
5Jackie Fry22nd Aug 2026
I can’t rate the service I received at a very difficult time highly enough. 10 stars!
5Donna Pinnick22nd Aug 2026
I am extremely happy with the kind and professional way that everyone at Jonathan Terry’s dealt with my mums funeral.
Tom was especially kind and professional and helped make a very sad and emotional day for me and my family a lot easier to get through. Many thanks to you all
5Eleanor Perry20th Aug 2026
He made me feel like I'm not going mad. He made people laugh at the service, which made us not feel guilty about laughing. Top bloke!
5Dawn Ryan18th Aug 2026
Helpful, kind and understanding during a difficult time. They made it easy and took some of the stress away
5Ann Carnell17th Aug 2026
Helpful friendly and empathetic. Matt listened to our wishes and every went smoothly
5Paul Baker16th Aug 2026
Very professional and thorough care provided throughout
5Patricia Gibb11th Aug 2026
Wonderfully thoughtful, respectful and sympathetic throughout the entire process. I cannot praise each and every person I had contact with highly enough.
5Claire Maddox11th Aug 2026
The best service and support at a sad time. Lovely caring people
5Sarah Jennings8th Aug 2026
Wouldn’t use anyone else
5Stephen Newcombe4th Aug 2026
Great service and very professional
5Rita Biffin2nd Aug 2026
Thank you all for all the effort you put in to make John’s service exactly what he had in mind.
Thank you, Tom, for making everything run so smoothly and for looking so smart. You listened to what I said, and made it happen, and it was so much more than I had envisaged.
Thank you, Will, for bringing John’s story to life. He would have loved it, and it made me so proud of him. I am sure everyone there felt that way too.
To sum up, you all did a cracking good job of celebrating John’s life and I am very grateful to you all. Rita Biffin
5Martin Shears1st Aug 2026
Tom and his team has looked after our Mum and Dad this year. We cannot thank all the staff at Johnathan Terrys carrying out our Dads and family wishes at this very sad time. You have been there with support and professionalism all the way from planning to carrying out their funerals.
5Janet Channon27th Jul 2026
Amazing service, would definitely recommend,
5Hazel Roberts27th Jul 2026
Service was excellent as always, staff very helpful
5Hannah Withers23rd Jul 2026
Thank you so much for everything you done for us. We would not of be able to do this on our own.
You were all wonderful and compassionate.
Thank you
5Alex Payne23rd Jul 2026
Thank you so much to Jonathan Terry funeral services, you absolutely did an amazing respectful job regarding my Dad Chris Payne, and I’m very grateful for your care for my father. The funeral service itself was perfect and I cannot thank you all enough. Xx
5Roberta Pyart22nd Jul 2026
Matt and all concerned were very efficient and kind
5Pamela Barber21st Jul 2026
I just want to say how very pleased with how the Funeral went. Very impressed with it all. I highly recommend you. I want to say Thank you so much for everything on the day. It was absolutely perfect The White Hearse the Horses the stretch Limo. Ect. From Mrs Pam Barber.
5Linda Stanley21st Jul 2026
Such caring staff from beginning of organising to funeral
Day and afterwards
They thought of everything for me made it so easier at this difficult time
3Andrew Miller15th Jul 2026
Very professional all the waythrough the set up and the actual funeral marked down because I was not consulted on position of grave stuck under a evergreen tree with no light on the grave just to rub it in its a double grave that's what I've got to look forward to in the future very poor
5Avril Feldman14th Jul 2026
Very professional very happy the way it was all arranged thank you to Diane the celebant and Jonathan Terry.Everything was handled respectfully and in a professional way. thank you.
5Karen Hamerton10th Jul 2026
Other than for the extremely hot day, of which you have no control over, everything was perfect. Thank you
5Shirley Booth7th Jul 2026
I can't thank Johnathan Terry funeral service enough, so helpful and thoughtful, through out.
Matt and Trisha exceptional,a great help ,in every way, from start to finish, thank you so much . Five star service 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
5Debbie O'Neill5th Jul 2026
Very helpful and respectful, very accommodating. Would definitely recommend to anyone.
Members agree to a published Code of Practice and can be held to account through the Association if something goes wrong.
What they do
Inspects member premises to check standards are being met
Runs a complaints and resolution service for bereaved families
Provides funeral training and professional qualifications
SAIF Member
Businesses are checked before they are admitted to SAIF and work to the Society’s Code of Practice.
What they do
Inspects businesses before granting membership
Represents independent and family-owned funeral directors
Offers free, independent arbitration if something goes wrong
Latest Verified Reviews
Pamela Bell25th Aug 2026
Have used Jonathon Terrys services a few times now. Can honestly say each occasion has been dealt with empathy, compassion and complete professionalism.
Matt and Vicky were amazing.
The welcome from the staff in the parlour is first class.
Thank you so so much.
Definitely the best funeral directors in Southampton
Jackie Fry22nd Aug 2026
I can’t rate the service I received at a very difficult time highly enough. 10 stars!
Donna Pinnick22nd Aug 2026
I am extremely happy with the kind and professional way that everyone at Jonathan Terry’s dealt with my mums funeral.
Tom was especially kind and professional and helped make a very sad and emotional day for me and my family a lot easier to get through. Many thanks to you all
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