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 emphasize the care and support they received throughout the process, describing staff as compassionate, kind, and considerate during what was already an extremely difficult time. Several mention how this attentiveness extended beyond the funeral day itself, with regular check-ins and willingness to accommodate specific requests without hesitation.
On the funeral day itself, families consistently note how smoothly everything ran, with attention to detail and professional organisation ensuring that services went according to plan. Many describe feeling reassured and well-informed at each stage, with the funeral itself reflecting their loved one's life in a personal and dignified way.
Communication stands out as important to families, who appreciate being guided through unfamiliar processes, kept updated on arrangements, and given clear explanations of options and costs. Several describe how staff helped reduce stress by managing the many moving parts involved in organising a funeral.
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Verified Reviews
Verified Reviews
5Steven West17th Feb 2025
Jonathan Terry could not have made things easier or simpler. Delighted with their professionalism and quality of what they did for our family at such a difficult time.
5Julie Neale13th Feb 2025
Thank you to Jonathan and all the team, for all of their care and compassion in organising dad’s funeral. We were treated with upmost respect and professionalism at all times. We cannot thank you enough for understanding, and delivering the lovely, simple send off we wanted. Your services have been gratefully appreciated, and would not hesitate to recommend you all.
5Jemma Smith9th Feb 2025
Everything was perfect. Thank you so much
5Janet Dayton1st Feb 2025
The whole process was handled very sensitively and professionally.
They were always on hand to reassure and handle any issues.
I received an excellent, sensitive service.
5Heather Gilbank31st Jan 2025
Could not have asked for a more supportive, friendly and helpful service. Jonathan and team are all very professional and constantly considering your emotional welfare along with your loved one that has passed. From 1st meeting the team made us feel a priority and really listened to our wishes. The service we recieved was 1st class
5Lynn Doherty28th Jan 2025
Could not have done anymore if they tried so professional
Helpful use them for my dad a year ago would recommend 👌
5Janet Lacey 27th Jan 2025
Everything was arranged exactly as we requested with great respect and sympathy.
5Philip Snarr24th Jan 2025
Excellent service from start to finish. Tom and the team at Johnathan Terry were compassionate and always available to guide.
5Paula Westerman21st Jan 2025
Fantastic service from Jonathan and his team, from start to finish. Attention to detail was superb. They put us all at ease through the whole process and on the actual funeral day. Jonathan gave my dad the send off he deserved
5Paul Bradford21st Jan 2025
The funeral service for my Mum Lorna Bradford was absolutely lovely. Thank you so much to all the staff involved.
5Ian Rampton18th Jan 2025
Jonathan Terry and his team were very supportive and courteous throughout the whole process, Many thanks.
5Christine Matthias 31st Dec 2024
Absolutely brilliant service. Will always recommend.So kind and caring
5Len Lacey27th Dec 2024
Excellent Service from all the staff
Special mention goes to Trisha
Harrison for keeping us on the track.
5Stephen Laight24th Dec 2024
Outstandingly professional and compassionate
5Jenny Gough22nd Dec 2024
We used Jonathan Terry for my Aunties funeral three years ago so my Mum wanted to use them for her funeral too. I am a perfectionist and i can honestly say Jonathan Terry give a faultless, kind and caring service. I highly recommend them for all your funeral needs. I would like to thank all of you for looking after my lovely Auntie and Mum 🕊.
5Philip Goatley 21st Dec 2024
Excellent service from start to finish
5Gary Llewellyn 17th Dec 2024
Caring and professional.
Excellent service.
5Richard McKinlay8th Dec 2024
Kind sympathetic and very helpful throughout. I would recommend this family firm to anybody
5Paula Douglas6th Dec 2024
Everyone there was very professional & helpful to me & my family.
I can’t recommend them highly enough, thank you!
5Stacey Watson2nd Dec 2024
I can’t recommend their services enough. They dealt with my dad’s funeral with the sensitivity and respect he deserved
5Kim bennett2nd Dec 2024
I would not hesitate to recommend Jonathan and his team. The attention to detail, the sensitivity and respect shown was second to none. This could have been a much more difficult time had it not been for Jonathan and his team.
5Tony .2nd Dec 2024
Jonathan and his team delivered an excellent and sensitive service and without being in the least bit obtrusive, managed to take care of important small details which were the finishing touch and things we would never have thought of. In addition, both the celebrant and florist recommended to us by Jonathan's team were first class. Everybody who attended the service in the Crematorium, and those watching online, commented to us that they thought that the whole funeral service was wonderful. I would definitely recommend Jonathan to anybody in need of funeral services.
5Anne Elgar22nd Nov 2024
From the time I phoned Jonathan Terry following the passing of my mum. They were so supportive and professional.
5Tina Neville22nd Nov 2024
Caring and attentive throughout the process.. keeping us up to date with all that was going on... Thankyou so much...
5Andrew Pragnell19th Nov 2024
At this sad time all the staff are very understanding and nothing is to much,very polite.
Thanks Andy
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
Steven West17th Feb 2025
Jonathan Terry could not have made things easier or simpler. Delighted with their professionalism and quality of what they did for our family at such a difficult time.
Julie Neale13th Feb 2025
Thank you to Jonathan and all the team, for all of their care and compassion in organising dad’s funeral. We were treated with upmost respect and professionalism at all times. We cannot thank you enough for understanding, and delivering the lovely, simple send off we wanted. Your services have been gratefully appreciated, and would not hesitate to recommend you all.
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