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
5John Rosebank25th Oct 2025
Thank you so much to Matt everyone at Terry's for making my mother's funeral go so beautifully. Everything was perfect - down to the rose on the side of the coffin, an unexpected and lovely touch since Rose was her middle name. A minimum of fuss and a maximum of quiet grace made everything flow exactly as anyone could have wished. And all without a hint of gloomy solemnity. Thank you also to Matt for keeping me quietly in the loop all the way through the two days - making the operation so smooth I don't suppose anyone else noticed. I really could not recommend more highly.
5Jennifer Howell23rd Oct 2025
At a sad and difficult time it has been a huge help to have Jonathan and his Team helping to lead me through the details of arranging the funeral, and being a gentle support throughout, and especially on the day. I have experienced Jonathan's kindness and professionalism in previous bereavements, and am so very grateful for his help then and now.
5Jane Nand22nd Oct 2025
From start to finish , the service we received as a family was fabulous, cannot fault any aspect of the care and attention throughout.
Thank you so much for everything .
Jane and the Youren family .
5Nicola Hunns21st Oct 2025
Matthew has been very kind and supportive helping us to arrange mum funeral. All went very well on the day and feedback from those viewing on line was the service was lovely. Thank you for all your help at this difficult time.
5June Cain20th Oct 2025
At such a difficult and sad time they made us feel so supported that we could relax knowing everything was being taken care of.
5Hannah Vance19th Oct 2025
Absolutely incredible. Patience kind understanding efficient. Great communication. Made a painful time dignified bearable and as easy as possible. Thank you.
5Peter Page13th Oct 2025
Jonathan and his team were so helpful, we couldn’t of asked for a better send off for our dad.
5Andrew Dron7th Oct 2025
From the moment I first contacted Jonathan Terry I was treated with compassion, dignity and experienced a professional service that could not be bettered.
I had not arranged a funeral before and I was led, expertly and compassionately through the various options to arrive at the funeral that was most fitting for my sister and with respect to all aspects of timescale, budget and suitability.
The recommendations made for the celebrant, flowers and venue were perfect - the ceremony itself and the arrival of the casket were conducted with a dignity that would have graced the highest office - I can absolutely, without reservation recommend Jonathan Terry - a difficult and stressful time was handled in a way it is hard to imagine could be improved upon - Thank you
5Judy Barham6th Oct 2025
I was thinking that arranging a funeral would be a very daunting process, but I need not have worried. Right from the start, Vicky treated me as an individual, listening carefully to my requests and helping me realize my vision for a simple, personal service.
As we were bringing grandchildren to the Crematorium, who had not experienced a funeral before, it was very important that they did not take away with a bad memory of the Service and we also kept the numbers attending, to a lower level, which helped make the overall atmosphere more personal.
On the day of the funeral, Vicky was very calm and re-assuring throughout, which helped to dispel any anxieties that I may have had.
Trisha was very helpful with the design of the Service Leaflet and she was patient while I made several changes to photos, layout etc - nothing was too much trouble for her. The result, was a very personal, unique memento of a sad but meaningful occasion.
I would definitely not hesitate to recommend Jonathan Terry to anyone needing the services of a Funeral Director.
5Jill Simpson4th Oct 2025
Really can’t fault the service I received, it was all made so easy and everything was done with the utmost courtesy and respect.
5Pamela Edrich30th Sep 2025
Every thing was so relaxed and calm from start to finish they were perfect very professional could not of done anything more Thank you Johnathan Terry you made it totally tress free
5Kerryanne Wareham29th Sep 2025
On behalf of my family who dealt with all aspects of my mums funeral (Susan Wareham). We would like to thank you for taking care of everything so we didn’t have to. Lovely and accommodating staff.
Thank you x
5Keir Hack23rd Sep 2025
I couldn't ask for a better experience or service. They not only helped myself with my partner, they also helped my brother and his wife 2 weeks prior! The kind and caring nature of Jonathan terry is next to none! i would recommend them to anyone wanting a funeral service!
5Ian Cross19th Sep 2025
Jonathan Terry Funeral Directors showed us such compassion, dignity, and professionalism during a very difficult time. Their team guided us with patience and kindness, making sure every detail was handled beautifully. We are truly grateful for the care and respect they gave our loved one. Thank you
5Edmund Grainger16th Sep 2025
Helpful and reassuring with guidance through all the stages especially as I was organizing and leading funeral myself. Clear guidance given on a simple low cost funeral to make sure everything I intended was place.
5Sally-Ann Rendell13th Sep 2025
I have to say a huge thank you to the team at Jonathan Terry’s.Professional, friendly and supportive to my family and myself at all times. They wore Pink Ties in respect of my Mum. It made a very sad day, a little brighter. Thank you once again.
5Shane Jennings12th Sep 2025
Dealt with my son's funeral
Tom and rest of the people did a fantastic job so polite and made every step clear and easy.
5Barbara Colverson 9th Sep 2025
My sister and I were very impressed with the efficiency and compassion shown by Jonathan Terry during the dealing with our mums funeral right from the beginning to the end. We couldn't have asked for anything better.
5Lesley Hillier7th Sep 2025
Thank you for looking after Mum in a caring and professional manner. You made a difficult situation for us bearable and included us at every part of the process. Thank you so much.
Regards Lesley
5Beverley Rendle6th Sep 2025
From the moment that I asked Jonathan Terry to conduct a funeral he & his team were amazing. They provided guidance & support throughout the process.
The service was held somewhere that was not one of their regular chapels but you wouldn’t know. They were still able to ensure the whole thing went smoothly & guide us as we needed.
I would certainly use them again & would fully recommend their services.
Thank you all.
5Phoebe Holloway2nd Sep 2025
Fantastic funeral directors who put so much thought into a lovely service for our client.
5Angie Lowe1st Sep 2025
Thomas dealt with all I needed and was absolutely amazing. Everyone working for Jonathan Terry have been so supportive and helpful in every way. Thank you
5Mr Leslie31st Aug 2025
Total care for my now deceased partner Leslie and myself. With their gentle guidance and support I cannot speak highly enough from our experience. This firm is truly above and beyond any other FD. "Simply the best"
5Steven Birch30th Aug 2025
Fantastic service from everyone within the company, Lucy would have loved the service, and they all brought their own touch, to match the bright day, cannot recommend enough
5Keith Brown28th Aug 2025
Our daughter passed away in tragic circumstances on 7th July 2025. She took her own life.
We live 120 miles away from Southampton so had no local knowledge as to which funeral director to instruct to manage the funeral. Jonathan Terry was recommended by three different people and we are very pleased that we followed their recommendation.
From the moment that Claire was taken into the care of Jonathan Terry we felt reassured that she would be handled with love and care. Thomas was our contact person at Jonathan Terry and he led the funeral on the day at Wessex Vale. He always showed dignity and respect for Claire and for us as her family so a big "Thank You" to him.
The celebration of Claire's life went as well as it could, taking into account the circumstances of her death, and in no small part was this down to Thomas and his colleagues at Jonathan Terry.
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
John Rosebank25th Oct 2025
Thank you so much to Matt everyone at Terry's for making my mother's funeral go so beautifully. Everything was perfect - down to the rose on the side of the coffin, an unexpected and lovely touch since Rose was her middle name. A minimum of fuss and a maximum of quiet grace made everything flow exactly as anyone could have wished. And all without a hint of gloomy solemnity. Thank you also to Matt for keeping me quietly in the loop all the way through the two days - making the operation so smooth I don't suppose anyone else noticed. I really could not recommend more highly.
Jennifer Howell23rd Oct 2025
At a sad and difficult time it has been a huge help to have Jonathan and his Team helping to lead me through the details of arranging the funeral, and being a gentle support throughout, and especially on the day. I have experienced Jonathan's kindness and professionalism in previous bereavements, and am so very grateful for his help then and now.
Jane Nand22nd Oct 2025
From start to finish , the service we received as a family was fabulous, cannot fault any aspect of the care and attention throughout.
Thank you so much for everything .
Jane and the Youren family .
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