Jonathan Terry Independent Funeral Directors, Peartree Avenue

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Independent funeral directors in Peartree Avenue, Southampton serving bereaved families with bespoke funeral arrangements.

Latest Verified Reviews

Tracy Ledwich 29th Apr 2025

Losing a loved one can be a very sad and stressful time but the whole team at Jonathan Terry helped myself and my sister go through this when we sadly lost our mum. They were all very professional, respectful and compassionate throughout the whole time. We thank them all for their advice and guidance.

Debra Wight 27th Apr 2025

Fantastic 

Robert Stairmand 22nd Apr 2025

The whole family were pleased with the professional friendly service provided by Jonathan Terry & would recommend them. 

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Funeral arrangements

  • Home visit
  • 24 hour telephone support
  • On-site parking
  • Chapel of rest
  • Hearse
  • Limousine
  • Horse-drawn hearse
  • Bespoke vehicle
  • Coffin
  • Personalised coffin
  • Casket
  • Headstone / Plaque
  • Urn
  • Memorial jewellery
  • Floral tributes
  • Charitable donations
  • Newspaper announcement
  • Online obituary
  • Memorial book
  • Order of service sheets
  • Music
  • Video tribute
  • Funeral webcasting
  • Catering
  • Dove release
  • Balloon release
  • Fireworks

Types of funeral

  • Traditional burial
  • Simple funeral
  • Traditional cremation
  • Green funeral
  • Direct cremation
  • Burial at sea
  • Non-religious funeral
  • Anglican funeral
  • Roman Catholic funeral
  • Muslim funeral
  • Jewish funeral
  • Sikh funeral
  • Hindu funeral
  • Buddhist funeral
  • Children’s funeral

Financial arrangements

  • Financial advice
  • Wills & probate
  • Pre-paid funeral plan

Additional services

  • Repatriation
  • Bereavement counselling
  • List of mourners

Location

101 Peartree Avenue
Bitterne
Southampton
Hampshire
SO19 7JJ

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    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.

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Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Tracy Ledwich 29th Apr 2025

    Losing a loved one can be a very sad and stressful time but the whole team at Jonathan Terry helped myself and my sister go through this when we sadly lost our mum.
    They were all very professional, respectful and compassionate throughout the whole time.
    We thank them all for their advice and guidance.

  • 5 Debra Wight 27th Apr 2025

    Fantastic 

  • 5 Robert Stairmand 22nd Apr 2025

    The whole family were pleased with the professional friendly service provided by Jonathan Terry & would recommend them. 

  • 5 Anne Valletta Reid 20th Apr 2025

    I felt very well cared for by John Terry's team. John Terry was particularly reassuring. And
    Patiently went through all the options for Regs funeral.
    I never felt pressured.
    Trish kept me informed about all the procedures I had chosen
    and was also kind and patient,
    The funeral went very well. I was so pleased with how well every thing was put together. The music, the slides..
    So a big 'Thank you ' to the whole team.

  • 5 Matthew Winn 19th Apr 2025

    Cannot thank everyone enough at peartree they are all so kind , helpful, and goes above and beyond to help to make things a lot easier at a very sad time 
    Thank you Johnathan and team 

  • 5 Janice Uphill 15th Apr 2025

    At such an awful time, Jonathan and his staff could not have been more helpful with the preparation of my husband’s funeral. On the day, everything went perfectly to plan and we felt looked after and well informed. Thank you. 

  • 5 Ian Coomber 15th Apr 2025

    Having Nigel Chamberlain (an old friend with whom I had worked for many years) conduct my wife's funeral made it very special. His thoughtfulness, kindness and attention to detail is something I always admired greatly when we worked together - being on the receiving end was a new experience altogether.

    He could not have been more professional, yet having that familiar touch made a difficult stage in life so much easier, as he cared for both me and my family. You are lucky to have him working with you, with his real enthusiasm for his calling.

    The bearers on the day, the flowers, the coffin, the hearse and conduct of the funeral were exemplary, and it is great to see how Jonathan's company has developed under his expert care, having known him when he first trained as a Funeral Director.

    My grateful thanks to you all, and especially to Nigel. The family know exactly where to come when my days are over!

    With warmest good wishes to you all

    Ian Coomber

    With warmest good wishes t you all

  • 5 Debra Rellis 13th Apr 2025

    I have unfortunately needed the services of Johnathan Terry 3 times in the last 2 years and I would never use anyone else The staff are amazing so compassionate and understanding and nothing is too much trouble

  • 5 Jane Luke 11th Apr 2025

    This is the second time I’ve used Jonathan Terry and they were professional and kind throughout the process.  Victoria was lovely and I wouldn’t hesitate to use their services in the future. 

  • 5 Alison Colmer 1st Apr 2025

    Can’t fault them.  They were sincere and nothing was too much trouble.  Thank you for easing the burden .

  • 5 Anne Harris 26th Mar 2025

    Every member of staff was helpful, well trained to answer all of our questions and very friendly 

  • 5 David Thorne 25th Mar 2025

    Everything went like clockwork n. Organised beautifully and cannot thank Trish enough for all her hard work and the staff on the day were extremely caring and ensured our Mum got the send off she wanted. Many thanks to all at Jonathan Terry for giving us a gift we will treasure.

  • 5 Stephen Woods 25th Mar 2025

    Thank you for the very professional service that you provided. You were kind and compassionate, and accommodated all of our specific requests without hesitation. We would be more than happy to recommend you to others in need of your services.

    Steve Woods

  • 5 Darren Pearce 24th Mar 2025

    Jonathan Terry and his team were excellent in every aspect with the funeral arrangements and beyond. Staff were immaculate, caring and thoughtful.

  • 5 Steve Tilley 24th Mar 2025

    Words don't do Jonathan Terry and his team justice, everyone we've dealt with there has been friendly, polite and respectful and made what is a difficult time that little bit easier. Would especially like to thank Thomas who looked after us and helped all the way through and Matthew Smith who was our celebrant.

  • 5 Martin Newington 14th Mar 2025

    Johnathan Terry at Peartree avenue were fantastic ! They sorted everything out for me at a time when you most needed it ! Thankyou ! 

  • 5 Tina Francis Vincent 11th Mar 2025

    Excellent service from the start to the end. Very professional in every way.  I cannot fault anything. Every member of staff went out of their way to make my brothers funeral go as smoothly as possible. Thank you 

  • 5 Peter Wolfe 11th Mar 2025

    The under takers was very good in explaining cost for the cremation and as the husband off Molly was is very happily for them to continue with the cremation that coming up on the 31st  of march at 12 Midday atWessex vale cremation bubb lane west end SO30 2HL  thank you Jonathan Tery 

  • 5 Stewart Chandler 8th Mar 2025

    Jonathan Terry handled my mother's funeral, my family were impressed with their friendliness, compassion and professionalism. Whilst waiting for the service  JTFD kept us updated and informed at every step of the way. When it came to the day of the funeral at Wessex Vale everything went according to plan, we couldn't have asked for more, thank you to you and your staff members. 

  • 5 Maria Carr 7th Mar 2025

    Thank you for your excellent service. Thank you for taking lovely care of my lovely mum Catherina Harding.

  • 5 Susan Turner-Sales 6th Mar 2025

    Always very professional and always happy to help.  Very respectful and nothing is too much trouble

  • 5 Louise Shacklady 4th Mar 2025

    Absolutely Amazing service 
    Everything was done easily and with respect and dignity 
    And the recommendation of the celebrant who took the service was perfect for us 
    Would definitely recommend 

  • 5 Joanne Hartnell- Parker 1st Mar 2025

    An extremely well organised, meticulous and professional funeral director.  All of the staff are very caring and compassionate and listened to all of our requests as well as answering questions and giving advice and updates regularly.  Every single wish we expressed as a family was carried out to the highest standard.  An extremely professional service.

  • 5 Robin Brimson 1st Mar 2025

    Very caring and professional service , nothing was too much trouble and made the whole experience as smooth as possible Thank You

  • 5 Michael Griffiths 25th Feb 2025

    Jonathan Terry funeral directors were very professional in every way and paid attention to detail and I would highly recommend them 

Address
101 Peartree Avenue
Bitterne
Southampton
Hampshire
SO19 7JJ

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Opening Hours

Day Hours
Monday Open 24 hours
Tuesday Open 24 hours
Wednesday Open 24 hours
Thursday Open 24 hours
Friday Open 24 hours
Saturday Open 24 hours
Sunday Open 24 hours

Professional Standards

  • NAFD Member

    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

Tracy Ledwich 29th Apr 2025

Losing a loved one can be a very sad and stressful time but the whole team at Jonathan Terry helped myself and my sister go through this when we sadly lost our mum. They were all very professional, respectful and compassionate throughout the whole time. We thank them all for their advice and guidance.

Debra Wight 27th Apr 2025

Fantastic 

Robert Stairmand 22nd Apr 2025

The whole family were pleased with the professional friendly service provided by Jonathan Terry & would recommend them. 

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