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
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5Anne Valletta Reid20th 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.
5Matthew Winn19th 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
5Janice Uphill15th 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.
5Ian Coomber15th 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
5Debra 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
5Jane Luke11th 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.
5Alison Colmer 1st Apr 2025
Can’t fault them. They were sincere and nothing was too much trouble. Thank you for easing the burden .
5Anne Harris26th Mar 2025
Every member of staff was helpful, well trained to answer all of our questions and very friendly
5David 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.
5Stephen Woods25th 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
5Darren Pearce24th Mar 2025
Jonathan Terry and his team were excellent in every aspect with the funeral arrangements and beyond. Staff were immaculate, caring and thoughtful.
5Steve 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.
5Martin Newington14th Mar 2025
Johnathan Terry at Peartree avenue were fantastic ! They sorted everything out for me at a time when you most needed it ! Thankyou !
5Tina 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
5Peter 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
5Stewart Chandler8th 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.
5Maria Carr7th Mar 2025
Thank you for your excellent service. Thank you for taking lovely care of my lovely mum Catherina Harding.
5Susan Turner-Sales6th Mar 2025
Always very professional and always happy to help. Very respectful and nothing is too much trouble
5Louise Shacklady4th 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
5Joanne Hartnell- Parker1st 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.
5Robin 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
5Michael 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
5Venda Orchard24th Feb 2025
We were looked after with professionalism from the start and all our questions were answered with speed.
The service was exceptional and the after care was brilliant in that were were dropped at the refreshments wake afterwards and escorted to and from the car with umbrellas due to the weather. A nice touch !
5Sandie Earl23rd Feb 2025
We would just like to say that we have nothing but praise for the care, and support we were given by Jonathan Terry's team.
They made a very difficult time go well.
They have helped us with the funerals of both our parents over the last few years and have been so kind and helpful.
Would recommend their services to anyone who was in our position
3Rachel Creighton 18th Feb 2025
The people that work there are friendly enough but I seemed to have to chase them quite a lot. Photos got lost and had to be re-submitted, details from the celebrant couldn’t be found so I had to chase the celebrant and she’d sent them 2 weeks prior. I had to keep chasing on the music too. At a time that is stressful enough I could have done with it all being a bit smoother on the run up. Thankfully the day itself went without hitch but unfortunately we were all quite anxious until it was over!
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
Anne Valletta Reid20th 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.
Matthew Winn19th 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
Janice Uphill15th 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.
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