Tim Matthews Local Independent Family Funeral Director Of Warsash

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Independent funeral directors in Southampton serving bereaved families with bespoke funeral arrangements

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

10, Shore Road
Warsash
Southampton
Hampshire
SO31 9GQ

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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

  • 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

With a history of family funeral directing since 1959, Tim Matthews is the only Independent family funeral director in Warsash, serving the village itself and surrounding area including Titchfield, Locks Heath, Park Gate and Sarisbury Green their surrounding areas and throughout Hampshire and Dorset.

Whether you would like a traditional religious funeral or a contemporary celebration of life for your loved one, Tim Matthews Local Independent Family Funeral Director Of Warsash can help you plan the perfect farewell. The level of service remains the same, whatever style of funeral you choose and Tim Matthews is committed to providing the finest care and service for you and your loved one.

They can work to a variety of different budgets and never turn a family away or credit score your application for funeral services. In addition to low-cost options such as direct cremation, they can also provide a Victorian style horse drawn funeral service, complete with a pair of Belgian black or white Lipizzaner horses driven by an authentically dressed whip and groom.

They also provide a memorial masonry service in partnership with local stonemasons and work within all local churchyards and cemeteries. You can choose from a wide range of memorials to create a lasting symbol of remembrance for your loved one.

Funeral planning and putting ones wishes in place is also an important of their work and offer free consultations to talk about your wishes.

Tim Matthews Local Independent Family Funeral Director has their office at 10, Shore Road, Warsash, SO31 6QN but offer home visits to make funeral arrangements in the comfort of your own home. Call their Warsash funeral home now to find out more about the services they provide and begin making funeral arrangements for your loved one.

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Leslie Jenkins

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families describe how Tim's personal approach and genuine care shaped their experience, with a number noting that he treated them like family and remained available to listen and support them throughout the arrangements and beyond.

Several families return to how the funeral day itself unfolded, mentioning that Tim coordinated every detail with professionalism and sensitivity, and that his recommendations for celebrants, florists and other contacts ensured the service reflected what their loved one would have wanted.

Communication and responsiveness emerge repeatedly, with families highlighting that Tim answered their calls himself, kept them informed at each stage, and made time to discuss their needs without rushing them through difficult decisions.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 John White 3rd Feb 2023

    Very sympathetic and helpful. Many favourable comments about the service and Kellys contribution as celebrant
    Would definitely recommend Tim and his team.

  • 5 Michael Izzard 24th Dec 2022

    Can’t express how thoughtful and excellent Tim’s service has been

  • 5 Alex Nunn 16th Aug 2022

    Cannot recommend Tim and his team highly enough.

     He worked tirelessly to ensure everyone of my fathers wishes were met, calling in favours where necessary and generally going above and beyond. Not easy in the august heat!

    Respectful, professional and still personal. Thanks Tim et al!

  • 5 Liz Morgan 12th Aug 2022

    We were guided and supported so well by Tim, from first contact. We were kept informed 
    at all times with great advice and helped to achieve everything we wanted for a perfect celebration of dads life. It was so helpful and reassuring to be in such safe hands. 

  • 5 Karen Upton 18th Jul 2022

    We cannot praise Tim high enough. He was professional, efficient, friendly and thorough. But above all, he was an absolute gentleman whos support for our family went above and beyond. Thank you Tim, we'll always be grateful.

  • 5 Carol Slark 27th Jun 2022

    We chose to use Tim Matthews as he had previously looked after my ex Mother in Law, so I knew my Dad would be in great hands.

    Tim took my call even though he was out of the office and was so caring and compassionate after the sudden loss of my father. Just what our family needed at such an emotional time. Nothing was too much trouble for Tim. Myself and my family HIGHLY RECOMMEND him.

    Tim even sourced the lovely Kelly as a humanist to take the service at the Wessex Vale Crematorium as my dad was in no way religious. Tim chose so well in Kelly as she took the time to come and capture the precious memories of my Dad in such a way that when she read out his Eulogy everyone that attended commented on how well the service had gone and how Kelly had captured his fund side. By Tim finding Kelly for us, he organised another dreaded element of organising Dad's funeral out of our hands and into the safe hands of professionals.

    Tim was always on the end of the phone for us all and always kept us updated with texts etc. a truly amazing man that I will always be grateful to.

    My Dad was in very safe hands.

    Always grateful
    Carol Slark

  • 5 Kristy Knights 21st Jun 2022

    Tim was attentive and supportive throughout the whole process, offering guidance and support from the offset.

    His personal approach made the whole process easier for our family and we would like to express our gratitude.

  • 5 Stuart H 25th Apr 2022

    Tim, Thank you for looking after Chris and giving him the send-off he deserved. From the moment you took him into “your care”, to driving him to the final event via his house and boat, it was done with dignity, care and professionalism. I cannot thank you enough. The team of people you surround yourself with are truly fantastic

  • 5 Liz Watson 11th Apr 2022

    Tim was excellent in helping my brother and I through the whole process. His experience and caring manner helped guide us through difficult decisions which resulted in the best send off for our Dad we could have hoped for! Nobody wants to be in the position of arranging a funeral but when the time comes I would not hesitate to use Tim Matthews again. 

  • 5 Simon Lowes 5th Apr 2022

    Tim is a first class professional and he did all that he could to help us at a difficult time. I do not hesitate to recommend him. 

  • 5 Clive Hunter 20th Mar 2022

    Thank you for your help, it was good to have you close at hand to Admirals Road.
    All went well.
    Clive

  • 5 Richard Scarff 25th Feb 2022

    Tim handled the funeral perfectly. Compassionate caring and professional. Thank you. 

  • 5 monica young 22nd Feb 2022

    All went so well a fitting tribute to Peter would certainly recommend.

  • 5 Paul Rose 18th Feb 2022

    From the first meeting I felt completely reassured by Tim and his approach. He was sensitive, knowledgeable and well-connected. The quality of his work and the work of his contacts and connections was excellent. He ensured my aunt had a respectful and loving send off, and for that her family and friends are most grateful. 

  • 5 Richard Pook 19th Dec 2021

    Tim was great and dealt with everything so professionally and ensured the funeral was exactly to Mums requirements. Thanks so much for your help in what are difficult  circumstances.

  • 5 Cindy Davidson 26th Nov 2021

    I cannot praise Tim enough. He went above and beyond to give Stuart the very best  send off. He was very considerate and kind to everyone. I could not have asked for a better service. Tim is, in my opinion the best undertaker in all of England. Always there when you need him. And I thank you immensely.

  • 5 Laura Ashworth 28th Oct 2021

    Amazing,could not of asked for anyone better to help me through this hard time,the compassion he has is above any expectations,thankyou tim.x

  • 5 Suzi Harlow 31st Aug 2021

    Tim has been absolutely amazing! He listened to what we wanted, advised and helped us, making upsetting arrangements more manageable. He was able to answer any questions we had, at any time, even when he surely must have been ‘out of hours’. We felt he gave us the time we needed whilst making the arrangements and nothing was too much trouble. We more than highly recommend Tim and would never use anyone else. Thank you Tim, for everything you have done for us - you have gone above and beyond for myself, Dad and all of our family.

  • 5 Pamela Bowditch 27th Jun 2021

    The service was excellent and nothing was to much trouble would recommend Tim matthews funeral directors to everybody fantastic service

  • 4 Carol Pope 20th Apr 2021

    The help and advice was prompt and helpful 
    At the service both Tim and Peter guided us through with unobtrusive professionalism 

  • 4 Mary Danes 17th Apr 2021

    Very caring and understanding. Allowed me to make changes to original requests, without any fuss. The eulogy was read very well with empathy.

  • 5 Jo Payne 28th Mar 2021

    Tim was unbelievably kind, patient and reassuring. He explained each step thoroughly and slowly. I didn't feel rushed into making decisions and he was at the end of the phone if I ever needed to ask a question or felt unsure.  Tim took control for me. He personally liased with the church, florist & printers. I really felt that I was in the best hands as was my husband.
    Thank you Tim. 

  • 5 Liam Moggeridge 28th Feb 2021

    Can not fault Tim and his team in all aspects of Mums service. The level of support and professionalism at a difficult time was second to none.

  • 5 Pam Hawkins 9th Feb 2021

    Thank you for arranging Peter’a funeral. At such a difficult time you made the process from death to funeral very smooth. 
    Thank you for your guidance and support and timely nature you dealt with this. 
    I would wholeheartedly recommend Tim. 

  • 5 Belinda Hutchins 29th Oct 2020

    No one wants to arrange a funeral, it just happens to be one of those things that we have to do. When we choose a funeral director, it’s often a quick decision made in the emotion of the moment and we just pray it turns out ok. 
    Well, look no further than Tim. He was amazing, he organised everything just as we wanted it and he simplified the whole process. 
    We can’t thank him enough for his kindness, his patience, and his ability to just know what to say and what to do, to support us. 
    We wouldn’t let anyone else do a funeral for us in the future, it just wouldn’t be the same experience. We are thankful that the choice we made turned out to be one of the best decisions ever! 
    Tim, you’re a marvel - thanks for looking after Mum for us, and for taking us under your wing and looking after the whole family. 
    Belinda and Julie x

Address
10, Shore Road
Warsash
Southampton
Hampshire
SO31 9GQ

Open map

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

  • 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 White 3rd Feb 2023

Very sympathetic and helpful. Many favourable comments about the service and Kellys contribution as celebrant Would definitely recommend Tim and his team.

Michael Izzard 24th Dec 2022

Can’t express how thoughtful and excellent Tim’s service has been

Alex Nunn 16th Aug 2022

Cannot recommend Tim and his team highly enough.  He worked tirelessly to ensure everyone of my fathers wishes were met, calling in favours where necessary and generally going above and beyond. Not easy in the august heat! Respectful, professional and still personal. Thanks Tim et al!

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