T J Parry & Family Funeral Directors Ltd

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An independent and family-run funeral directors in Burton Upon Trent, serving the Midlands 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

188-189 Horninglow Street
Burton upon Trent
Staffordshire
DE14 1NG

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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

T. J. Parry & Family Independent Funeral Directors in Burton Upon Trent are ready to arrange unique and personal funerals for the bereaved throughout the Midlands.

Timothy and his caring family team are able to take care of every aspect of funeral arrangements in house; from floristy to custom made coffins. They can assist in creating lasting memorial items using ashes from a cremation including glass keepsakes and jewellery.

T. J. Parry & Family’s professional team is ready to discuss any type of funeral your loved one might have wanted. They can arrange religious ceremonies of any faith as well as non-denominational funerals and celebrations of life. They are also able to help arrange green options such as natural and woodland burials.

They are able to supply almost any form of funeral transport. Whether that be modern or traditional hearses and family cars, or something more unique such as a horse-drawn or motorbike hearse.

Their funeral home in Burton Upon Trent has a peaceful chapel of rest where you can view your loved ones prior to the funeral and say your final goodbyes. They also have comfortable and private consultation rooms where you can discuss funeral arrangements.

Call T. J. Parry & Family Independent Funeral Directors today and begin arranging the perfect funeral for your loved one.

Latest Obituaries

Paul   Hampton

Paul Hampton

Nov 1972 - Aug 2026

Steve   Hall

Steve Hall

Jun 1950 - Jul 2026

John 'Jock'   Currie

John 'Jock' Currie

Feb 1940 - Aug 2026

Carole Anne    McDonald

Carole Anne McDonald

Oct 1950 - Jul 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasize the care and attention to detail shown throughout the funeral process, describing how staff guided them with genuine compassion and professionalism from the first phone call through to the service itself. Several mention that nothing felt like too much trouble, and that small thoughtful touches—such as memory cards, buttonhole flowers, or accommodating unusual requests—made a meaningful difference during an emotional time.

Communication and support feature prominently in what families say, with many noting they were kept informed at every stage, felt listened to rather than rushed, and appreciated having someone available to answer questions and provide reassurance. Families describe feeling fully supported through decision-making and guided with patience, particularly when arranging a funeral for the first time.

On the day of the funeral itself, families repeatedly mention how smoothly everything ran and how the professionalism and dignity of the service created a fitting tribute to their loved one. Many note that guests commented positively on how well-organized and respectfully conducted the funeral was, and that this was a comfort during an otherwise difficult time.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 Jade Cook 17th Aug 2026

    The best possible day, down to every last detail. Thank you 

  • 5 Mary Grundy 14th Aug 2026

    I was so impressed with T J Parry funeral directors. Tim was wonderful and very professional.
    Everything was carried out meticulously, with such kindness and respect.
    Such thought and care, attention to detail and such sensitivity.
    All the staff were so friendly and helpful. I can't thank Tim enough.
    An excellent company, highly recommended.

  • 5 Maria Pusey 10th Aug 2026

    Their compassion and attention to detail was excellent.
    We felt fully supported throughout the process.

  • 5 Janet Watson 10th Aug 2026

    All the staff and especially Tim, were absolutely amazing - so caring and professional and treated the whole family with the utmost respect and dignity.
    I can’t thank them enough for making such a sad day be memorable for the right reasons. Thank you x

  • 5 Sally Wileman 4th Aug 2026

    From the very first contact, the team was compassionate, professional, and incredibly supportive. They handled every detail with care and respect, making a difficult time much easier for our family. Their kindness, attention to detail, and genuine empathy meant so much to us throughout the entire process. We are truly grateful for the exceptional service they provided and would highly recommend T J Parry & Family to anyone in need of caring and professional funeral directors.

  • 5 Lisa Smith 4th Aug 2026

    Tj Parrys were amazing from start to finish. Small touches that meant alot. 

  • 5 Elaine Tasker 4th Aug 2026

    I looked around for a Funeral Director and decided to try these people due to all the great reviews, and am so glad I did. From the beginning and right the way through to the end, nothing was ever too much trouble for them and they did their absolute best to ensure that all parts of the process were warm, friendly and stress-free. Tim in particular was caring, thoughtful and attentive to our needs and ideas. The service was absolutely beautiful and everything we could have hoped for. Everyone who attended thought it was fantastic and so well-done, and I know for sure that mum would have loved it too. Thank you so much, everyone, you’re the best. 

  • 5 Paul Fairhurst 3rd Aug 2026

    Very caring and professional throughout .

  • 5 Jerry Stevens 31st Jul 2026

    At every turn from the immediate care, arrangements covering the smallest detail, the quality of their vehicles, their conduct of the funeral are flawless. They have served us for three funerals in recent years and their superbly high standards have been maintained throughout. Tim Parry and his lovely family team have received many awards and accolades, all are throughly deserved. 

  • 5 Tim Guilford 28th Jul 2026

    The funeral was managed with kindness and compassion and all requests were attended to, even where they were a little unusual. Especial thanks go to Tim Parry for his hard work and diligence.

  • 5 Keith Brooks 27th Jul 2026

    Being in the position of loosing your only son our world collapsed, without the professional, kind and supportive assistance provided by T.J.Parry's, Tim and his incredible team took away all the worries we had regarding organising an appropriate funeral for our son, nothing was to much trouble, everything we requested and even things we hadn't thought about were dealt with to a 5 star standard. Peace of mind in these situations is all families are looking for and T.J. Parry's gave that to us, bless you all. Keith & Suzanne Brooks.

  • 5 Sue Perkins 20th Jul 2026

    T J Parry funeral directors and family and staff were excellent.
    I am so glad I chose them for my husbands funeral ....there care and respect and service was wonderful.

  • 5 Joanne Scarlett 17th Jul 2026

    Tim , Kirsty and all the other staff at TJ parry are the most amazing people and the care,love and compassion they show is unbelievable from the 1st call I made to them they have gone above and beyond to do everything I asked for it was perfect for my Simon every detail was perfection
    So I would like to say the biggest thank you to them all

  • 5 Andrew Light 6th Jul 2026

    A very difficult time was made much easier with the guidance and support from Tim and the entire TJ PARRY team. Thank you.
    Regards The light family.


  • 5 Cheryl Hall 5th Jul 2026

    From the very first moment, the team showed genuine professionalism, kindness, and compassion. They looked after my son with the utmost dignity and respect, making an incredibly difficult time just a little easier to bear.

    Tim was brilliant throughout the entire process. He was caring, supportive, and always available to answer any questions, guiding us with patience and understanding. His kindness and reassurance meant so much to our family during such a heartbreaking time.

    We will always be grateful for the exceptional care and respect shown to our son. I cannot thank Tim and the whole team enough, and I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for funeral directors who truly care.

  • 5 Andrew Swann 3rd Jul 2026

    T J Parry - Their support and consideration from the first point of contact to the end of the ceremony was exemplary. We will recommend them to anyone who requires their services. A very tough time made manageable by excellent people. 

  • 5 Kevin Walker 30th Jun 2026

    On what was a most difficult occasion for the Walker family Tim and his staff provided a truly wonderful first class service we were guided, comforted and made to feel special every step of the way. 

    I have no hesitation in recommending Tim and his team and I would like to send a big thanks to you all at Team Parry!!

    Best wishes everybody.
    Kevin Walker

  • 5 Diane Lunt 22nd Jun 2026

    From start to finish the service given is more than expected, We would highly recommend this funeral provider 

    Nothing was too much trouble and they made everything as easy as possible at a time of loss 

  • 5 Janet Reeves 19th Jun 2026

    Could not have wished for a better service
    Thank you so very much.

  • 5 Stephanie Brown 16th Jun 2026

    When a family suffers a bereavement, the immediate chaos and trauma dulls most senses.
    Having experienced this very recently, we are so grateful for being directed to TJ Parry and family.
    The suddenly passing of my Mum necessitated collection from home and the care, dignity and respect shown by the team could not be faulted.
    Most importantly, we were gently guided through each stage with genuine compassion and kindness.
    All our fears and anxieties were dealt with as they presented themselves by Tim and his team.
    If a funeral could be described as, "Perfect", in every respect, Tim ensured that this was indeed the case, despite the complex arrangements that were necessary due to our location and the final burial place.
    Tim and team, our family cannot thank you all enough for the professional care, commitment, support and respect shown throughout.
    The accolades you have achieved are truly deserved.

  • 5 Lisa Kinsey 14th Jun 2026

    Excellent from start to finish.  Cannot speak highly enough of all staff throughout the whole process.  Thank you

  • 5 Peter Stepien 13th Jun 2026

    During such a difficult time, we cannot thank Tim and his team enough. The care and respect shown towards our mum and our family was beyond exemplary.

  • 5 Kerry Sanders 8th Jun 2026

    We were very pleased with Tim and the team. They helped us through a difficult time and made everything so easy. We are incredibly greatful for everything you did to ensure our mum recieved the best possible care and a lovely funeral. Thankyou for guiding us through this difficult time. 

  • 5 Paul Sheppard 4th Jun 2026

    Excellent service all around,very professional at all times excellent and prompt comunication and everything handled with dignaty. I would highly recomend this firm.

  • 5 Linda Chilton 19th May 2026

    Extremely professional, guided us through everything, would definitely recommend them.

Address
188-189 Horninglow Street
Burton upon Trent
Staffordshire
DE14 1NG

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

Jade Cook 17th Aug 2026

The best possible day, down to every last detail. Thank you 

Mary Grundy 14th Aug 2026

I was so impressed with T J Parry funeral directors. Tim was wonderful and very professional. Everything was carried out meticulously, with such kindness and respect. Such thought and care, attention to detail and such sensitivity. All the staff were so friendly and helpful. I can't thank Tim enough. An excellent company, highly recommended.

Maria Pusey 10th Aug 2026

Their compassion and attention to detail was excellent. We felt fully supported throughout the process.

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