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

June   Brown

June Brown

Dec 1932 - May 2026

'Ken'   Kenneth Ronald Warren

'Ken' Kenneth Ronald Warren

Oct 1945 - May 2026

Gary   Swann

Gary Swann

Apr 1950 - May 2026

David Roy    Webster

David Roy Webster

Jun 1963 - May 2026

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What Families Say

AI Summary

Many families emphasise the compassionate and professional care shown by the entire team from first contact through the funeral service, particularly noting how Tim listens carefully to their wishes and guides them through what can feel overwhelming while treating their loved one with dignity and respect at every stage.

Families repeatedly mention the exceptional attention to detail—from small thoughtful touches like rose petals left on pillows and wallet-sized memory cards, to the smooth running of the funeral day itself where nothing seems left to chance or improvised.

Several families note the strong and constant communication they received, describing how readily available the team was to answer questions, update them on arrangements, and adjust plans when needed, which helped ease the stress of a difficult time.

This summary is generated by AI from recent verified reviews.

Verified Reviews

Verified Reviews

  • 5 James Taylor 23rd Jan 2022

    Caring, compassionate, efficient; a very good personal service throughout. Thank you.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you James, very much appreciated. It has been our honour.
  • 5 Alistair Chamberlain 16th Jan 2022

    Excellent from start to finish..Thanks

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Alistair, its has been our honour. Take care.
  • 5 Paul Fenney 14th Jan 2022

    Very professional service from Tim and the family.
    Handled everything with empathy and no rush or pressure .
    Thanks so much 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Paul, it has been our honour.
  • 5 Graham Smith 11th Jan 2022

    I cannot express too highly my thanks and admiration for the services and friendship given thru my sad loss. Parry's were excellent in every respect and didn't cost the earth. I couldn't have chosen better.
    Graham Smith

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Graham, it has been an honour to guide you through.
  • 5 Yvonne Clamp 10th Jan 2022

    Tim and his team were very professional, supportive and nothing was too much trouble for them throughout the whole arrangements for my daughter's funeral. I would have no hesitation in recommending or using Tim again.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Yvonne for the lovely words, it has been an honour.
  • 5 Derek Preston 10th Jan 2022

    Thoughtful, caring, the minimum of fuss. Excellent! Would recommend to anyone.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Derek, its been an honour.
  • 5 Angie Barlaba 3rd Jan 2022

    From my first conversation with Tim I knew that I was placing my mother in the care of the right person. From start to finish,Tim and his team were sensitive to our needs, always compassionate, emphatic and respectful. Tim guided us through every step and helped us make decisions at a time when we were overwhelmed and confused. My family and I will be forever grateful that you helped us give our mother the send off she deserved. Tim's attention to detail exceeded every expectation. Thank you does not seem to encompass my family's gratitude but....thank you!

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you for the lovely words, it has been an honour.
  • 5 Robbie Davies 22nd Dec 2021

    As always Tim and his teams professionalism and caring shone through the whole time whilst they had Moira in their care. I could not recommend them highly enough.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Robbie, it has been an honour. Take care.
  • 5 Emily Webster 20th Dec 2021

    As a family we couldn't of asked for any more! Tim and his team went above and beyond at my husband's funeral. We are so grateful.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you for the lovely review Emily, it was our honour.
  • 5 Jackie Burke 17th Dec 2021

    Tim is an excellent funeral director and all his staff are amazing as well. They’re all very helpful and caring and I can’t thank them enough. 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you for the lovely words Jackie.
  • 5 Linda Woodall 14th Dec 2021

    We received exceptional service from Tim who took on the organisation of our dear mum's funeral from beginning to end. Tim and his team were extremely considerate and respectful to both us and to our lovely mum who had passed away.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Linda, it has been an honour to care for you all.
  • 5 Julie Sarson 14th Dec 2021

    Can't praise Tim and all staff members enough for there professionalism not only that they are genuinely kind, thoughtful good hearted people who made an extremely difficult time manageable and calming. So many people have said for a funeral it was heart warming and that is mostly down to you and your team Big thank you from all our family. 💖

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Julie, it has been an honour.
  • 5 Karen Salisbury 13th Dec 2021

    I can not thank Tim and his team enough for the support he gave us after my aunt's death. Sadly, this is the second funeral Tim has arranged for us this year. I felt very reassured knowing everything would be taken care of professionally and with such sensitivity. Tim is very kind and compassionate and nothing was too much trouble. The funeral went smoothly and Steve, the celebrant, did another excellent job. I would definitely recommend Tim and his team to everyone. Thank you again for all your help during this very difficult time.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Karen this means a lot. It has been an honour.
  • 5 Donna Moore 29th Nov 2021

    Thank you so much, you were fantastic from start to finish and the support you gave me was exceptional 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Donna for the lovely words.
  • 5 Michelle Gaskin 27th Nov 2021

    Overall an excellent service!

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Michelle, its been an honour.
  • 5 Ray & Jody 22nd Nov 2021

    Tim and his team did such an amazing job for our dads funeral. We can’t thank them enough.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you both for the lovely words. It has been an honour.
  • 5 Sue Shepherd 15th Nov 2021

    Lovely service very kind and compassionate was kept informed of everything from start to finish with phone calls and emails felt like we was one family all working together to give my Dad the send off we all wanted for him I would definitely recommend nothing was to much trouble thank you

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Sue for the lovely words. It has been an honour.
  • 5 Alison Baker 10th Nov 2021

    It is with all our thanks to Tim and his team for everything they did for us at such a sad time.
    His understanding and compassion really is second to none and he made the whole process as painless as possible .
    Mum was treated with such dignity.We are forever grateful.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Alison for the lovely review. It has been an honour.
  • 5 Hilary Grubb 26th Oct 2021

    Very efficient, understanding but friendly.
    Well organized at such a distressing time, and ensured everything was as discussed and arranged on the day.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Hilary, very kind words. It has been our honour.
  • 5 Keith Maltas 25th Oct 2021

    Tim promised a bespoke service and lived up to his word.
    The arrangements were truly professional respectful and supportive which eased the burden of this difficult time.
    Thank you Tim, thank you TJParry

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Keith, that really means a lot, it's been an honour.
  • 5 Paula Whitcombe 24th Oct 2021

    Absolutely excellent! Couldn’t have been more helpful 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Paula its been an honour to care for you all.
  • 5 Ben Knopik 12th Oct 2021

    Absolutely amazing  and a unforgettable service from
    Start to finish, 
    Such a charming and calming gentleman who couldn’t do enough. 
    Had everything you could imagine 
    To give your loved ones the best send off. 
    Tim you are nothing short of amazing thank you x

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    How lovely, thank you so much Ben, its been an honour.
  • 5 Michael Jones 9th Oct 2021

    The cremation/service was completed with dignity and a respect for the integrity of my son. At all times T. Parry's were available for consultation and advice. Timothy Parry was in charge and conducted all aspects in a professional, well organised and compassionate manner.
    Our thanks are given for making a difficult time less stressful.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Michael, its been an honour.
  • 5 Sue Barnett 5th Oct 2021

    Could not fault , highly recommend tj parry 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Sue, very much appreciated. Its been an honour.
  • 5 Kerry & John Davies 3rd Oct 2021

    There are not enough words in the world to thank Tim and his team for all their help and support during what I can only describe as the worst time in my life I felt supported and informed every step of the way, I would highly recommend Tim and his company, such kindness and compassion and I will never forget that.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Kerry and John, very much appreciated. Its been an honour to care for you all.

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

James Taylor 23rd Jan 2022

Caring, compassionate, efficient; a very good personal service throughout. Thank you.

Alistair Chamberlain 16th Jan 2022

Excellent from start to finish..Thanks

Paul Fenney 14th Jan 2022

Very professional service from Tim and the family. Handled everything with empathy and no rush or pressure . Thanks so much 

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