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

Gwen   Stepien

Gwen Stepien

Jul 1931 - May 2026

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Ronald 'Ron' Seedhouse

Sep 1945 - Apr 2026

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Maria Gabriel Sheppard

Feb 1959 - May 2026

Graham 'Greyhead'   Drakeley

Graham 'Greyhead' Drakeley

Sep 1948 - Apr 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 Pat Smith 10th Jun 2020

    Very professional, sincere ,treated with dignity Would recommend them

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Pat.
  • 5 Faye Lockwood 26th May 2020

    Tim and team, on behalf of myself and my mum I just wanted to thank you for all of your support, help , guidance and respect that you gave us, at the most difficult time of our lives. The funeral was just what my dad would have wanted, even in these unprecedented times.The flowers were beautiful and the service by Val was perfect.Our friends and family have commented on how beautiful everything was, which has made us even ,more proud of dad.Thank you xx

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Faye, its been our honour to care for you all. x
  • 5 Debbie Ward 22nd May 2020













    Tim & his family made dads final journey perfect. It was truly magical. Everyone  commented on the professionalism throughout. 
    They were so genuinely caring. Looking after mum and I from start to finish. Even in the COVID pandemic meaning limited numbers were allowed at dads funeral it never once felt like it made a difference to the outstanding service we received. I knew when I picked Tim it was the best decision. Dad was in the best care possible. 
    Nothing was too much trouble and we cannot thank Tim and his family enough. We will always be externally grateful for helping us turn the most heartbreaking time of our life’s into a perfect tribute & celebration of dads life. 
    Thank you Tim from the bottom of our hearts 💙 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Debbie for those words. That really means the world to us.
    Take care.
    Tim & the Team.
  • 5 Michael Boucher 13th May 2020

    Tim and his team have been excellent in all of our dealings with them, treating us with the utmost respect and courtesy as they helped us arrange a dignified funeral service in trying times. We commend them thoroughly on their professionalism, and are immensely grateful for their advice and assistance.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Michael. It means a lot to us to know we help so much. Take care.
    Tim and the team.
  • 5 Jenny Smith 2nd May 2020

    I cant thank Tim enough, he is the loveliest man I've ever met, nothing was too much trouble. Everyone I met at T.J Parry's had only 1 thing in mind and that was to put our minds at rest and make sure dad's final journey was as special as it could be in these current circumstances. Thank you so much

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Jenny, that is really kind. It really has been an honour to care for Dad and you all as a family. Keeping you all in our thoughts.
  • 5 Daryll Broadhurst 24th Apr 2020

    T J Parry & Family Funeral Directors Ltd. conducted a very professional and compassionate funeral for our Mother - as I expected they would. The whole team are passionate about getting it right and succeed in every way.

    Right from the first contact until well after the funeral had taken place, Timothy, his Family and Team have been 1st class - caring, thoughtful and sensitive!
    Thank you so much, you made a difficult time easier to cope with.

    I work in the funeral service and would have no hesitation in using or recommending their services.

    Daryll Broadhurst

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much for leaving us a review Daryll. I will pass your kind words on to all of our team. Thank you for entrusting us with the funeral arrangements, it really was our honour.
    Kind regards,
    Tim
  • 5 Peter Collis 17th Apr 2020

    Very professional service .Helpful and explained every part of the process. Any questions I had were answered there and then .I can not fault them. Very pleased

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Peter.
  • 5 Joan Hornby 17th Apr 2020

    Extremely efficient and helpful under very difficult circumstances 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you very much Joan. Take care.
  • 5 Emma Godfrey 15th Apr 2020

    I can’t thank Tim enough for his professionalism and support from start to finish during what was an extremely difficult time in losing my husband so suddenly. 
    Tim was thoughtful and supportive at each stage and helped in giving my husband the best possible funeral especially through the extremely difficult circumstances surrounding the Covid-19 crisis. 
    Nothing was too much trouble and we were kept fully informed throughout. 
    Thanks Tim and the team at Parrys, myself and our family will be eternally grateful for everything you did for us. 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Emma, it was a real honour to care for Tom and you all. Please take care.
    Tim
  • 5 Steve Green 13th Apr 2020

    A very caring and compassionate team demonstrating respect and dignity throughout., despite current restrictions. Thank you

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Peter. It was our honour. Take care.
    Tim
  • 5 Maurice Towner 13th Apr 2020

    I was dreading going to sort my wife funeral out but Tim and his staff where very good and settled me down and relaxed me and my daughter Fiona ( specially the cup of tea). Tim was excellent let us take our time picking the coffin and everything else. And after the funeral that were excellent ..THANKS TO TIM AND ALL OUR STAFF

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review Maurice. It was our honour to care for you all. Take care.
    Tim
  • 5 Sharron Wever 5th Apr 2020

    They did am amazing job at such a hard time for us as a family, we could phone them at anytime, they kept us updated on what was happening. At my sister funeral he did am amazing job helping us and said some beautiful words at her funeral, I will recommend them to everyone. I can't thank them enough for making this hard time for my family easier

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you for your words Sharron. It was our honour to care for you all. Stay safe.
  • 5 Andrew Gore 31st Mar 2020

    Considering the constraints placed as a result of the Civic crisis the ceremony and whole process was conducted professionally with the utmost dignity and care throughout for which we were sincerely thankful and appreciative.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Andrew. We hope you found comfort in our service. Stay safe.
  • 5 Neil Straw 28th Mar 2020

    From the time you walk into the door, everything is dealt with in a professional manner, there is no rush and everything was explained, you should all be very proud of the excellent service you give, you will definitely be recommended by myself and family.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Neil, its been an honour to care for you all. Stay safe.
  • 5 Margaret Hopkinson 23rd Mar 2020

    If there was one with 10 stars you would have it. All our family are deeply indebted to you and your team for the caring and sympathetic way everything was done. I have sent an email to Sally expressing our thanks. She was wonderful.
    I shall have no hesitation in recommending you for your excellent service.

    Margaret Hopkinson and family

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and for your kind words. It was our honour to take care of the funeral arrangements for you all, thank you for entrusting us. Take care. Tim
  • 5 Gillian Craig 17th Mar 2020

    Compassionate and very caring also extremely professional at all times. I was helped alot in my darkest hours and they looked after my son with compassion and dignity. I can not thank them enough. Thank you

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Gillian, it was our honour. Take care.
  • 5 Donna Waddington 10th Mar 2020

    I am struggling to find words powerful enough to let everyone know the difference Tim and his team made to the whole process of arranging Luke's Celebration.

    The absolute time, care and respect given to Luke and to the family allowed us the time to grieve. The day itself was so special ... thank you Tim

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Donna, it was our honour to care for Luke. The sun was shining and it was a beautiful send of, you really did him proud. Thank you again I shall pass your words on to our team.
  • 5 Jacqui Prieto 3rd Mar 2020

    I can't praise Tim and his team highly enough for the exemplary care and attention given to our Mum and to us all throughout this difficult time.  Tim's compassion, respectfulness, utmost professionalism and attention to detail shone through. We were comforted to know that Mum was taken into the very best care. I recommend Tim wholeheartedly. Thank you for everything. Jacqui Prieto 

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Jacqui, that means so much to us. I shall pass on your words to the rest of my team. Thank you again for entrusting us with mums funeral arrangements, it really was an honour.
    Tim
  • 5 Jennifer Latham 24th Feb 2020

    Fantastic service very kind caring &compassionate just can't find fault with this company.Tim absolutely brilliant what a lovely young man .will be using them in the future . Jen &Pete Latham.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Jen and Pete. Thank you for entrusting us to take care of mum and for your kind words. I send thanks on behalf of all of the team.
    Tim
  • 5 Elizabeth Oakes 22nd Feb 2020

    My Mum has the send off she deserved. Thank you very much

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you for taking the time to leave a review Elizabeth. It was our honour to care for mum and you all.
  • 5 Michael Martin 4th Feb 2020

    Our family would like to express our thanks for the excellent service we received from T J Parry & family during the funeral of our Mum, Maureen Martin. From the moment we contacted Parry's Tim and his team were outstanding. Tim guided us through the whole process with care,compassion & professionalism. We were made to feel welcome & at all times he showed utmost respect to Maureen and to us all. Tim incorporated all of our wishes for the funeral and his company provided beautiful flowers and Order of Services Many family members commented on how professional and respectful Tim was, even to wearing a Tri Colour tie pin as a mark to Maureen’s heritage. We have no hesitation in recommending this outstanding company. Thank you!

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review Michael. I will pass on your good words to all of our team. Again thank you for entrusting us, it really was our honour.
    Tim
  • 5 Jonathan Marsden 20th Jan 2020

    My father and I would like to express our greatest appreciation to Tim and his team for a 100% experience of professionalism and reassurance from our 1st phone call to dropping us off at the wake venue.
    I would recommend T J Parry and Family Funeral Directors without hesitation. '' If Carlsberg did Funeral Arrangements '' then T J Parry is the solution to your time of grief and sadness.......

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Jonathan, it was our honour to care for you all. We love the comment about the Carlsberg, that made us all laugh. Again a big thank you from all of our team.
  • 5 Margaret England 3rd Dec 2019

    From start to finish, Tim and his team looked after both our much-loved late mum and us with calm professionalism and great compassion. Tim listened to us, suggested things we needed and delivered a funeral which felt just right. I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending TJ Parry & Family.

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Margaret. I'm so pleased you were happy with our service. We put so much effort in to making each and every funeral perfect, this means an awful lot. Thank you again.
  • 5 Michelle Potts 26th Nov 2019

    Timothy Parry and Family
    Tim gave our mum the Dignity and Repect she deserved they went above and beyound, you were all amazing, always impressive, courteouse and totally Professiona.
    I would recommend Tim to do anyones funeral,
    Tim made our loss more comfortable and stress free,
    Tim gave our mum the best send off anyone could have wished for .

    Thank you Tim
    You are one in a million

    Michelle Dave, Amanda David, Anthony Viv, Brian Gwen,
    Morgan, Lucy, Oliver,Iwan,Owen xx

    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you Michelle. We work so hard to provide the best possible service to our families, this means a lot to us. I shall pass on this feedback to the rest of our team.
    Tim.
  • 5 Janette Wakenshaw 2nd Nov 2019

    At times of sorrow you need someone who you can trust. Someone who understands how you are feeling and not only takes care of the passing of your loved one but their family too.
    We always felt that our needs were very important and that nothing was too much trouble. No matter how many times we added things or changed our minds, Timothy and his staff, always work hard to make sure everything was just what we wanted and that everything went seamlessly on the day.
    All who were involved in our Mother's passing or attended her funeral, were very moved by the care, compassion and dignity that was shown to her and we her family, felt safe, secure and cared for every step of the way.
    Tim became like a trusted friend and we are all very grateful to him for seeing us through this difficult time.
    We laugh and cried with this remarkable young man, who's attention to detail was always so important and who was always immaculately dressed whenever we called in to see him.
    We do think it is a shame that it is only when you have lost a loved one that you get the privilege of meeting him!

    We wish him and his family every success in business and in life. Thank you so much from all of Noreen Ash's family and friends.


    T J Parry Funeral Directors replied
    Thank you so much Janette, you are such a wonderful family and did mum so proud. Please do pop by for a drink and chat if you feel like it or attend one of our bereavement groups on the last Wednesday of every month. You all remain in my thoughts.

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

Pat Smith 10th Jun 2020

Very professional, sincere ,treated with dignity Would recommend them

Faye Lockwood 26th May 2020

Tim and team, on behalf of myself and my mum I just wanted to thank you for all of your support, help , guidance and respect that you gave us, at the most difficult time of our lives. The funeral was just what my dad would have wanted, even in these unprecedented times.The flowers were beautiful and the service by Val was perfect.Our friends and family have commented on how beautiful everything was, which has made us even ,more proud of dad.Thank you xx

Debbie Ward 22nd May 2020

Tim & his family made dads final journey perfect. It was truly magical. Everyone  commented on the professionalism throughout.  They were so genuinely caring. Looking after mum and I from start to finish. Even in the COVID pandemic meaning limited numbers were allowed at dads funeral it never once felt like it made a difference to the outstanding service we received. I knew when I picked Tim it was the best decision. Dad was in the best care possible.  Nothing was too much trouble and we cannot thank Tim and his family enough. We will always be externally grateful for helping us turn the most heartbreaking time of our life’s into a perfect tribute & celebration of dads life.  Thank you Tim from the bottom of our hearts 💙 

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