Jonathan Williams Independent Funeral Directors

15/10/2025

🕯 Wave of Light – October 15th 🕯
Please join us from the comfort of your own home by lighting a candle at 7pm this evening to take part in the global Wave of Light.
October 15th marks Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Day — a time to remember all the babies gone too soon.
Forever in our hearts 💕

11/09/2025

We’re proud to be supporting Basingstoke Rugby Club this season as a player sponsor. As a family-run business, community means everything to us, and we’re honoured to give back to a club that meant so much to Jon. 💙💛

Wishing Ollie and the team every success for the season ahead — we’ll be cheering you on! 👏

Welcome Jonathan Williams Independent Funeral Directors 🤝

We are pleased to welcome Jonathan Williams Independent Funeral Directors as our latest player sponsor! A second generation family business, they offer a personal, empathetic service arranging funerals for your loved ones. Jon was a staunch Basingstoke RFC supporter who passed away last year and while he is no longer with us, he'd be delighted to know the club is thriving 💙💛

Jon's nephew, Ollie, is part of our Men's section and is the player the funeral directors have decided to sponsor. He had a couple of years out of the game before returning last October, making his 1st XV debut in May against Swanage and Wareham. He wears his heart on his sleeve and has come on leaps and bounds this pre-season - here's to a big season! 👏

16/06/2025

It’s hard to believe it’s been a year since we lost Jonathan.

For those of us who had the privilege to know him, Jonathan was so much more than the founder of this business — he was a mentor, a friend, and the kind of person who made you feel seen, heard, and valued. He poured his heart into this place and into every single person who walked through the door.

We still feel his presence every day. In the way we do things. In the stories we tell. In the standards he set and the kindness he showed.

Today, we remember him with heavy hearts, but also with deep gratitude. We’re proud to carry on what he started, and we miss him more than words can say.🤍

15/06/2025

Father’s Day is a time to reflect on the strength, love, and quiet guidance that so many fathers and father figures bring into our lives. For some, it’s a day of celebration — for others, it’s a moment of remembrance.

At Jonathan Williams Funeral Directors, we’re especially mindful today of the many families who are holding their dads close in memory. We stand with you in your grief, your gratitude, and your love.

This year, we also take a moment to remember our beloved founder, Jonathan Williams. Jonathan built this firm not just as a place of service, but as a place of compassion, dignity, and care — values he lived as a father, friend, and leader.

To everyone remembering a father today — whether near or dearly missed — we honour your journey and your memories.

Wishing peace and comfort this Father’s Day. 💙

30/03/2025

On this Mother’s Day, we take a moment to celebrate the love, strength, and guidance of the incredible mothers who shape our lives. For those who are blessed to still have their mothers with them, cherish every hug, every conversation, and every moment.

For those who are remembering a mother who is no longer here, today may be bittersweet. Know that love does not end with loss- her presence lives on in your heart, in the lessons she taught, and in the memories you hold dear.

At Jonathan Williams, we honour all mothers- those with us and those watching over us. May today be filled with love, remembrance, and gratitude.

Wishing you peace and comfort this Mother’s Day. 💐

25/12/2024

🎄 Honouring Memories This Christmas Season 🎄

As we celebrate the festive season, we at Jonathan Williams Funeral Directors find ourselves reflecting on the impact of those we’ve lost this year, including our beloved Jonathan Williams, who passed away earlier in 2024.

Jonathan was not only a skilled and compassionate funeral director but also a cherished colleague, friend, and a pillar of support for so many. His dedication to helping families through their most difficult times was unparalleled, and his legacy continues to guide and inspire us every day.

Christmas is a time of togetherness, but it can also be a time of profound reflection and remembrance. To those who are grieving this season, we send you our deepest compassion and hope that you find peace in the memories of your loved ones.

Let us carry Jonathan’s spirit forward - offering kindness, care, and comfort to those who need it most. From all of us, we wish you a Merry Christmas filled with love, healing, and hope for the year ahead.

With warm regards,
All the team at Jonathan Williams Funeral Directors

01/12/2024

🌟 Annual Memory Tree 🌟

Our annual Memory Tree is now up, dedicated to the cherished memories of those we had the honor of caring for this past year.

Each name on the tree represents someone whose life we celebrated and honored through our services. Their stories remain with us, and this tree stands as a symbol of remembrance and love.

This year, we also pay an extra-special tribute to our founder, Jonathan Williams, who sadly passed away in June. His vision and compassion built the foundation of our service, and his legacy continues to inspire us every day.

📍 35-41 Essex Road, Basingstoke RG21 7TB
📞 Open 24/7 for support: 01256 817603

Let us come together to reflect and celebrate the lives of those who have touched our hearts.

From
All of the team here at Jonathan Williams Funeral Directors

11/11/2024

10/11/2024

Honouring Our Heroes This Remembrance Sunday.

On this solemn day, we pause to remember and honour the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedom.

"They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them."
— Laurence Binyon

Lest we forget.

11/09/2024

“On this day... 23 years ago 246 people went to sleep in preparation for their morning flights. 2,606 people went to sleep in preparation for work in the morning. 343 firefighters went to sleep in preparation for their morning shift. 60 police officers went to sleep in preparation for morning patrol. 8 paramedics went to sleep in preparation for the morning shift. None of them saw past 10:00am Sept 11, 2001. In one single moment, life may never be the same. As you live and enjoy the breaths you take today and tonight before you go to sleep in preparation for your life tomorrow, kiss the ones you love, snuggle a little tighter, and never take one second of your life for granted.” 🇺🇸

01/09/2024

Following the sad loss of the founder of Jonathan Williams Independent Funeral Directors Ltd, Jonathan Williams, the company is turning the page…

21/07/2024

For anyone that wishes to attend Jonathans funeral on Tuesday at St Mary's, Old Basing - being a small village parking is a bit of a nightmare so please do try and get there in plenty of time. I know there is parking on the road but this is very limited. . The Royal British Legion in Crown Lane RG24 7DN have kindly allocated us spaces in their car park which is a 5 minute walk to the church, as have the recreation ground at 93 The St Old Basing RG24 7DA there are also options I am told at the Beddington Centre Riley Lane RG24 7DH and the Scout Hut in Milkingpen Lane, RG24 7DD.
All of these will involve a short walk so for older or less mobile friends, probably a good idea to try and find a place on the road near the church.
Please then go into the church and find a seat.
We have reserved seating to family only.