Edwin Pounds & Sons

02/03/2026

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Your Wishes, Your Way

A Choice Funeral Plan lets you record your personal wishes and make the decisions that matter most to you, ensuring every detail reflects who you are. It’s all written down clearly and thoughtfully, giving you confidence that your farewell will be just the way you want it.

✔️ Make your own choices about how you’d like to be remembered
✔️ Ensure your wishes are documented and easy for loved ones to follow
✔️ Remove uncertainty and difficult decisions for family later on
✔️ Create a farewell that truly reflects your personality and values
✔️ Plan with clarity, simplicity, and complete peace of mind

25/02/2026

Tone of voice

If you are struggling with writing your message, it may help to think about the voice of the person speaking it. You could use a favourite quote or saying your loved one used.

You could also write the message as though it is being spoken by a family member or a close friend, remembering your loved one.

If you are still struggling to choose the correct words for a headstone inscription you can ask your local Funeral Director for guidance. Our knowledgeable team can help guide you on pricing, designs and any restrictions, of the local church or burial site as well as offer advice on the perfect tribute for your loved one. Send us a message today or find more information about memorial masonry at: www.edwinpoundsandsons.co.uk/services/memorial-masonry/

20/02/2026

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18/02/2026

A lasting tribute to the life and memory of your loved one.

Your headstone message will be there for a long time, so try to choose wording for the inscription that will resonate with you and your family when visiting. Talk through your options with family and friends if you’re uncertain and consider whether what you are writing is timeless.

Our Funeral Home team can provide guidance and support you, ensuring the final inscription reflects the personality of your loved one. Save this for later.

17/02/2026

Today is Random Act of Kindness Day, the perfect day to take a moment to brighten someone’s day with a small act of kindness.

It could be as simple as holding the door open, paying for someone’s coffee, or sending an unexpected message or flowers to a friend. Little gestures can make a world of difference to those who need it.

What is the nicest random act of kindness someone has done for you?

16/02/2026

A Choice Funeral Plan allows you to record your wishes in advance, so your farewell is as personal and individual as you are.

The music, readings, theme, coffin choice, service location personalised details - every choice is yours.

Because it’s your story.

If you’d like to find out more, pop into branch for a chat.

14/02/2026

Valentine’s Day is a reminder of the power of love — the kind we share, the kind we cherish, and the kind that stays with us always.

Today, many celebrate with cards and flowers, but it’s also a moment to reflect and remember those who are no longer with us. Love doesn’t end; it lives on in the stories we tell, the traditions we keep, and the moments that shape our lives.

If you’re remembering someone special today, we hope you feel surrounded by comfort, connection, and the enduring warmth of their love.

Wishing our community a peaceful and heartfelt Valentine’s Day.

11/02/2026

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11/02/2026

Less is more.

Headstone space is limited to a few lines, and shorter epitaphs often work well. Typically, your message should include a name, birth and death date, accompanied by a simple personal message to reflect your loved one. Your message could include family relationships, a traditional phrase, or a faith-based message. You could also include symbols, engraved images or photos, dependent on the restrictions of the church or burial ground.

Some examples are:

· In Loving Memory of

· Beloved Husband, Father, and Grandfather

· Till We Meet Again

· Now Protecting Us from Above

· In God's Care

You do not need to write a lot for your message to be meaningful. You can choose from different fonts and finishes such as gilding (gold leaf) and painting i.e. white, silver and black.

Our Funeral Home team can provide guidance and support you, ensuring the final inscription reflects the personality of your loved one. Share your advice on writing an inscription for a headstone.

09/02/2026

Your life is unique — your funeral should be too.

A Choice Funeral plan lets you record your personal wishes and make the choices that matter to you, ensuring everything reflects who you are.

It’s all written down, clearly and thoughtfully.

For more information please pop into one of our branches and meet our friendly team who will be able to help you.

07/02/2026

February 7th is National Send a Card to a Friend Day – a perfect time to send love and warmth to those we care about.

Your card could celebrate happy moments or offer support during life's challenging times.

If you know someone who has recently lost a loved one, a heartfelt sympathy card can provide comfort and let them know they're in your thoughts.

Here are some tips on what to write:

Share a special memory

Offer to help in practical ways

Acknowledge their loss and offer your condolences

Celebrate the life and legacy of their loved one

04/02/2026

This month we are exploring how to write a headstone inscription for your loved one.

Take your time.

The inscription on a headstone or memorial is a special and meaningful way to commemorate your loved one. Take your time when you decide on your wording, there’s no need to rush.

It takes several months to install a headstone or memorial after a funeral service, this gives you time to think, discuss with family and make a decision creating a lasting tribute that honours their memory.

Our Funeral Home team can provide guidance and support, ensuring the final inscription reflects the personality of your loved one. Share this with someone that needs support.