Edwin Pounds & Sons Funeral Directors

Our mum's death was a very sudden and unexpected one. Therefore, my brother, sister and myself were in no way prepared to be planning a funeral. Indeed, we had absolutely no idea where even to start. From the very first contact, Rachel was absolutely amazing. She was patient, sympathetic, empathic and genuinely caring when dealing with us. We were made to feel that we, and more importantly, our mum, were the most important people in the world. We were kept informed and updated at every step of the way, and at every point, we were asked if there was anything else Rachel could possibly do for us. Every question, query and request was dealt with swiftly and efficiently. From the initial completion of all the paperwork all the way through to the layout of the order of service, and even the flowers that were to be left at mums house as we passed en-route to the crematorium, every effort was made for our mum. the online memorial page was a wonderful touch that has enabled family and friends to have a place to leave thoughts and memories, and has raised a fantastic amount for mum's chosen charity. She would be very happy. Ultimately, our farewell to our mum was a perfect celebration of her life, and we will never be able to thank Rachel enough for her part in making that happen. Thank you Rachel, and all the staff for looking after our wonderful mum for us.

From the first meeting with Rachel at the Keighley office, we have found the Melia Powell team to be very helpful & professional. Made more difficult by not actually living in Keighley, a lot of the arrangements & tweaking of the service were done by email or on the phone with Rachel. They were nothing but helpful, even down to me singing songs down the phone to Rachel and her then finding them & playing them back to me. The day of my Aunties funeral was nothing but supportive & professional. Thank you all for going above & beyond at such a difficult time

I cannot put into words how grateful I am to Zoe and the staff at Meliá Powel. The care and attention they gave to my mum and my family during the worst weeks of my life made that time more bearable. They facilitated me in my mum's preparation and gave me the time I needed to spend with her. Zoe spent time in assisting me with the planning of mums day and answered the relevant questions I asked. They liaised with me over the phone and kept me in the loop every step of the way. They introduced me to Hanna Fill who lead the service and gave me strength on the day to read my eulogy and personal poem. Zoe lead mum to the church where she was to depart from to Skipton Crematorium with so much dignity and for that I will be eternally grateful. The follow up calls afterwards were not expected but again were so welcome. I would not hesitate to use their services again. Highly recommended. Thank you for everything Melia Powel. Bless you all

When those who you care for pass away, you want to give them the last gift to show that you loved them and this would be, by no means a service to honour the love they gave to you. From the first contact, Rachel kept me closely informed of the processes and, herself and the team provided the care for my brother to ensure he was looked after in the most empathic, professional and dignified standards we could have hoped for. Our family cannot thank the team at Melia Powell Funeral Services enough.

I cannot thank Carla and Merv enough for looking after my best friend and family from start to finish after the tragic loss of their husband and father. Regardless of Covid they safely made this funeral the most special and respectful funeral I have ever witnessed. They went above and beyond and the special touches will always be remembered and appreciated. I would recommend this funeral directors without a doubt and would like to thank them so much for all that they did xx