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Your Trusted Partner for Personalized Funeral Services in Baldwin, WI
OConnell Family Funeral Homes has served families across generations with a commitment to honoring lives through personalized funeral and cremation services. Our family-owned business prioritizes compassion, respect, and community connection, ensuring every service reflects the unique story of the individual. We specialize in creating meaningful tributes that celebrate love, loyalty, and friendship, offering support through traditional funerals, cremation, and memorial services. Our team is dedicated to simplifying the planning process, providing 24/7 assistance, and guiding families through every step with empathy and expertise.With locations in Baldwin, Ellsworth, Hudson, Prescott, and River Falls, we remain deeply rooted in the communities we serve, upholding a legacy of care that extends beyond the funeral home. Our services include veteran honors, grief counseling, preplanning options, and personalized memorials, all designed to meet the diverse needs of families during their most challenging moments.
Services
Traditional Funeral Services
Cremation Services
Memorial Services
Veteran Honors
Preplanning Services
Grief Counseling
Countryside Crematory
Immediate Need Assistance
Monument Design
Personalized Tributes
Highlights and features
- We respect your budget and never push unnecessary expenses.
- We help you share the stories of a lifetime through personalized tributes.
- We provide private goodbyes tailored to your comfort.
- We offer spiritually significant ceremonies led by experienced celebrants.
- We deliver premium service for veterans at no additional cost.
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Services
Traditional Funeral Services
Traditional funeral services at OConnell Family Funeral Homes include a visitation, ceremony, and graveside service with the body present. Families can choose open or closed caskets and customize elements like music, readings, and floral arrangements. Our team ensures every detail reflects the deceased's life, providing a dignified farewell that supports healing and remembrance.
Cremation Services
Cremation services offer flexibility with options for memorial gatherings before or after the cremation process. Our on-site Countryside Crematory ensures your loved one remains in our care, with opportunities for family involvement. Services may include urn selection, scattering ceremonies, or interment in a columbarium, tailored to personal preferences and cultural traditions.
Veteran Honors
Veteran honors include military funeral rites, flag presentation, and coordination of VA benefits. We assist families in securing burial flags, headstones, and financial assistance through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Our team ensures veterans receive the respect and recognition they deserve, with personalized tributes reflecting their service and sacrifice.
Preplanning Services
Preplanning services allow individuals to outline their funeral preferences, easing the burden on loved ones. We guide clients through service selections, budgeting, and documentation, offering peace of mind. Options include prepayment, customizable packages, and legal documentation to ensure wishes are honored.
Grief Counseling
Grief counseling provides emotional support through individual sessions, support groups, and resources. Our licensed therapists and grief therapy dog, Finnegan, help families navigate loss with compassion. Programs include children's grief support, community workshops, and personalized coping strategies to foster healing.
People
Carla O'Connell
Owner
Carla O'Connell, co-owner of OConnell Family Funeral Homes, brings a passion for interior design and community involvement to her role. Raised in Hudson, she contributes to local organizations and has renovated funeral home facilities to create welcoming spaces for families.
Mike O'Connell
Owner, Funeral Director & Preplanning Specialist
Mike O'Connell, a third-generation funeral director, leads with over 25 years of experience. He emphasizes personalized service and preplanning, drawing on his background as a paramedic and community leader to support families during their most challenging times.
Lilly Dougherty
Funeral Director & Preplanning Specialist
Lilly Dougherty, a licensed funeral director, combines generational expertise with a focus on creating meaningful celebrations of life. She specializes in guiding families through preplanning and ensuring every service reflects the deceased's unique legacy.
Heidi Ferguson
Funeral Director
Heidi Ferguson brings over 25 years of experience to her role, emphasizing compassionate care and attention to detail. Active in her church community, she supports families through all aspects of funeral planning and execution.
Jill Ann Anderson
Licensed Therapist
Jill Ann Anderson, a WI and MN licensed therapist, specializes in grief counseling. She offers individual and group sessions, leveraging her expertise to help clients navigate loss with resilience and emotional support.
Questions
What happens if a death occurs out of state?
O'Connell Family Funeral Homes can coordinate the return of your loved one and manage all logistics, ensuring seamless services regardless of where the death occurred.
Is a viewing necessary for healing?
Viewings can aid in the grieving process by providing closure, but we respect your choice and offer private or public options tailored to your needs.
Can I personalize a funeral service?
Yes! We encourage personalization through music, photos, memorabilia, and unique tributes that reflect the deceased's hobbies, passions, and life story.
What veteran benefits are available?
Veterans may receive burial flags, headstones, and financial assistance through the VA. We assist families in securing these benefits and planning honored military services.
Do you offer preplanning options?
Yes, we provide preplanning and prepayment services to ensure your wishes are honored while easing the burden on loved ones.
How can grief counseling help?
Our licensed therapists offer individual and group sessions to help navigate grief, providing tools and support for emotional healing and resilience.
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