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  • What Should I Send?

    Melanie L. asks "What is an appropriate size <flower> arrangement if the deceased is a relative of a friend of yours? Is it more appropriate to just send a note and a donation to the organization suggested?" Sending flowers, plants, prayer cards or donations to charitable organizations (in lieu of flowers, the family may request […]

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  • Should Children Attend Funerals?

    Dinny S.* writes “should you bring children to a wake or service?” Today, experts agree that the healthiest approach is to include children in funeral rituals. Dr. Elizabeth Kubler-Ross, a noted psychiatrist, says “if they are old enough to love, they are old enough to grieve.” While some want to protect children from the harsh […]

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  • Writing a Meaningful Condolence Note

    Kelly M.* asked "How can I quickly and properly write a note of condolence to a friend?" Here are a few tips that might help you when writing a note to someone who is grieving: Acknowledge the Loss and Name the Deceased “I was so saddened to hear that Tom died.” Share a Favorite Memory […]

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  • Getting Over the Post-Holiday Blues

    Gifts have been opened, family gatherings are over, decorations are down—and so are you. Does this sound familiar? For many, there is a letdown after the holidays. And for those experiencing the recent loss of a loved one, post-holiday blues can be doubly hard. Chris W.* expressed concern about her friend whose husband died in […]

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  • Scattering Ceremony Ideas

    Peter R.* asked about memorial ideas and cremated remains scattering. “Where can remains be scattered?” As long as it is permitted by local regulations you can have a scattering memorial service or ceremony in any place that is meaningful to you or your loved one. Krause Funeral Homes has experience in helping facilitate scattering discussions […]

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  • Motorcycle Hearse

    Tom F. asked questions about the Krause Funeral Home Motorcycle Hearse, “tell me about the Harley hearse–what type of bike is it and who uses it?” It is a 19th century-style hearse drawn by a V-twin-powered 3-wheel Harley Davidson Road King motorcycle. It is chosen by families interested in an original way to personalize a […]

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  • Military Families Invited to Send Free ‘Messages of Love’

    We invite military families in the Milwaukee area to send holiday video messages to their serviceman or woman stationed far from home, via a free-of-charge, 20-minute live webcast, now through Dec. 31. We know that at this time of year, people are more keenly aware of the absence of their loved ones. It’s our hope […]

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  • Service of Remembrance on Sunday 12/6/09

    Please join us for a Service of Remembrance Sunday, December 6, 2009 at 3pm 12401 W. National Ave., New Berlin Especially during the holidays, many who are grieving find comfort in setting aside time for reflection. At the end of each year Krause Funeral Homes hosts Service of Remembrance gatherings to remember and honor those […]

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  • Walmart Caskets

    We've been asked about Walmart's new line of caskets. "If I buy a casket at Walmart can I have a funeral at Krause Funeral Homes?" Absolutely. In today's economy, we understand that families are looking for value in all aspects of their lives, even funerals. A family is welcome to provide merchandise such as a […]

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  • Service of Remembrance Tonight 12/2/09

    Please join us for a Service of Remembrance Wednesday, December 2, 2009 at 7pm 9000 W. Capitol Dr., Milwaukee Especially during the holidays, many who are grieving find comfort in setting aside time for reflection. At the end of each year Krause Funeral Homes hosts Service of Remembrance gatherings to remember and honor those we […]

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