Rundus Funeral Home

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Rundus Funeral Home

Since 1993, we’ve provided quality funeral & cremation services. Our beautiful facility was designed specifically with your needs in mind.

For nearly 25 years, we’ve provided our neighbors in the Broomfield area with quality funeral, burial, and cremation services. With easy access to I-25 and Highway 36, we provide the quality, compassion, and convenience you can only expect from a family-owned funeral home. Unlike some cremation providers in our area, we’ll never send your loved one to another location to a cremation provider you neither know or had the opportunity to research. Since we own and operate our own private crematory, we can promise your loved one will never leave our professional care and that they will be treated with respect and dignity throughout the whole process. Our chapel, visitation rooms, and reception facilities can accommodate any service – whether you’re planning a large, traditional funeral service and visitation, or an intimate memorial with close family and friends. Whether you are at your moment of need, or you would like to preplan, we invite you to reach out to our experienced, caring team.

02/27/2026

Many families choose to keep a portion or all of the cremated remains in a keepsake urn, providing a lasting memorial for future generations to cherish. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.rundus.com/services/cremation

02/26/2026

It’s important to find small moments of peace and joy, even in the midst of grief. Visit our website for grief resources: https://www.rundus.com/services/grief-recovery

02/25/2026

Your loved one's passions and interests were a big part of their life. Include these into the service to create a truly personalized celebration of life. Whether they loved gardening, sports, or music, we can help you incorporate these elements into the service to honor their memory. Visit our website for more information: https://www.rundus.com/services/personalization

02/24/2026

Did you know you can prepay for your funeral services? Preplanning not only secures your wishes but also relieves your family of financial burden. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.rundus.com/planning/planning-ahead

02/23/2026

Honoring our Heritage: Joseph Huddart and the Broomfield Lumber Company

The Broomfield Lumber Company can trace its roots back to late 1920 when Walter Hogsett first opened the Hogsett Lumber and Mercantile Company. He operated the company only for a short time before his death. In 1923, his widow, Neta Reese, sold an interest in the company to Mostyn Miller, and the name was changed to the Miller-Reese Lumber Company. In 1924, they sold it to a young man, Joseph Huddart, who had arrived in Broomfield a few years earlier in a Model A Ford with only $10 in his pocket. Now, the hard-working Huddart was a business owner and changed the name to the Broomfield Lumber Company.

Joseph John "Joe" Huddart was born in Weldona, Colorado, on June 1, 1896, into the home of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph E. Huddart. In his early 20s, he moved to Broomfield, worked hard, and saved every dollar he could. In 1920, he married his wife, Lillian, and they set up housekeeping. Four years later, at the age of 28, he became the owner of the young lumber company and would lead it for the next 56 years, developing it into one of the area's strongest and most important businesses.

In 1932, Broomfield's only bank closed as a result of the Great Depression. It had only been in existence for eleven years, opening the year after the hardware had first opened. It thrived at first, but when the Depression hit, local farmers saw their wheat rotting in the fields as the price bottomed out, and many of them did not survive, leaving them unable to pay their debts. The lumber company was one of the few area businesses that continued to hold steady. Joe purchased the empty bank building and moved the lumber yard office into it.

During those dark days of the Depression and in the years that followed, Joe endeared himself to the local farmers by allowing them to postpone their payments to him until after their crops were harvested. He was also very civic-minded. His business played a vital role in the development of Broomfield Heights, serving as the primary source of building materials and supplies as the town began to take shape. When he was inducted into the Boulder County Business Hall of Fame in 1996, the organization cited his efforts in helping "Broomfield grow from a settlement of less than 100 to a city of 20,000. (It has continued its rapid growth and today has more than 69,000 residents.) Joe operated the Broomfield Lumber Company with his good friend and next-door neighbor Glen Mosher until 1980. Broomfield said
goodbye to one of the last members of the first generation of pioneers on July 18, 1988, when Joseph John Huddart died at the age of 92.

02/20/2026

Grief takes a toll on our physical and emotional health. Remember to take care of yourself during this difficult time. Visit our website for help coping with grief: https://www.rundus.com/services/grief-recovery

02/19/2026

When you preplan your funeral, you can include personal touches like a favorite song, a meaningful reading, or custom floral arrangements. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.rundus.com/services/personalization

02/18/2026

Experience our unwavering commitment to quality in every interaction and detail at our funeral home. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.rundus.com/contact/contact

02/17/2026

Honoring our Heritage: Rev. Jon Almgren

Jon Richard Algren was born in Detroit, Michigan, on September 30, 1941, to Chester and Mildred Almgren. When he was a boy, the family moved to Iowa where he grew up. After graduating from high school, he attended Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota, where he met his wife, Diane. They were married on August 20, 1966. After completing his undergraduate degree, he attended the School of Law at the University of lowa for a year before feeling led to move his career in a different direction. He entered the United Theological Seminary in New Brighton, Minnesota, to prepare for the ministry. There he earned both a bachelor's and master's degree in theology.

He started serving churches in 1967 and was ordained as a United Church of Christ pastor on June 25, 1968, in Hartley, lowa. He first came to Colorado to pastor in 1972 when he accepted the call to serve a church in Loveland. After serving there until 1976, he next pastored the Wellborn Community United Church of Christ in Kansas City, Kansas. He served there until 1981 when he returned to Colorado for good.

It was then that he became the pastor of the United Church of Broomfield and served there until 1997. He next served the First Congregational Church (UCC) in Eastlake until his health broke in 2003 The church experienced great growth under his tenure and was marked by the many young couples it added during his tenure. Jon had a strong belief that the churches should serve their communities especially the downtrodden. In fact, when he was in seminary, he wrote his thesis on churches and tax exemption, and in it, he expressed his strong conviction that if churches were to be exempt from taxes, they should be serving the needs of the community. He practiced what he preached and strongly advocated for churches to host such groups as Alcoholics Anonymous, Boy Scouts, and DeMolay in their facilities. He was active in the Kiwanis and Rotary and served on the boards of the House of the Carpenter, Shoes of the Fisherman FISH of Broomfield, and the Denver Inner City Parish.

One cause that was close to his heart was the CROP Walk. CROP Hunger Walks are community-wide events sponsored by Church World Service and organized by local congregations or groups to raise funds to end hunger at home and around the world. The first walk officially called the CROP Walk for the Hungry was held in York County, Pennsylvania, in 1970. Several other CROP Hunger Walks occurred soon after, and before long there were hundreds of walks held nationwide. One of those early walks was born of the efforts of Pastor Algren while he was serving in Kansas City. After coming to Broomfield in 1981, it wasn't long before he was instrumental in helping to organize one there as well.

After his health forced him to retire, he had time to pursue his intense interest in history, especially Western history. He was a member of the Denver Posse of the Denver Westerners, serving a term as posse sheriff. Rev. Jon Algren passed away on July 21, 2010, at the age of 68. He left behind his wife as well as their two daughters and their families. His Celebration of Life and Memorial Service was held on August 20, 2010, at the United Church of Broomfield. This date was chosen for the memorial because it marked the 44th wedding anniversary of Jon and Diane.

02/16/2026

Presidents’ Day gives us a chance to reflect on leadership, service, and the impact one life can make. Today, we remember those who served their country and the values they stood for.

02/14/2026

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about cards and flowers. It’s about showing care and appreciation for the people who matter most. Whether near or far, take a moment to remind someone they’re loved today. ❤️

02/12/2026

As Valentine’s Day approaches, many feel the ache of missing someone they love. Whether it’s your first year without them or one of many, your feelings are valid. This season can be tender—take care of your heart.

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1998 W 10th Avenue
Broomfield, CO
80020

Telephone

+13034601414

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http://www.rundus.com/

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