Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services has been serving families since 1919. We proudly serve the Du Who We Are
Dignity. Respect. Empathy.

These words have guided Rhiel Funeral Home for nearly a century now. Three generations of the Rhiel family have followed the tradition of excellence established in Elmwood in 1919. In 1951, the Rhiel Family expanded to Durand, and in 2001, moved to a brand new building in Durand. In 1986, the Rhiel family expanded to Menomonie and associated with the Stanton family Funeral Home and continued to expand in 1992 and associated with Goodrich-Sampson Family Funeral Home and in 1996 moved into a new building in the Stout Technology Park across from the hospital in Menomonie. All three locations are family owned and operated. Through the years, we've been proud to play an important role in our communities. In many cases, we know your family and we share your grief. We are a small family-owned operation with personalized services every step of the way. Families will not go into this process alone. We will help you select your services and products, whether you choose traditional or cremation services. We are large enough to provide the resources you need, yet small enough to care and personal enough to help make choices for a memorable and appropriate service for your family.

Did you ever have a phone niche, dumbwaiter, or milk door in your house? As times have changed, some home features have ...
02/04/2026

Did you ever have a phone niche, dumbwaiter, or milk door in your house? As times have changed, some home features have gone out of style, but it?s fascinating to see what used to be built into homes. Click the link below to see fun photos of some cool home features from the past!

Many old homes have perplexing features that baffle their modern-day owners. From mysterious doors to odd buttons, we've solved some of those mysteries!

Dorothy Marion (Langer) Mountin, 98, of Elmwood, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Hammond Health Services wi...
02/04/2026

Dorothy Marion (Langer) Mountin, 98, of Elmwood, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at Hammond Health Services with her family near her while under hospice care.

She was born June 16, 1927, in the Village of El Paso, Pierce County, WI, the daughter of Francis and Gladys (Halvorson) La...

View Dorothy M Mountin's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

Groundhog Day is celebrated in a variety of ways, but we're probably all most familiar with Punxsutawney Phil and the an...
02/02/2026

Groundhog Day is celebrated in a variety of ways, but we're probably all most familiar with Punxsutawney Phil and the annual gathering at Gobbler's K**b. Would you like to visit Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, or is the movie close enough?

Whether it's Martin Luther King Jr., Harriet Tubman, Maya Angelou, or Oprah Winfrey, we've all been inspired by the hear...
02/01/2026

Whether it's Martin Luther King Jr., Harriet Tubman, Maya Angelou, or Oprah Winfrey, we've all been inspired by the heart and drive of many African Americans throughout our history. This month, as we celebrate African American Heritage Month, who has inspired you the most?

In order to honor a loved one's life in a meaningful way, adding special touches to the final tribute is essential. But ...
01/30/2026

In order to honor a loved one's life in a meaningful way, adding special touches to the final tribute is essential. But did you know that you can actually personalize the casket itself? You can! Check out this article to learn about 6 ways you can customize a casket to reflect a loved one's personality, interests, and hobbies.

Did you know that you can personalize a casket? Check out this article to learn about six ways you can create a truly one-of-a-kind casket!

Stunning snowy landscapes and gorgeous winter weather? Capturing these beautiful scenes with a camera can be difficult. ...
01/28/2026

Stunning snowy landscapes and gorgeous winter weather? Capturing these beautiful scenes with a camera can be difficult. ❄️ Strengthen your winter photography skills by reading the article below.

Exposure, subjects and timeliness are vital to getting the perfect photos during the snowy season. Learn how to best capture snow with these tips.

01/26/2026

If you know people who are grieving, one way to support them is by bringing them a meal! Before you hop on the meal trai...
01/23/2026

If you know people who are grieving, one way to support them is by bringing them a meal! Before you hop on the meal train, check out these etiquette tips for bringing food to the grieving.

When bringing a meal to a grieving family, what etiquette rules should you follow? Learn how to drop off a meal here.

Most cats hate water, which can make bathtime a big chore. If your cat fights back when you try to bathe them, check out...
01/21/2026

Most cats hate water, which can make bathtime a big chore. If your cat fights back when you try to bathe them, check out these tips that might help bathtime go a little bit smoother.

Cats do most of their grooming themselves, but sometimes a bath has to happen. Here’s how to make bathtime as smooth as possible.

Today, we honor the legacy of one of America's most influential civil rights leaders - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It is ...
01/19/2026

Today, we honor the legacy of one of America's most influential civil rights leaders - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It is a day for reflection, service, and action as we come together and work towards a more just and equitable society. One man can make a difference, and Dr. King certainly did.

Our sympathies to the family and friends of Bill. It is our privilege to be of service to his family. Please click on th...
01/18/2026

Our sympathies to the family and friends of Bill. It is our privilege to be of service to his family. Please click on the link for the obituary.

Willam E Page, age 83 of Durand, died Saturday, January 10, 2026 at his home in Durand.  Full obituary to follow.Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00PM-8:00PM Monday, January 19, 2026 at…

Our sympathies to the family and friends of Yvonne. It is our privilege to be of service to her family. Please click on ...
01/16/2026

Our sympathies to the family and friends of Yvonne. It is our privilege to be of service to her family. Please click on the link for the obituary.

Yvonne E. Sinz, age 84 of Eau Galle, died Thursday, January 15, 2025 at AdventHealth in Durand with her family by her side. Yvonne was born on July 9, 1941 at Coldstream Farm in Elmwood. She was the…

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