O'Connell Family Funeral Home

O'Connell Family Funeral Home Family owned and operated funeral home and Crematory Croix County and the surrounding area.

The O'Connell Family Funeral Home is the preferred provider of funeral and cremation services in Hudson and Baldwin, as well as throughout all of greater St.

I quit trying to explain grief to heal my understanding of it and this quiet moment with our therapy dog is a staple in ...
02/02/2026

I quit trying to explain grief to heal my understanding of it and this quiet moment with our therapy dog is a staple in my new perspective. Plus, it's only a few minutes and costs nothing but presence.

Some families tell us they didn't know how much they needed this until they felt it. A warm presence that asks nothing of them, judges nothing, just sits beside them.

Grief doesn't need words. Sometimes it just needs witness.

Our therapy dogs are here for families who want that kind of comfort. No appointment needed. Just come as you are.

Winter has a way of making grief feel heavier.The quiet. The cold. The long stretches of gray that mirror what's happeni...
01/28/2026

Winter has a way of making grief feel heavier.

The quiet. The cold. The long stretches of gray that mirror what's happening inside.

If you're feeling it right now, you're not alone. January can be hard, especially after the holidays, when everyone else seems to move on and you're still standing in the weight of it all.

Take your time. Rest when you need to. Reach out if it helps.

This season won't last forever. And neither will this feeling. šŸ¤

Pass this on to someone who many need to hear this right now.

01/28/2026

Sometimes families need something that doesn't exist yet.

This week, that meant a custom casket interior—hand-sewn on a vintage Singer machine, to honor a life in a way that felt right for them.

It's not about the extra hours. It's about the love behind the request.

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01/27/2026

We’ve walked with families who lost more than a loved one...they lost savings to scammers who prey on grief and confusion.

This podcast episode of Good Grief is about staying safe, informed, and connected.

Comment ā€˜LISTEN’ and we’ll send you the link. šŸ¤

https://www.ic3.gov/

The Call That Sounds Official, But Isn't"This is the IRS. You owe back taxes. Pay now or face arrest."The voice sounds o...
01/26/2026

The Call That Sounds Official, But Isn't

"This is the IRS. You owe back taxes. Pay now or face arrest."

The voice sounds official. Urgent. Threatening. And completely fake.

Scammers are impersonating the IRS, tech support agents, and even grandchildren—preying on trust, fear, and the instinct to help. And they're targeting our seniors with alarming frequency.

In our latest Good Grief Podcast episode, Sheriff Scott Knutson and Michael O'Connell break down the most common scams hitting our community, and share simple, practical ways families can protect their loved ones. One conversation could save thousands of dollars and endless heartache.

Listen on our website or your favorite podcast app. And share it with someone caring for aging parents.

https://www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com/podcast-2025-the-cost-of-kindness

or comment "listen" to get a link in your messages or DM.

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01/23/2026

Some goodbyes happen in -10 degree weather.

And families show up anyway...because love doesn’t wait for warmer days.

Neither do we.

We’re honored to stand with you, no matter the weather, no matter the season. šŸ¤

01/22/2026

Comment ā€œLISTENā€ for a link to this podcast episode.

Important reminder from a special podcast episode: Real authorities will never call demanding money, threatening warrants, or collecting IRS debt. It’s always through mail or official correspondence, and never a phone call.

If you or someone you love gets a call like this, hang up.

Scammers often target people during vulnerable times, managing estates, navigating loss, or handling family finances. You deserve clarity, not fear tactics.

Stay safe out there. šŸ¤

Comment ā€œLISTENā€ for a link to this podcast episode.

Love doesn't end when someone dies. It still has a place here.If Valentine's Day feels complicated this year, because th...
01/21/2026

Love doesn't end when someone dies. It still has a place here.

If Valentine's Day feels complicated this year, because the person you love is no longer here to celebrate with, we'd like to offer you a space to honor that love and what it still means.

Valentine's Remembrance Event
Friday, February 13 at 2 PM
O'Connell Family Funeral Homes, Hudson

This gathering is for anyone grieving a loss—spouse, partner, parent, child, sibling, friend. You're welcome to participate, listen, or simply be present. No pressure to speak. Just space to remember, reflect, and feel what you feel.

RSVP here: https://www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com/valentines-event

You're not alone in this. šŸ¤

01/21/2026

Love doesn’t end when someone dies. It still has a place here.

If Valentine’s Day feels complicated this year, because the person you love is no longer here to celebrate with, we’d like to offer you a space to honor that love and what it still means.

Valentine’s Remembrance Gathering Event

Friday, February 13 at 2 PM
O’Connell Family Funeral Homes, Hudson

This gathering is for anyone grieving a loss - spouse, partner, parent, child, sibling, friend.

RSVP here: https://www.oconnellfuneralhomes.com/valentines-event

You’re not alone in this. šŸ¤

If you're reading this while carrying grief:You're doing enough.Even if you didn't answer every text. Even if you stayed...
01/21/2026

If you're reading this while carrying grief:

You're doing enough.

Even if you didn't answer every text. Even if you stayed in bed longer than usual. Even if you're just getting through the day, one breath at a time.

Grief doesn't ask for perfection. It asks for patience...with yourself, with the process, with the weight that doesn't lift all at once.

You're not falling behind. You're healing at exactly the pace you need to. šŸ¤

A Little Free Library is right outside, open to anyone.Take a book. Leave a book. Or just pause and read a page.No expec...
01/19/2026

A Little Free Library is right outside, open to anyone.

Take a book. Leave a book. Or just pause and read a page.

No expectation. No appointment needed. Just a small offering for neighbors passing by.

We've stocked it with children's books, poetry, grief resources, and stories about hope and healing. Community members are welcome to add books in good condition, too.

For us, it felt natural. A funeral home holds so many stories—why not share more of them?

Sometimes a good book is a companion. A comfort. A moment of peace when you need it most.

If you're in Ellsworth, stop by anytime during daylight hours. Browse, borrow, contribute—or just say hello to a quiet gesture meant for you. šŸ¤

01/19/2026

You asked for it, we are doing it! Thanks to everyone for your feedback on merging our page content into one resource for all 5 locations. Thanks for your support.

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520 11th Street S
Hudson, WI
54016

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