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Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

At Cress, we are there for your family before, during, and after the loss of a loved one. Our focus i

04/25/2026

Each day comes as it comes. Even the smallest steps, like calling a friend, taking a breath, or sitting with a memory, show your strength.

04/22/2026

Older children and teens often want to share something special about the person who died. Inviting them to speak during the funeral gives them a chance to do that in a way that feels personal. They might tell a favorite memory, read a poem, or say a few words about what their loved one meant to them. Having a voice in the service helps them feel like a valued part of the farewell.

Young people approach this differently - some want to speak themselves, others prefer to write something for someone else to read, and some choose to honor their loved one simply by being present and listening. We're here to help you find what feels right for each child or teen in your family.

04/19/2026

This non-secular gathering will include a brief ceremony with words of reflection, music, and candle-lighting to remember and honor your loved ones.
When: Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025
Cress Funeral Service, 3610 Speedway Rd, Madison
1:00 pm Registration
2:00 pm Service and Candle-lighting
Refreshments will be served and there will be space to connect with others who are also navigating grief during this season.
RSVP: 720-748-9908

04/16/2026

When someone dies, families often feel unsure about what to do next, and a funeral helps because it gives everyone a set time to gather and support one another. People remember the person they loved together, and emotions feel a little easier to carry because no one is holding them alone. You don't have to make every decision right away, because we'll sit with you, talk through the options, and help you choose what feels right for your family, whether you're planning ahead or facing a loss now.

04/13/2026

"Can we plan a funeral service with cremation?" Yes.

Cremation gives you flexibility with timing and format, but you can still have a traditional service if that feels right for your family. Some families hold a service with the body present before cremation, while others prefer a memorial after cremation with the urn present. Both are meaningful. We help you plan what honors your loved one best.

04/11/2026

Have you considered who you'll trust to know your funeral choices?

Your family will face some big decisions when they're planning your celebration of life. Should they choose burial or cremation? What kind of service would you want? Would you prefer your favorite hymn or that song you always sang along to in the car?

They might second-guess every choice if they don't know your preferences. But when you've shared these thoughts with someone you trust, they can guide the family with confidence and know they're honoring exactly what mattered to you.

(And while you're having that conversation, ask those you love what they'd want, too.)

Who in your life will you trust to carry your voice forward?

04/10/2026

Christine Mickelson, Managing Funeral Direct loves her profession and recently shared her compassion and knowledge for funeral service at the Sun Prairie East High School Career Fair.

04/07/2026

Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Support from friends, neighbors, or a trusted group can bring comfort in ways you may not expect. Connection helps carry love forward.

04/05/2026

Easter has always been a holiday about gathering, and your family probably has traditions that go back generations. The same ham recipe, the same hiding spots for eggs, the same pew at the same church your grandmother attended. These rituals hold a family together, and they carry the fingerprints of everyone who came before you.

🌺We hope your Easter is full of good food and familiar faces this year. If someone is missing from yours, we're thinking of you.

04/04/2026

Children will surprise you with their questions about the funeral service - some ask about the flowers, others wonder if you're going to die too. Keep answering them as they come, even when you feel unprepared. Their feelings will shift from sad to curious to angry, sometimes all in one conversation, which is completely normal. We're here to help your family navigate these talks together.

03/30/2026

Have you considered how you want people to remember you after the funeral ends?

Some people picture a traditional headstone with their name and dates, others want their cremated remains lawfully scattered in a place they loved, and some prefer a memorial bench or a tree planted in their honor. You can request donations to a cause instead of flowers, or you can ask for both. The physical marker of your life matters to the people who loved you.

Your family will visit that place or carry out that wish for years after you're gone. Telling them what feels right to you gives them a clear way to honor your memory instead of wondering if they chose correctly. Even a small preference helps them feel connected to you. And we’ll be there every step of the way to support them.

Where do you want them to find you?

03/27/2026

Funerals can feel like a lot for kids, and we always make sure there's a quiet room where they can take a break when everything gets overwhelming. Sometimes a child just needs to step away from all the people and tears, maybe color for a few minutes or just sit somewhere peaceful until they're ready to come back.

We've learned that having this option helps kids handle the whole day better. Plenty of adults end up using that quiet space for their own grief breaks too, and we're always happy to point families toward it when they need a moment to regroup.

Address

3610 Speedway Road
Madison, WI
53705

Telephone

(800) 235-9681

Website

https://www.cressfuneralservice.com/

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