Ryan Funeral Homes

04/02/2026

Welcome to April! This month, we have lots to look forward to. The coming of Spring and warmer weather (please oh please come), more featured articles on our website, and some fun surprises along the way. Stay tuned for more!

03/26/2026

A couple of weeks ago, we hosted our first interactive Natural Dyeing and Green Burial workshop at the Ryan Funeral Home Legacy Center. Hosted by our own Brenda Emerson, we learned all about green burials, natural end-of-life options, and then did a hands-on natural dyeing experience. Attendees brought t-shirts, hoodies, and fabric to practice this process on. It was such a hit!

Check out some of our before-and-after photos!

Stay tuned for more interactive experiences like this in the summer!

03/16/2026

We had an amazing Natural Dye-ing + Green Burial Workshop yesterday! Even with the crazy weather, we still had a lovely group brave the experience and come out! Stay tuned for more events like this! And in a few days, we'll share the after photos from the natural dyeing!

Here are some highlights from the experience:

8 new items · Memory by Robin Finney

03/10/2026

Join us Sunday for an afternoon of creativity, conversation, and learning at the Ryan Funeral Service & Legacy Center.

On Sunday, March 15 from 1:00 to 3:30 PM, we’re hosting a small community gathering exploring natural living and green burial options.

The afternoon begins with an optional hands-on natural dye workshop from 1:00 to 2:00 PM, where you can learn how plant-based dyes are created and dye your own natural fiber item. Bring a cotton, linen, or wool piece, or use one of the extras we’ll have available.

From 2:00 to 3:30 PM, join Brenda Emerson, Ryan Funeral Home’s Green Burial Specialist, for an introduction to green burial and earth-conscious end-of-life options. Guests will also have the opportunity to tour the Legacy Center, enjoy light snacks, and ask questions in a relaxed setting.

There is no cost to attend, but we ask that you RSVP so we know how many to expect.

Reserve your spot by scanning the QR code on the flyer or signing up here: https://forms.gle/9tReK6YJkS7gC7g79

03/06/2026

Today is National Employee Appreciation Day!

We are so grateful for our teams at Ryan Funeral Home's four locations! Without our teams, we would not have the legacy that we do. Give an extra thanks to our team today!

And to all employees.

If you are a leader, director, manager, or C-suite executive, take a moment to acknowledge and recognize the people who make what you do possible.

Thank you to everyone who shows up each day to make a difference for others!

03/02/2026

Welcome to March! We've got some exciting events at the Legacy Center planned this month, including a Natural Dyeing Workshop! Check out events to learn more and RSVP! We also welcome the beginning signs of Spring, Mercury Retrograde (whether we like it or not), a Full Moon and Eclipse this week, and more! Stay tuned this month for more details.

What are you looking forward to in March?

02/23/2026

There is something powerful about simplicity.

Green burial removes many of the elements people assume are required. No embalming chemicals. No metal caskets. No concrete vaults.

Instead, biodegradable materials are used, allowing the body to return to the earth naturally.

For families who value sustainability or who feel a deep connection to nature, this choice often feels aligned with how their loved one lived.

If you have ever wondered what green burial truly involves, our latest blog offers a thoughtful look at both the practical and emotional sides of this option.

Read more here:
https://www.ryanfuneralservice.com/blog/article/returning-to-the-earth-the-emotional-meaning-behind-green-burials-

02/19/2026

When you picture a burial, what comes to mind?

For many people, it involves heavy caskets, concrete vaults, and formal cemeteries.

But that is not the only option.

Green burial offers a simpler approach. No embalming chemicals. No metal or hardwood caskets. Just a natural return to the earth.

More families are asking about this choice, and the reasons go far beyond sustainability.

In our newest blog, we explore the emotional meaning behind green burials and why they resonate so deeply with some families.

Read the full article here:
https://www.ryanfuneralservice.com/blog/article/returning-to-the-earth-the-emotional-meaning-behind-green-burials-

02/12/2026

Today is National Giving Day, and we love any excuse to talk about community.

At Ryan Funeral Home, our Legacy Center is more than a beautiful gathering space. It’s a place where local nonprofits host events, share their missions, and connect with people who care. We’re proud to partner with organizations doing meaningful work right here in our community, including the Farley Center.

Giving does not have to look one specific way. Sometimes it’s a donation. Sometimes it’s volunteering your time. Sometimes it’s simply showing up and cheering someone on.

However you give, it matters.

What causes are close to your heart this year?

02/04/2026

Welcome to February! Here's a little rhyme for you 💕

February, where roses are red,
Wisconsin hearts are strong,
And this month at Ryan’s,
There’s a little bit of everything going on.

A new blog on green burials and returning to the earth,
Super Bowl fun, Valentine’s love,
And National Wisconsin Day pride from our home turf.

It’s a month full of heart, reflection, and community.

What are you most looking forward to this February?