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  A traditional funeral is not for everyone. Though many families in Milwaukee, Brookfield, and New Berlin prefer a conventional ceremony for their loved one, some families wish to arrange something more out of the ordinary like a celebration of life. At Krause, we help local families arrange a variety of services, based on their […]

  Your best friend is the person to whom you tell your deepest secrets, the person you call first with great news, the person whose shoulder you cry on. Losing a best friend, whether it’s expected or sudden, is one of life’s most difficult events. Navigating this grief can feel impossible at times. At Krause, […]

  Cremation is growing in popularity across the country for many reasons. Cremation is often more affordable than a traditional burial and provides families with flexible memorialization options. Despite this, families across the country want to find a cremation provider with whom they can feel confident entrusting their loved one. At Krause, we provide high-quality […]

  At Krause, our team members love celebrating the holiday season with family and friends across Milwaukee. It’s a wonderful time to take part in festive events and activities across town. Here are some great ways to share in this year’s holiday fun in Milwaukee:   Visit Catalano Square Christmas isn’t Christmas without a tree […]

  When a loved one dies, even when it’s expected, it can be difficult to process. You may feel emotional and unsure of what steps to take as far as memorializing them goes. At Krause Funeral Home, our compassionate staff members know how confusing the time following a loved one’s death can be. We are […]

Moving through grief after the death of a loved one is one of the most difficult parts of losing them. At Krause Funeral Home, we know how challenging this time of life can be and want to help our neighbors in Brookfield, New Berlin, and Milwaukee find ways to cope with heavy feelings of loss. […]

Giving back to your community is one of the most rewarding things you can do. There are a lot of ways to give back. At Krause Funeral Home, we are proud to serve our neighbors in New Berlin, Brookfield, and Milwaukee with high-quality funeral, burial, and cremation services. Many of our team members spend their […]

The holiday season is full of shared meals with family and friends—the most significant one being Thanksgiving. Many families throughout Milwaukee County have meaningful traditions they honor each November, such as cooking favorite dishes or gathering in the living room to watch a football game. When a key person is missing from these celebrations, it […]

After helping many Milwaukeeans plan a funeral for a loved one, families will oftentimes talk with our staff at Krause Funeral Homes & Cremation Service about what they would want at their own funeral. Some have strong opinions about the songs, Scriptures, and stories they want included. Others describe a particular keepsake they would like […]

As colder days in Milwaukee are just around the corner, it can be tempting to avoid the outdoors, prepare favorite comfort foods, and “settle down for a long winter’s nap.” Frigid temperatures and early sunsets do pose a significant challenge to maintaining a healthy lifestyle. But our staff at Krause Funeral Homes wants to offer […]