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As the season turns to fall, the changing leaves and chill in the air can be a reminder that life is in a constant cycle of change that includes both new life as well as death. At Krause Funeral Homes, we have observed that the grief journey is also very cyclical as you experience one […]

If there is one thing we’ve learned in our 80 years of serving Milwaukee, New Berlin, and Brookfield families, it’s that people in our community want options. And with cremation rates rising every year, we knew in order to stay relevant for area families, we would need to provide as many permanent memorialization options with […]

When a friend or family member loses a loved one, you want to be there for them. There are many ways you can be present for someone, and one of the primary ways is through a written or spoken condolence. Whether you make a phone call to the bereaved, send them a card after the […]

Milwaukee-area families are busy – and they’re never busier than at the start of the school year. We understand – many of us on the Krause team are parents, and we know this is an important time of year for moms and dads with school-aged children. Before you start to hunker down for the first […]

Books often don’t end after the final words of the last chapter. At times, what you think is the conclusion to the story is actually followed by a single page, bare except for the words, “The End,” and followed by an epilogue. These final pages are a brief, but impactful, continuation of the tale where […]

At Krause Funeral Home, we’re always looking for new and innovative ways to serve you and your family. We know when you come to us to plan a funeral service for a loved one, or to make your own prearrangements, you are expecting us to offer you not just compassion and care, but also the […]

At Krause Funeral Home, we have seen time and again the peace of mind preplanning your own funeral brings – both for the person planning and for their family. When you contact a member of our caring team, they will work hand in hand with you, listen to your wishes and your needs, and help […]

There is an old Swedish proverb that says, “A joy shared is a double joy. A burden shared is half a burden.” No one knows this better than someone who has walked side by side with a friend who has experienced a loss. Something happens when you share your grief with someone else – while […]

While summer provides a lovely break from the chilly Wisconsin winters, as the temperatures rise here in Milwaukee, Brookfield and New Berlin in July, you may be looking for ways to beat the summer heat. And since the kids and grandkids have been out of school for a month or so, they might be getting […]

While cremation is becoming an increasingly popular choice for Milwaukee families, it’s important to remember not all cremation providers are equal. Scandals in the media have caused many to be rightfully wary of cremation. On top of that, the choice to cremate can involve personal, religious, or societal beliefs. In some cases, preferences are known […]