Cress Funeral & Cremation Service

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

"Can children attend the burial?"This choice is yours, and families approach it differently. Including children can help...
05/04/2026

"Can children attend the burial?"

This choice is yours, and families approach it differently. Including children can help them understand what’s happening, say goodbye, and feel part of the family, while others decide it’s best to wait until children are older. If children do attend, it helps to prepare them for what they’ll see, keep explanations honest and age-appropriate, and have a trusted adult ready to step away with the child if needed. We’ll talk it through with you and support whatever feels right for your family.

Have you considered what decisions you'd face if someone close to you died?When someone dies, families face phone calls ...
04/28/2026

Have you considered what decisions you'd face if someone close to you died?

When someone dies, families face phone calls that need to happen right away and decisions that simply can't wait. Most people have never navigated this process before, which adds confusion to an already overwhelming time.

Figuring out what documents you need (we'll help gather them) or wondering whether the funeral home handles death certificates (we do) aren't questions you or your family may naturally know the answers to.

That's exactly why we're here to guide you and your family through every step, handling the logistics so you can focus on what matters most during those difficult first days.

You won’t have to figure this out alone, because we’ll be there to help you navigate it all.

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

Older children and teens often want to share something special about the person who died. Inviting them to speak during ...
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.

This non-secular gathering will include a brief ceremony with words of reflection, music, and candle-lighting to remembe...
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

When someone dies, families often feel unsure about what to do next, and a funeral helps because it gives everyone a set...
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.

"Can we plan a funeral service with cremation?" Yes.Cremation gives you flexibility with timing and format, but you can ...
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.

Have you considered who you'll trust to know your funeral choices?Your family will face some big decisions when they're ...
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?

Christine Mickelson, Managing Funeral Direct loves her profession and recently shared her compassion and knowledge for f...
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.

Grief can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Support from friends, neighbors, or a trusted group...
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.

Easter has always been a holiday about gathering, and your family probably has traditions that go back generations. The ...
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.

Children will surprise you with their questions about the funeral service - some ask about the flowers, others wonder if...
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.

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3610 Speedway Road
Madison, WI
53705

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(800) 235-9681

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