Purath-Strand Funeral Home & Crematory

06/03/2026

Have you ever encountered a funeral procession and wondered what the proper etiquette was? It's important to keep in mind that it's more than just traffic. It's a grieving family staying together for one final journey.

06/03/2026

Beverly A Nelson

Beverly A. Nelson, 86 years old passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Friday, May 29, 2026. Bev was born on December 15, 1939 to Raymond and Gertrude (nee: Walek) Pierzina in rural Trempeleau County. She was the oldest of three daughters. After graduating from Whitehall Memorial High school, she married her high school sweetheart Arlin Rose in September of 1959 and they relocated to Milwaukee to begin building their family. Bev worked as a machinist at...

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06/01/2026

05/30/2026

Dylan Plouff

Dylan T. Plouff, 34, of Milwaukee, WI passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Dylan was born on May 11, 1992, in Racine, WI. Dylan worked for a private security company and was known as a caring and exceptionally hard worker. Above all, Dylan was devoted to his family and cherished spending every moment he could with his loved ones celebrating life, playing games and family vacations. Dylan is survived by his loving mother,...

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05/29/2026

When someone we love passes away, gathering together can bring comfort, connection, and healing. In our latest blog, we explore why funeral and memorial services still matter for families, and how honoring a life can help those left behind begin their healing journey. Tap the link below to read the full blog.

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I’ve heard it hundreds of times, standing across from a grieving family in an arrangement conference. A spouse, a son or daughter, a sibling - eyes red, voice steady - looks at me and says, “He didn’t want a funeral. He just wanted to be cremated and have his ashes scattered. No service, no fu...

05/27/2026

When families choose cremation, they still have many options for creating a meaningful farewell. A visitation, memorial service, celebration of life, or cherished traditions can all be part of the healing journey. If you would like to learn more about the many options available with cremation, our caring team is here to help. Call us at (262) 639-8000 or visit our website https://www.purathstrand.com/ to explore the choices and find what feels right for your family.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is a time to pause and reflect on the courage, service, and sacrifice of those who gave everything for our freedom. We remember them with gratitude and respect.

05/22/2026

From our funeral directors to those who help care for our building and grounds, every member of our team plays an important role in creating a compassionate environment and supporting the families we serve. While our responsibilities may look different, we all share one purpose: caring for families with care, dignity and respect.

05/22/2026

James John Carravetta

Racine – James J. Carravetta, 93, passed away Monday, May 18, 2026 at his residence. Jim was born in Racine on January 24, 1933 to Vincenzo and Lena (nee: DeRose) Carravetta. He married the former Alyce J. Butterfield in Waukesha on June 26, 1954. She preceded him death on February 14, 2018. Jim was employed as an Engineer in Product Design for American Motors and as a Research Engineer for Modine Manufacturing. He was a member of the Society of...

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05/22/2026

Mary Akgulian

Mary Akgulian (nee: Dadian), 97, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Lakeshore at Siena surrounded by her family. Mary was born in Racine on February 12, 1929, to Armenian immigrants Mihran and Vartenie (nee; Taktakian) Dadian. She was a lifelong resident of Racine and graduated from Horlick High School. Mary was a bookkeeper for all of her working years, including First National Bank, Lapour Real Estate, Studebaker-Packard Dealership, Homer Dary’s Pharmacy, Dominican College, Racine Federated, Warren Packaging,...

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