Washburn-McReavy - Dawn Valley Chapel

Washburn-McReavy Dawn Valley Chapel and Memorial Park, located at 9940 East Bush Lake Road in Bloomington, Minnesota, is a trusted funeral home and cemetery that has served the Twin Cities community with compassion and professionalism since the 1960s. Established on 30 acres of serene, park-like grounds adjoining the Hyland Park Reserve, the facility offers a peaceful and natural setting for families to honor and remember their loved ones. As part of the Washburn-McReavy family—a legacy dating back to 1857—Dawn Valley Chapel combines deep-rooted tradition with modern, personalized care.

The chapel itself is a full-service facility featuring a 150-seat chapel with a 5,000-square-foot interior, two state rooms, an arrangement room, and a community room for gatherings. The design is flexible, accommodating everything from traditional funerals to contemporary celebrations of life, including multicultural services, live streaming, and custom memorial videos. The facility is wheelchair accessible with free parking, handicap access, WiFi, and audio-visual equipment, ensuring comfort for all guests. Families appreciate the convenience of having both a funeral chapel and cemetery on the same property, allowing them to plan services and burial arrangements seamlessly.

The dedicated staff at Dawn Valley Chapel provides round-the-clock support, available by phone 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. They offer a wide range of services, including immediate need assistance, pre-planning, obituary writing and publishing, international delivery arrangements, and flower delivery to the cemetery. Licensed pre-need specialists help families make advance arrangements, reducing stress and financial burden. The chapel also hosts free educational planning seminars in the community.

With a 4.4-star rating from 40 reviews on Google, families consistently praise the staff’s kindness, professionalism, and transparent pricing. One reviewer noted, 'They accommodated my every request. I was thoroughly pleased with their professionalism and attention to the small details.' Another said, 'The facility is bright and beautiful, we were able to have a visitation, service and luncheon all in the same facility making the plans very convenient for us.'

Dawn Valley Chapel is open Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and can be reached at (952) 941-7686. Whether for immediate needs or pre-planning, the team at Washburn-McReavy Dawn Valley Chapel is committed to helping families create meaningful tributes and find comfort during difficult times. The combination of a historic legacy, beautiful setting, and comprehensive services makes it a respected choice for funeral and memorial care in Bloomington and beyond.